http://www.instructables.com Mon, 28 May 2012 07:44:14 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Arduino-Breathalyzer/
Arduino Breathalyzer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7L/9ZWS/H2MYEJ0C/F7L9ZWSH2MYEJ0C.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7L/9ZWS/H2MYEJ0C/F7L9ZWSH2MYEJ0C.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7L/9ZWS/H2MYEJ0C/F7L9ZWSH2MYEJ0C.SMALL.jpg Bot1398 What is a breathalyzer you may ask? It is a device for estimating blood alcohol content (BAC) from a breath sample.In simple terms it is a device to test weather a person is drunk or not. As the title suggests it runs on the arduino.Our breathalyzer uses the MQ-3 alcohol sensor from sparkfun.It is a...
By: Bot1398

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 25 May 2012 05:35:22 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Sound-reactive-21-audio-amplifier-flashy-ipod-do/
Sound reactive 2.1 audio amplifier (flashy ipod dock) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTM/TAF2/H2CE6L4U/FTMTAF2H2CE6L4U.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTM/TAF2/H2CE6L4U/FTMTAF2H2CE6L4U.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTM/TAF2/H2CE6L4U/FTMTAF2H2CE6L4U.SMALL.jpg woody2k This is my version of the LED boxs that i have seen on this site. This formed the final part of my degree course as a trainee Secondary Design Technology Teacher. Its pretty simple. I took the flashing circuit for an led box and built it into a ready made 2.1 system, then made a new housing for it....
By: woody2k

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 19 May 2012 09:11:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Fiber-Optic-Laser-Fans/
Fiber Optic Laser Fans - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH2/J783/GN77W38B/FH2J783GN77W38B.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH2/J783/GN77W38B/FH2J783GN77W38B.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH2/J783/GN77W38B/FH2J783GN77W38B.SMALL.jpg SelkeyMoonbeam What's cool? Fiber optics. What's cooler? Lasers. What's awesome? Fire fans. This instructable was inspired in part by fire fans and in part by the bionic ballerina.  Each fan is made of five fiber optic rods, lit by tilt sensor to be red or yellow, and two lasers. I have a video below of th...
By: SelkeyMoonbeam

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 15 Apr 2011 14:52:59 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/LED-light-strip-in-wood-housing/
LED light strip in wood housing - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUE/KAYR/H1YOI3Y7/FUEKAYRH1YOI3Y7.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUE/KAYR/H1YOI3Y7/FUEKAYRH1YOI3Y7.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUE/KAYR/H1YOI3Y7/FUEKAYRH1YOI3Y7.SMALL.jpg acosand I have a desk with a shelf above it, so I made a light strip I could put on the bottom of the shelf to light my desk area.  I had some LEDs sitting around, but no simple way to make a circuit board for them, so I make a wooden housing to hold the LEDs and make a simple lighting strip.  I made it at ...
By: acosand

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 12 May 2012 21:44:58 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Lightning-Bug-A-Plush-Flashlight/
Lightning Bug: A Plush Flashlight! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPO/WUMW/GF06MBV9/FPOWUMWGF06MBV9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPO/WUMW/GF06MBV9/FPOWUMWGF06MBV9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPO/WUMW/GF06MBV9/FPOWUMWGF06MBV9.SMALL.jpg dandeeman Originally made for my youngest brother's birthday, Lightning Bug is a plush flashlight whos primary function is to provide light and be plush and squishible! My younger brother convinced me to start creating these furry monsters and this is my first. This project is centered around inexpensive...
By: dandeeman

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 9 Oct 2010 17:52:37 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Papercraft-TARDIS-with-working-light/
Papercraft TARDIS with working light - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFB/VIK6/H1YOB4T6/FFBVIK6H1YOB4T6.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFB/VIK6/H1YOB4T6/FFBVIK6H1YOB4T6.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFB/VIK6/H1YOB4T6/FFBVIK6H1YOB4T6.SMALL.jpg thecoonskin Here's a simple papercraft project for any whovians with a little down time. It took me about 20 minutes to make it but it was well worth it. To add some extra realism I put a blue LED at the top to seal the deal. This is going to be my entry for the Scoochmaroo papercraft challenge. The template...
By: thecoonskin

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 11 May 2012 09:14:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Light-Switch/
Simple Light Switch - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4N/X984/GPBDHPZK/F4NX984GPBDHPZK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4N/X984/GPBDHPZK/F4NX984GPBDHPZK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4N/X984/GPBDHPZK/F4NX984GPBDHPZK.SMALL.jpg randofo In building Simple Bots, we are going to use a series of photo-coupled devices called modules. But, before we can do this, we need a good photo-couple to use as a light-activated switch. To make one of these switches, we will be using a special OSRAM-brand photo transistor and any standard NPN trans...
By: randofo

