DIY PC IrDA interface
Here’s a cheap DIY IrDA interface using used parts, you can use this to communicate with cell phones and other IR devices from your PC – Link.
DIY Projects
Makers want their own avatars…
Ok folks, remember that cool web camera from Logitech that has an “avatar and accessory” feature that maps characters and objects on human faces real time? (Video here). Well, our interest was in the files, which seem like they’re moddable – so far we were able to view the XML files and “see” the JPEGs […]
Microcontroller design projects
Bruce writes – “Students were given the responsibility of choosing a microcontroller project, then designing and building it. This year’s projects include an RFID reader, swing robots, an autonomous helicopter, and an 8-channel music controlled fountain.” – Link.
DIY Wheel center crests
RainyDayGarage writes – “$200 for a set of wheel center caps? You know we will never pay THAT…so we went out and got the parts to make our own” – Link.
HOW TO – Make a lab power supply
Leoricksimon sent in his lab power supply project, we’ve covered a few here, but this is one of the best – “Make your own lab power supply complete with adjustable voltage with presetable constant current. Using single LM324 op amp and stripboard layout included.” – Link. Previous: Lab Power Supply & more – Link.
Adriondack chair electric vehicle
Jeff writes – “Here’s my first stab at an electric powered vehicle – A plastic Adriondack chair from Target, with headlights, keyed ignition, speed control in the pistol grips, foot pedal steering, under armrest neon lighting etc. Cruises the neighborhood at about 12mph. Surprisingly comfortable with aircraft (rudder) like steering footpegs.”
Hacking wired remote control jacks into A/V equipment
John writes – “Here’s how to add a wired remote control (like Pioneer SR) jacks to VCRs and DVD players that don’t have any.” – Link.