Ask MAKE: Why are some LEDs tinted?
I’m new to electronics, and am interested in LEDs. One thing I can’t figure out is why some of them are colored, while others are clear.
Month: February 2010
This week in Maker Events
Looking to take a break from tinkering on your latest project this weekend? Here are some fine maker events to check out, from The Maker Events Calendar.
Software MIDI bridge uses serial port to transmit MIDI
Got a cool idea for a physical computing project (or actual music instrument) that uses MIDI, but don’t have a computer with an actual MIDI port?
How-To: Sea Glass Candy
Not So Humble Pie has a neat idea for a tasty sea-themed treat: sea glass candy. Don’t get it mixed up with the real thing at your beachcombing birthday party! [via EMSL]
Mouse trap car
Greg Borenstein posted drawings and photos of the mouse trap-driven car he’s been working on to the MAKE Flickr Pool. Mouse trap car
Staples, a blank wall, and lots of patience
This is the work of French artist Baptiste Debombourg. Some of his other works, including one more staples piece, can be seen here. [via Dude Craft]
Waste oil foundry furnace — complete!
Jake von Slatt gives us a video tour of his finished propane and waste oil foundry furnace. I love the lamp post and lights. SO von Slatty! Final test of Jake von Slatt’s Waste Oil Foundry Furnace