Super J Dynamite writes – “This is an attempt to build a Nik Willmore style tube lamp without dropping $225. Pictured here (without the cover) is the completed lamp. It has a few issues, most of which center around the triac used for dimming, so I think I’m going to make one more. “ – […]
Jonah writes – “I’ve wanted one of those green harmonica microphones for a long time, but they have always been to pricy, so I decided after reading a DIY page to make one myself. This is the story about the making of my egg microphone.” – Link.
Ryan writes – “I’ve been following with much interest these robo-one style robots. The servo powered little humanoids with amazing capabilities. I saw a few video clips of the KHR-1 humanoid and decided I wanted it. Then I saw the price. Around $1,200. Then i decided i could build one myself. Imagine a doll, crossed […]
What do you get when you combine a capacitor, some LEDs, and a solar cell? A B.E.A.M. Bug Bot! B.E.A.M. stands for Biology Electronics Aesthetics Mechanics which means that the robots are inspired by biology which means bugs. Vic De Leon and Stewart Tansley, explained that the solar cell doesn’t put out enough power to […]
Sam writes – “As promised to all of you we ran into at the Maker Faire, here are instructions on making your own retro handsets for your cellphone. I apologize for the delay in posting – but one of you friendly Makers out in San Francisco was kind enough to share the black plague with […]
PC Mag’s Bill Machrone thinks the Apple iPod Hi-Fi is a bit overrated, so he built his own version – all for about $50 Link.
Amit writes, “Kara and Amit shot a short video documenting what Roomba does when her owners are at work. Watch her clean up NYC streets, ride the subway, buy cupcakes at Magnolia bakery, and more!” Link.