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 30 Apr 2012 16:05:46 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Chained-mood-light-using-high-power-RGB-LEDs/
Chained mood-light using high power RGB LEDs - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL0/8KG3/H1KHA4WH/FL08KG3H1KHA4WH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL0/8KG3/H1KHA4WH/FL08KG3H1KHA4WH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL0/8KG3/H1KHA4WH/FL08KG3H1KHA4WH.SMALL.jpg dedehai I have startet this project more than a year ago and working on it on and off since then. Now it is finally done.  The goal was to have a nice-looking mood-light for my livingroom, inspired by a standard lighting console a friend once had (with colored bulbs and switches) but with an added tint of h...
By: dedehai

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 5 May 2012 09:57:08 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-ChromoDisk/
The ChromoDisk - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6O/ZXM8/H1HMDPIQ/F6OZXM8H1HMDPIQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6O/ZXM8/H1HMDPIQ/F6OZXM8H1HMDPIQ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6O/ZXM8/H1HMDPIQ/F6OZXM8H1HMDPIQ.SMALL.jpg Surferdude When I saw the Aurora LED 9x18 Instructable, I was inspired.  However, it's built on the PIC microcontroller while I am most familiar with the AVR microcontrollers.  Plus, I already have the development and programming environments for AVRs, so I set about a redesign as a personal challenge.  I want...
By: Surferdude

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 5 May 2012 19:45:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/3-dimensional-Star-Cluster-Acrylic-LED-light-sc/
3-dimensional Star Cluster: Acrylic + LED light sculpture - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP2/Z2FM/H1LWQFQO/FP2Z2FMH1LWQFQO.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP2/Z2FM/H1LWQFQO/FP2Z2FMH1LWQFQO.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP2/Z2FM/H1LWQFQO/FP2Z2FMH1LWQFQO.SMALL.jpg clairemackay This instructable will guide you through the process of making your very own star-cluster from LEDs and acrylic. I made this piece for my electronics final project at college and had access to a machine shop. This instructable assumes that you have access to similar tools. This project was very mu...
By: clairemackay

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 4 May 2012 16:48:53 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Pressure-Activated-Light-Up-Umbrella/
Pressure Activated Light-Up Umbrella - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4C/CMT1/H1JUIU9J/F4CCMT1H1JUIU9J.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4C/CMT1/H1JUIU9J/F4CCMT1H1JUIU9J.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4C/CMT1/H1JUIU9J/F4CCMT1H1JUIU9J.SMALL.jpg snl017 ***********************VIDEO: ****************************** Once upon a time, 2 girls greatly enjoyed walking in the rain with umbrellas.  They decided the enjoyment of this experience could be maximized by building their own pressure-activated web of LEDs to install under their umbrella.  Thus, w...
By: snl017

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 2 May 2012 12:45:23 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Beheaded-Doll-Night-Light/
Beheaded Doll Night Light - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNZ/AACL/H1LWPPID/FNZAACLH1LWPPID.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNZ/AACL/H1LWPPID/FNZAACLH1LWPPID.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNZ/AACL/H1LWPPID/FNZAACLH1LWPPID.SMALL.jpg Twisted~Mind This is a Beheaded Doll Night Light.  It automatically turns on when it gets dark! I am going to walk through how to create a Beheaded Doll Night Light such as the one I made.  This was inspired by Bot1398's Instructable "Light Sensing LEDs" and is primarily the foundation for this Instructable wit...
By: Twisted~Mind

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 1 May 2012 09:42:11 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Uno-The-Arduino-Robot/
Uno The Arduino Robot - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3I/HDVJ/H1KHA4D5/F3IHDVJH1KHA4D5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3I/HDVJ/H1KHA4D5/F3IHDVJH1KHA4D5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3I/HDVJ/H1KHA4D5/F3IHDVJH1KHA4D5.SMALL.jpg 86 Age: 13 Meet Uno the Arduino powered robot.  Some functions include a blinking nose, moving antennas, rotating head, IR distance sensor, twin motor gear box and rotation counters.  Uno is made with relatively easy to obtain parts.  This project provides a good introduction to Arduino.          M...
By: 86

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 30 Apr 2012 22:08:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/4x4x4-RGB-LED-Cube/
4x4x4 RGB LED Cube - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU3/LYGX/H1JUJ5EC/FU3LYGXH1JUJ5EC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU3/LYGX/H1JUJ5EC/FU3LYGXH1JUJ5EC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU3/LYGX/H1JUJ5EC/FU3LYGXH1JUJ5EC.SMALL.jpg emihackr97 A while ago, when I first started using Arduino, my first project was a 4x4x4 LED cube, I built it from a Guide I found here in Instructables, I didn't know anything about programming, and little about electronics, yet I was able to build it and make it work, I didn't know how it worked but it did! ...
By: emihackr97

