Matthew writes – “Scouring the Internet for information on LEDs, I accidentally stumbled upon a PDF detailing a flashlight made from PVC. For the torch, he biases ultra-bright LEDs with ballast resistors as described in my LED lighting guide. This is a simple solution, but a with a slightly more complicated circuit we can extend […]
I like this idea, but I think I might make my own – How hardcore do you think you are? Most people upgrade their PC every now and then – that’s just part & parcel of being a PC enthusiast. For some who change their internal components frequently, case screws are an optional extra – […]
Russ from MI sent in this incredibly interesting online store filled with projects, kits, lasers and a lot of high voltage gear – “Information Unlimited is a New Hampshire corporation dedicated to the experimenter and technology enthusiast. Formed in 1974, our highly creative company holds many patents ranging from weapons development to children’s toys.” – […]
Here’s a fun robotic luggage concept from architect/designer Peter Yeadon – the Fido luggage bot follows you around like a loyal companion as you travel. I’ve hauled a lot of robots -in- suitcases, but it would be nice to have my suitcase doing something more than get heavier or lost. [via] Link.
Spark electronics has a $39 GPS logger that works with Google Earth – “The Lassen iQ FAT16 Datalogger is the latest widget from SFE. This little board will datalog all GPS data (longitude, latitude, speed, altitude, etc) up to 440 hours with a 256MB SD card using FAT16 format! Direct and automatic text file recording! […]
Spiderwrech writes – “Android World is filled with different projects from people around the world building androids, mech robots/ etc… Has some great videos and pictures as well as resources for building your own androids!” – Link. Pictured here, the Tech Works studios humanoid – Link.
Modding the “Bob the Builder” talking toy – “Bob the Builder. A lot of people know him, he is an all round Mr. Fix-it handyman sort of chap. He is the subject of a TV show and videos along with much merchandising. Worshipped by a lot of children gave him confidence, possibly buoyed by these […]
