In Episode 4 of the Maker Hangar series, Lucas Weakley teaches us about lithium polymer, or li-po, batteries, used in R/C aircraft. Lucas covers the numbers and letters that classify these batteries, how to determine where to place the battery for balancing the plane, charging the batteries, and safety concerns.
This week’s theme on Maker Camp is “Create the Future” and we’ll explore that notion today as we talk LED and DIY holograms. Joining us today we’ll be very special guest Mary Lou Jepsen, head of the Display Division at Google X Lab and founder of Pixel Qi. Mary Lou will talk about holograms and light and some the projects she’s leading.
Maker Hangar is a 15-part video series by Lucas Weakley. In Episode 3 of the Maker Hangar series, Lucas Weakley breaks down the important role electric speed controllers (ESC) play in RC planes. These components convert DC power into AC power and regulate power to the motor. But it’s important to pair the appropriate ESC to the […]
Yellow Giraffe posted this playful DIY button project to make with kids.
Grab your towel and hit the beach hands-free with this useful beach towel backpack tutorial that Jess from The Sewing Rabbit shared on Craftaholics Anonymous!
Fred Rogers had the remarkable ability to communicate with with children in a way that was simultaneously respectful and entertaining. Watch this lovely 1967 documentary about Mister Rogers called “Creative Person: Fred Rogers” to see him at work. Also check out the Pittsburgh statue of him that got a yarnbombed cardigan from a crafty fan.
No longer content to sit on the sidelines, ToolKid lets children get into carpentry themselves.
