If you have been considering jumping into the virtual reality environments that are now available thanks to the availability of the Oculus Rift and HTC Vive headsets but have been put off by the $599 and $799 prices. You might be interested in a comprehensive DIY guide that shows you how to create … [Read more...] about Affordable DIY Steam VR Headset Created Using Riftycat And Leap Motion (video)
DIY Projects
PiScope Raspberry Pi Optical Tracking Telescope Created
Toby Kurien has unveiled a new Raspberry Pi Optical Tracking Telescope project he has created using a Pi mini PC, a little Arduino, together with a handful of 3D printer parts called the PiScope. The PiScope offers a way to create a basic astrophotography set up using an affordable telescope and … [Read more...] about PiScope Raspberry Pi Optical Tracking Telescope Created
Wall Mounted Raspberry Pi Games Console (video)
If you are contemplating building your very own Raspberry Pi games console, this wall mounted Raspberry Pi 2 emulation station powered design that includes a little Arduino Uno hardware as well might be great inspiration. Check out the video below to learn more about this Raspberry Pi games console … [Read more...] about Wall Mounted Raspberry Pi Games Console (video)
DIY Raspberry Pi Security System Created Using Makerbeam
If you are looking for a Raspberry Pi project to keep you busy this weekend you may be interested in this awesome Raspberry Pi Security System which has been created by Max Williams and is equipped with a motion detector and camera. The Raspberry Pi security system has been built using a … [Read more...] about DIY Raspberry Pi Security System Created Using Makerbeam
Squishy Circuits Kits Teach Youngsters Basic Electronics (video)
Anyone that is looking to teach the basics of electrical circuits to children may be interested in a new range of projects that are available using Squishy Circuits Kits. Squishy Circuits Kits provide a conductive play dough that can be used to create a wide variety of different projects while … [Read more...] about Squishy Circuits Kits Teach Youngsters Basic Electronics (video)
3D Printed Raspberry Pi Zero Handheld Retro Game Console
Raspberry Pi enthusiasts that have access to a 3D printer might be interested in a new casing to create a Raspberry Pi Zero handheld retro gaming console that has been designed specifically to fit smaller printers and only requires a print bed size that can accommodate 80 x 104 mm. The files are … [Read more...] about 3D Printed Raspberry Pi Zero Handheld Retro Game Console
$65 3D Printer Built By Tinkernut Using A 3D Printing Pen (video)
YouTuber Tinkernut has created a desktop 3D printer using a 3D printing pen and a little skilful tinkering for the affordable price of just $65. Check out the video below to see just how Tinkernut was able to create a fully functional 3D printer on the cheap. Using a little Arduino programming and … [Read more...] about $65 3D Printer Built By Tinkernut Using A 3D Printing Pen (video)
Giacinto DIY Stereo Speaker System Constructed From Recycled Leather (video)
Ludovica Vando has created a new high quality DIY stereo speaker system which is easy to assemble and allows you to “experience sound in a new way” says Vando. The unique speakers are constructed using a skin that has been constructed using recycled leather and provides a more “ human touch” to … [Read more...] about Giacinto DIY Stereo Speaker System Constructed From Recycled Leather (video)
New Polygon Delta 3D Printer Kit Now Available From $500 (video)
Billy Zelsnack based in Pittsburgh has created a new “thoughtfully designed” delta 3D printer kit which she has launched over on the Kickstarter crowdfunding website and has already raised enough money to take the project forward into production. Watch the video below to see why Zelsnack picked a … [Read more...] about New Polygon Delta 3D Printer Kit Now Available From $500 (video)
Arduino Learning Board With Mini-Projects And Online Lessons (video)
Anyone looking to learn more about the Arduino platform or just start learning about electronics in general might be interested in a new Arduino Learning Board and lesson plan that has been created by Jeff Shapiro. The Arduino Learning Board has been launched via the Kickstarter crowdfunding … [Read more...] about Arduino Learning Board With Mini-Projects And Online Lessons (video)
Retropie Mini Arcade Cabinet Powered By A Raspberry Pi 2
Raspberry Pi enthusiasts that would like to create a small desktop Raspberry Pi 2 powered arcade machine which can be loaded with Retropie or similar games emulation software. Maybe interested in a new design that has been published to the Thingiverse website and is now available to download and … [Read more...] about Retropie Mini Arcade Cabinet Powered By A Raspberry Pi 2
3D Printed Hand Crank Generator Creates 30Watts Of Power (video)
If you are looking for a 3D printing project to keep you busy over the next couple of weekends, you might be interested in this awesome 3D printed hand crank generator that is capable of producing 30W of power. This project not only offers a practical application but also provides a great learning … [Read more...] about 3D Printed Hand Crank Generator Creates 30Watts Of Power (video)
