DJI Demonstrates New Phantom Quad
Colin Guinn of DJI demonstrates his company’s new Phantom Vision quadcopter, and discusses how drone companies and users need to work with regulators to ensure laws are reasonable and effective.
Month: October 2013
Sergei Takes his Robot for a Walk
Sergei Lupashin demonstrates his tethered robot fotokite at the Drones & Aerial Robotics Conference in New York City.
Lego Desktop Power Supply
I like this creative way of packaging up an ATX power supply that Instructables user jtmanders created. He added terminals for 5v, 3.3v, and GND, a power LED indicator, as well as a power switch
Ben Katz’ Electric Tricycle
One of the scooters at World Maker Faire that caught my eye was Ben Katz’ sweet scooter whose design is inspired by the Radio Flyer trike. Ben designed the tricycle around a brushless Turnigy motor, visualized the trike in Sketchup, welded, and machined the frame, and added a 40v LiFePO4 battery, motor controller, and gearbox. It can theoretically reach a top speed of over 45 MPH!
Rotary Cutter vs. Pinking Shears
New to sewing and wondering what cutting tool will best suit your needs?
The Saint Malo Mini-Maker Faire Roundup
It’s a wrap for Maker Faire Saint Malo, the first French mini Maker Faire. It was a small faire, but despite the size there was some amazing makers here showing off their creations, and the quality of the exhibits here was really high.
How-To: DIY Felt Pumpkins
If you’re looking for a quick sewing project or just want some crafty decor this autumn, this great DIY felt pumpkin tutorial from Blissful Sewing might just do the trick.