Makers Justin and his friend Brett have created a fantastic DIY joystick-controlled laser drawing machine powered by an Arduino development board. The framework has been constructed from laser-cut wood and other parts, totaling under $20 to complete the project. Check out the video below to learn … [Read more...] about DIY joystick controlled laser drawing machine
DIY Projects
Raspberry Pi bread board connector and prototyping aid
Raspberry Pi enthusiasts may be interested in a new piece of hardware specifically designed to make prototyping easier with the Pi mini PC. Created by Jonathan Binette the project is now available via Kickstarter with earlybird pledges available from just C$15 roughly 9 pounds and worldwide shipping … [Read more...] about Raspberry Pi bread board connector and prototyping aid
Raspberry Pi MKR breakout module makes prototyping easy for makers
The creators of the Pi-oT have once again taken to Kickstarter to launch their Raspberry Pi MKR Module, featuring a breakout board and GPIO port protection inside the company’s popular enclosure used on our Pi-oT Module. The MKR Module has been designed to provide a breakout module for makers at an … [Read more...] about Raspberry Pi MKR breakout module makes prototyping easy for makers
DIY brain computer interface kit, allows you to control things with your mind
Makers, developers and electronic enthusiasts who considered building their very own brain computer interface to control things using the power of your mind. Maybe interested in a new make 100 project launched via Kickstarter by Ivo de la Rive Box for the DIY Brain Computer Interface … [Read more...] about DIY brain computer interface kit, allows you to control things with your mind
Adafruit Feather Bluefruit wireless sensor board soon available
Adafruit has today announced the Adafruit Feather Bluefruit Sense development board will be soon arriving in their online store, building on the popular Feather nRF52840 Express, by adding a range of sensors that can be accessed wirelessly. The Feather microcontroller is equipped with Bluetooth Low … [Read more...] about Adafruit Feather Bluefruit wireless sensor board soon available
Raspberry Pi Zero AA battery board
Raspberry Pi enthusiasts looking to mate there Raspberry Pi Zero mini PC portable may be interested in the Gumstix Raspberry Pi Zero battery board which is now available to preorder priced at $50 and allows you to power your Pi Zero using two AA batteries. The Raspberry Pi battery board can be … [Read more...] about Raspberry Pi Zero AA battery board
Lazydoro pomodoro timer helps beat procrastination
A pomodoro timer can be useful at helping keep procrastination in check, motivating you to complete tasks in 25 minute slots. To improve on the system even further a project has been posted to the Hackaday.io website called the Lazydoro which tracks when you are seated or standing. “When you sit … [Read more...] about Lazydoro pomodoro timer helps beat procrastination
Awesome EVA foam chain maille
Cosplayers or anyone else looking to create lightweight realistic looking chain maille, may be interested in the solution created by Ben Eadie, using a laser cutter and EVA foam. Watch the video below to learn more about the foam chain maille which is now available to purchase or create yourself if … [Read more...] about Awesome EVA foam chain maille
New Raspberry Pi 4 Picade Console now available
A new version of the awesome Raspberry Pi Picade Console has been created by Pimoroni, offering compatibility with the latest and more powerful Raspberry Pi 4 mini PC. A number of changes were made by the Raspberry Pi Foundation on the Raspberry Pi 4 including the addition of smaller HDMI The … [Read more...] about New Raspberry Pi 4 Picade Console now available
Unique clock writes the time in sequins
Hackster.io member ekaggrat has created a unique clock which writes the time in sequins. Built using an Arduino Nano R3 micro-controller together with a variety of 3D printed components, the project is classed as requiring an advanced skill set and has been showcased on the Hackster.io website. … [Read more...] about Unique clock writes the time in sequins
Autonomous Arduino air filtration system
If you need to keep your workshop a little tidier and are looking for own easy to build Arduino air filtration system you might be interested in a new project which is activated whenever it hears a machine start-up. Watch the video below to learn more about the automated air filtration system which … [Read more...] about Autonomous Arduino air filtration system
GetWired easy, affordable home automation system
If you are considering building your very own wired home automation system you may be interested in a new platform launched via Crown Supply this week in the form of the aptly named GetWired system. Designed to provide a complete solution offering an affordable easy-to-use, wired, home automation … [Read more...] about GetWired easy, affordable home automation system
