This project provides a way to do Linux-only USB communications with a PIC18F4550. This setup provides a kernel module in the development tool allowing for raw transfers from the PIC to the PC. Nice to see all OSes represent in the PIC interface family. Linux-only PIC development framework, [via]
In each volume of MAKE we have “major projects” these project pages are meaty step-by-step articles with start-to-finish photos, precise instructions and how-to learning that can range from making a VCR cat feeder to ariel kite photography. In MAKE volume 8 the projects are: Project: Building an Ornithopter by William Gurstelle. Can humans fly by […]
Smason writes – I wrote a Missile Command clone for the multi-touch wall at Obscura Digital. Just like the original, except you can fire by touching the wall with your fingers. Save the Golden Gate Bridge from ICBMs. Fun for the whole family! Check it out on Patrick’s official Obscura Digital blog entry. I smell […]
Ladyada’s just churning out the new kits these days; I’m not sure she’s human. The latest: Adding quality audio to an electronic project is surprisingly difficult. Here is a shield for Arduinos that solves this problem. It can play up to 22KHz, 12bit uncompressed audio files of any length. It’s low cost, available as an […]
If you want to make a boat, for non-commercial purposes, then this is a must-visit website. It has over 75 free plans to build a variety of different boats. I think my favorite is the “Sport Submarine”. Free boat plans
Bob writes – Your “Animals caught on tape” article reminded me of my project last year, where I put a webcam in a bird house and captured videos of the nest, the eggs, the babies, and feedings. At my web site, I have a page describing the construction of the bird house and the software […]
This is an interesting way to make a thermal wall for those really sunny windows in your home. I really like the idea of adding plants to the water, but I am not sure how they will break down over time, it might turn into a mess. [Thanks gnomic] Learn more about making a Thermal […]
