Microsoft Announces Windows IoT Support for Arduino and DragonBoard
Microsoft is getting their latest OS into the Maker scene through SBC integration. Their latest update adds support for Arduino and Dragonboard.
Arduino
As the preeminent tool for makers, Arduino is a versatile platform that covers almost every type of creative making. With its simple-to-use coding language and fun programming concepts, Arduino enables users to create modern electronics with ease. From beginner level projects like flashing LED lights to more advanced builds such as interactive robots, there are an endless number of possibilities when it comes to building projects with Arduino. Whether you are new or an experienced builder in search of fresh ideas, these posts will provide interesting Arduino tutorials and unique ideas that may spark your creativity and motivate you take on any type of maker project!
Let This Helmet with a Robot Arm (Sorta) Brush Your Teeth
Maker Simone Giertz creates a ridiculous, impractical, yet awesome motorized helmet that brushes her teeth. Sorta.
Progress Report: Secretive Club Designing, 3D Printing a Full-Size BB-8
In preparation for Episode VII, a secretive BB-8 Builders Club has created STL files for building a life-size BB-8 droid.
We Talk to the Mystery Maker Behind the 3D Printed Railgun
Make: talks to the man behind the homemade, portable railgun that the net has gone nuts over.
$30 Gets You the Sensor-Packed, Curie-Powered Arduino 101
Today at the Rome Maker Faire, Intel and Arduino are announcing a new board, the Arduino 101, powered by the Intel Curie module.
Will This Real-Life Thor’s Hammer Let You Pick it Up?
With a few simple components, these pranksters were able to build Thor’s Hammer so that it truly only responds to whosoever is worthy.
Petduino Is the DIY Tamagotchi You Can Hack
The Tamagotchi is a thing of the past. Bring your virtual pet into the 21st century with LEDs and an Arduino-compatible processor.