When you’re wiring a circuit on a breadboard, neatness counts. If you use color-coded jumper wires that fit precisely, you can see your circuit clearly and track down errors easily. There are two types of pre-cut jumper wires: the long, flexible ones with little plugs at each end, and the solid ones that are cut in […]
[youtube https://youtu.be/ndRWsoCl6rk] Perhaps the most famous automaton, the fabled Turk, ended up being a clever hoax, not a true automaton. To see an honest historical automaton, one needs to visit the Franklin Institute in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, where Maillardet’s Automaton is displayed. This automaton, built around 1800, is a masterpiece, able to write three poems and draw […]
Bring a touch of stylish fun to your next crochet project with this super-cute pom-pom edging technique! Whether you’re adding it to blankets, cushions, or even a shawl, I think you’ll agree that this crocheted pom-pom edging tutorial from Robin at Once Upon a Pink Moon is pretty darn delightful. And, while pom-pom edging certainly […]
A geodesic dome made of PVC may be the most cost-effective method of building a structurally solid yet transportable shelter.
Girls in STEM fields, whether they are students, hobbyists, or professionals, have probably already noticed that they exist in a male-dominated world. At best, this is a dismal reality that we can overturn. At worst, young girls will be discouraged from pursuing hobbies and careers in STEM fields because it’s perceived to be “for boys.” […]
We’re only a couple months in, and 2015 has already been a good year for robot combat. Battle Bots is back, and RoboGames ran a successful competition this past weekend. Make: was on-site at the San Mateo (California) County Event Center to see contributor Zachary Lytle and many others compete in the ant-weight (one-pound) division. […]
Machine knitter Donatella of Inspiration and Realisation put together a helpful tutorial to share the successful process she used to turn text into a knitted sweater!
