Terrific Tips from the DiRestas and Darbin Orvar
15 super-handy shop tips, tricks, and shortcuts from three top makers.
Month: January 2017
Maker Pro News: Lily Robotics Crashes, HAX Heats Up, and More
Lily Robotics’ “follow me” -style drone doesn’t deliver, how one maker built a DIY Mars rover that blew away the competition, and more.
Program with Robot Operating System for Smooth Servo Movement
Learn how to use the open source ROS platform to bring your robot to life.
Measuring Magnet Strength with a Dual Sensor Gauss Meter
ever wondered how strong your magnets really are?
3 Robots That Help Kids Learn to Code
Knowing how to program is an increasingly important skill in the world we are making. Thankfully, it’s never been easier to learn. Block-based languages like Scratch make it simple to start acquiring the base concepts of creating software. Python, a language I personally believe should be required for graduation from high school, is now ubiquitous […]
Retro Gaming in Style with a Laser Cut, 3D Printed Case
This cool looking handheld gaming system packs tons of retro gaming goodness
Maker Faire Is Coming to Chicago and Needs Makers
Windy City, here we come!