From the MAKE Flickr photo pool Ranjit needed a specific tool, so he made it – …a double-bladed knife for cutting channels in tape. (Thanks to the tape goddess for encouragement!) I’m gonna try to use it to make flexible circuit boards from copper tape. Construction method: jam two blades in one handle. (Use a […]
An easy-to-use 6 digit display kit updated via your computer over serial/USB connection – The USB7 expands most computers with a USB connected 6-digit seven-segment display. Supporting letters, numbers, and a range of punctuation, the USB7 benefits any project requiring highly visible information. Using common a USB cable for both communication and power, the USB7 […]
If you find the intricacies of soldering a bit too tedious, you may find these tiny solder rings come in handy. Just slip one over your component lead and apply iron. You could also probably make these yourself before starting work on a board.- SchmartSolder (If you enjoy the process of soldering as is – […]
Not sure if this is a good idea or not. This guy added Velcro to the bottom of his notebook PC and the edge of the power supply unit to create a simple stand. There are obvious issues with the high heat of many power bricks and the shortening of the power cord by half. […]
At ladyada’s tea party, user mtbf0 has posted details of his RGB brain machine powered by a Boarduino. …it generates a base frequency at 200Hz. Offset frequencies of 201Hz-217Hz in 1Hz increments can be selected giving binaural beats in the range of 1Hz-17Hz. The LEDs are controlled by comparing the phases of the base and […]
The incomparable ladyada tells us: The next version of the Mintyboost is done and documented. This time it’s based on the LT1302 chip instead of the MAX756, which can provide up to 600mA (although I’ve found that with 2xAA’s it doesn’t really go past 450mA). The layout was also improved for better efficiency. The upgrade […]
Adam from Hack a Day posted a very helpful write-up describing how to setup a well-equpped soldering station for cheap. Great ideas for inexpensive tip-cleaning and a very affordable fume hood among others – A good soldering station and fume extractor is a must for anyone interested in hacking and modding, but not everyone can […]
