Rick writes – “This tutorial will explain how you can set up a Mac mini or other spare Mac to be a 24-hour spam filtering drone. The process utilizes Apple’s Mail application, IMAP email, and C-Command’s SpamSieve along with a few custom AppleScripts that will allow you to remotely train the Mac mini in the […]
Here’s a *really* old guide to electronics (in web years that is) but there are a couple good starter items in there – “Are you a beginner in electronics? Have you been interested in electronics but never really taken the time to start learning? Are you just starting out but was unable to find any […]
Brian writes – “As a researcher I see a lot of work done on eye movement recordings and it blows my mind that a device that used to cost upwards of $100, 000 is now in the DIY realm with open-source hardware and software…” “openEyes is an open-source open-hardware toolkit for low-cost real-time eye tracking. […]
Kanja shows how to make an awesome Chewbacca puppet – Thanks Chuck! Link. Related: Puppet building for kids – Link. Project Puppet – Link. Darth Maul Puppet – Link.
Bob writes – “Hope this will help those who want to make a small sandblast cabinet. I made it from your standard laundry tub available at any hardware or home improvement outlet. Cut two 4″ holes to allow for 4″ PVC couplers. These pieces of PVC should be about 3″ long so you can hose […]
Audioguru writes – “This project uses an LM3915 bar-graph IC driving two sets of ten LEDs for a 30dB range. The circuit is unique because it has an additional range of 20dB provided by an automatic gain control to allow it to be very sensitive to low sound levels but it increases its range 20dB […]
Thermite writes – “Here’s a better DIY pinhole camera. Integrated level and tripod mount. Uses easy to find 35mm film. Produces panoramic photos. Will produce 18shots on a roll of 24shot 35mm film.” – Link.
