In a time when joblessness is a bare fact of everyday life, it's heartening to learn about Ben Wyse's business. Having read his story, it's no exaggeration to call him a true American hero for the simple fact that he pursues an independent livelihood. As the mainman literally driving Wyse Cycles, … [Read more...] about Bicycle Mechanic Goes Around With His DIY Mobile Shop (Video)
DIY Projects
Essential Reading: Incredible Arduino Origin Story Surfaces
Arduino is pretty ubiquitous these days. In fact, that's an understatement. Arduino boards are at the heart of a revolution in electronics. But ever wondered about the people behind it? In a feat of exceptional journalism, David Kushner blows the lid on this incredible company and its origins. The … [Read more...] about Essential Reading: Incredible Arduino Origin Story Surfaces
Well Played, Sir: Frustrated Motorist Pimps His Car With LED Signal Lights
As the old saying goes, no matter how good you drive there's always a few idiots out there who'll ruin your day. Also, no matter how good a driver you are, you shouldn't put a cup of boiling hot takeout coffee between your legs. Never! With the advice dispensed for the benefit of the willing, let … [Read more...] about Well Played, Sir: Frustrated Motorist Pimps His Car With LED Signal Lights
Wooden Memory Table Comes With A Camera (Video)
That's about it, really. Imagine a plain wooden desk with an extended arm fitted with a camera. The camera takes pictures of whatever you're doing at the desk and there—a photographic archive of your, uh, desk time. If this strikes you as odd, why, then don't be stricken by oddness. Let us … [Read more...] about Wooden Memory Table Comes With A Camera (Video)
Horrific Fire-Breathing Pumpkin A Bad Accident In The Making (Video)
Truth is, you wouldn't want it on your porch when the kids arrive, triggering the fire mechanism and roasting a costumed minor. Next to stuffing a pumpkin with explosives and ball-bearings detonated by a trip wire, this particular DIY project ranks high in the diabolical meter. Despite the obvious … [Read more...] about Horrific Fire-Breathing Pumpkin A Bad Accident In The Making (Video)
Marvel At This Complex Time Twister Lego Clock
This is another one of those really impressive Lego projects that reaffirms your faith in the ubiquitous blocks. Dubbed the Time Twister, this latest build from Hans Andersson is an elaborate timepiece that gives out the time in layers that print the digits. Simply looking at the details gives you … [Read more...] about Marvel At This Complex Time Twister Lego Clock
Here Is The Secret To Building Your Own Fog Machine (Video)
This post is best appreciated by the following types of people: vampires, horror movie buffs, professional villains, heavy metal musicians, and maybe all of the above. Fog machines are really among the greatest inventions ever. Never has a single prop been so ill-used and entered the popular … [Read more...] about Here Is The Secret To Building Your Own Fog Machine (Video)
One Man Is On An Epic Quest To Build A 3D Printed Computer
Relax, it's not like he's going to build a Mac with parts from a 3D printer. That would be awesome though. Apparently, there's this man named Chris Fenton who's hell-bent on assembling his own electromechanical computer with 3D printed parts. Seen below isn't his creation though, but the wonderful … [Read more...] about One Man Is On An Epic Quest To Build A 3D Printed Computer
Can You Build Your Own Civilization From Scratch? Meet Global Village
It's possible and one non-profit company is at its cutting edge. Called Open Source Ecology, the loose-knit group of volunteers from different walks of life are launching a civilization from scratch. At the moment, the organization has a Kickstarter funding drive going full blast. The aim is to … [Read more...] about Can You Build Your Own Civilization From Scratch? Meet Global Village
DIY Tazer Gloves Pack A Serious Punch (Video)
Yes, that's a box of Altoids. Rather, boxes of Altoids. Apparently, if left to his own devices, Jair2k4 is fully capable of surviving the post-apocalypse. Check out the incredible home-made Tazer gloves he assembled after a conversation about superhero powers. Now if he only built himself a laser … [Read more...] about DIY Tazer Gloves Pack A Serious Punch (Video)
FoamBoat Multiplies Itself With Sentient Foam (Videos)
Ah, robotics. If it were only sexier. That's pretty much the biggest hurdle of this exciting industry. You might think otherwise, however, and claim that a fully functional AI is the big challenge facing primitive robot kind at its current state. Fine, that's valid too. But really, a good dose of … [Read more...] about FoamBoat Multiplies Itself With Sentient Foam (Videos)
Galactic Empire Surround Sound System Oozes Evil Power
Oh, the wonders of DIY! Encased in some very detailed Galactic Empire hardware, including a Death Star, this surround sound system is essentially a Yamaha 2.1 stereo system given the benefit of an iPod dock and TIE Fighters. If you're wondering about the configuration, don't fret. The Death Star … [Read more...] about Galactic Empire Surround Sound System Oozes Evil Power
