Take a look at the details for the Wind Power Generator. As mentioned in the segment, we hope this project can take the principles of wind power and make them accessible and manageable. However, this is one of our most in-depth projects, so be sure to read through the PDF before digging in. We’d love […]
In this Toolbox segment, William Gurstelle introduces us to unique load-release devices like the panic snap and the pelican hook which he applies to his giant trebuchet. Get the m4v, subscribe in iTunes, watch on YouTube or Blip.
Make: television Presents: Balloon Organ – Fran Holland’s bagpipe-sounding musical balloon instrument. Ball-Fetching Robot – Mark Whitney’s autonomous dog-like robot that can follow and fetch a ball. Truth Wristband – Sean Montgomery’s wristband that uses technology similar to what’s in lie detectors. Check out Sean’s website for more info Submit a video of your own […]
Make: television is currently airing on 201 public TV stations reaching 71 Nielsen markets and more than half the TV households in the United States, including 14 of the top 20 markets. In addition, 11 more stations have premiere dates in late February & March, with many others planning to premiere in spring or summer, […]
Make: Day aims to celebrate the ingenuity and inventiveness in our community. Building off the success of Maker Faires and the American Maker events, Make: Day will give local engineers, artists, tinkerers and inventors the opportunity to showcase their DIY creations to Science Museum of Minnesota visitors. Make: Day takes place on March 14th at […]
The sparking fork from Studio Bricolage A big shout-out to Leonardo’s Basement, which has contributed mightily to Make: television and the DIY effort here in the Twin Cities. Look for their projects created through their Studio Bricolage program, at Make: Day, March 14th, 10am to 3pm, at the Science Museum in St. Paul. Studio Bricolage […]
Mau sent me a link to his latest project. This time he built a pole camera based on the one from MAKE: Television. Almost all the parts were recycled from previous projects, so his cost was minimal. Great job Mau, and thanks for sharing! Have you made any projects from MAKE: Television? If so, leave […]