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 30 Apr 2012 22:29:16 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Pimp-Your-Chocolates-with-Arduino-IDE-and-ATtiny13/
Pimp Your Chocolates with Arduino IDE and ATtiny13 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY2/WQ4D/H1LWPLFT/FY2WQ4DH1LWPLFT.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY2/WQ4D/H1LWPLFT/FY2WQ4DH1LWPLFT.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY2/WQ4D/H1LWPLFT/FY2WQ4DH1LWPLFT.SMALL.jpg elabz The idea for this project came to me on the way to the trash. I was tasked with throwing away a box that has just been emptied of its original Ferrero Rocher sweetness content by my dear wife. This was shortly after the Valentine's Day. So, I got to spend 10 seconds alone with this box and ...
By: elabz

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 30 Apr 2012 17:40:30 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Upcycled-Pop-Bottle-Corsage/
Upcycled Pop Bottle Corsage - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8J/OCL0/H1ENC1K9/F8JOCL0H1ENC1K9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8J/OCL0/H1ENC1K9/F8JOCL0H1ENC1K9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8J/OCL0/H1ENC1K9/F8JOCL0H1ENC1K9.SMALL.jpg ModMischief Make a pretty and attention grabbing flower from a pop bottle and some plastic bags! I made these upcycled light up corsages and boutonnières for the volunteers at Promdemonium - It was a great way to help them stand out in the crowd! What You'll Need Materials: -Plastic pop bottle (large or sma...
By: ModMischief

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 25 Apr 2012 16:40:02 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Nuka-Cola-Quantum-and-Nuclear-Reactor-Display-Stan/
Nuka-Cola Quantum and Nuclear Reactor Display Stand - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUC/Z3SQ/H18FTGK5/FUCZ3SQH18FTGK5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUC/Z3SQ/H18FTGK5/FUCZ3SQH18FTGK5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUC/Z3SQ/H18FTGK5/FUCZ3SQH18FTGK5.SMALL.jpg kfklown In here I'm going to show you how to make a Nuka-Cola Quantum with a display stand that looks like a mini nuclear reactor. I wanted to make my own Quantum but I didn't want one that was just sitting on a light. I wanted to make a base with purpose- one that looked like it was part of the piece. I ca...
By: kfklown

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 22 Apr 2012 17:59:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/PixelLux-A-64-Pixel-RGB-LED-Video-Screen/
PixelLux- A 64 Pixel RGB LED Video Screen - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQV/ZBX9/H12SVDXG/FQVZBX9H12SVDXG.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQV/ZBX9/H12SVDXG/FQVZBX9H12SVDXG.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQV/ZBX9/H12SVDXG/FQVZBX9H12SVDXG.SMALL.jpg ajdi123 EDIT:  Wow, I didn't think this project would be so looked at on instructables! thanks for taking a look :). I have a crappy video that I'll upload, but sadly I was an idiot and burnt out my teensy... so I'll post a video of the whole thing working later!  Hi Instructables! The following is a quic...
By: ajdi123

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 19 Apr 2012 07:18:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Interactive-Arduino-Powered-Coffee-Table/
Interactive Arduino Powered Coffee Table - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHE/KUI4/H142PA4L/FHEKUI4H142PA4L.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHE/KUI4/H142PA4L/FHEKUI4H142PA4L.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHE/KUI4/H142PA4L/FHEKUI4H142PA4L.SMALL.jpg DanNixon One quick fore note: this is my first Instructable and my first large Arduino project, so if you see any stupid errors or have an idea of how things could be done better, then please let me know. Now that that's out of the way I'll begin, I started designing this around September last year as my A2...
By: DanNixon

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 17 Apr 2012 09:43:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Power-Supply-For-Arduino-power-and-breadboard/
Power Supply unit for arduino power and breadboard - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKD/C8TO/H12SVEDU/FKDC8TOH12SVEDU.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKD/C8TO/H12SVEDU/FKDC8TOH12SVEDU.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKD/C8TO/H12SVEDU/FKDC8TOH12SVEDU.SMALL.jpg Avadhut.Deshmukh how you can take a computer u hv old (power supply unit) and turn it into a power supply that will power your Arduino and give you all the amperage  you need as well as your standard 3.3 volts, 5 volts, and 12 volts for any accessories/electronics used on your breadboard And arduino power ,led 5v,12...
By: Avadhut.Deshmukh

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 16 Apr 2012 01:23:58 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Magnetic-Kite-Lights/
Magnetic Kite Lights - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZJ/CJLR/H0OIUIEX/FZJCJLRH0OIUIEX.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZJ/CJLR/H0OIUIEX/FZJCJLRH0OIUIEX.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZJ/CJLR/H0OIUIEX/FZJCJLRH0OIUIEX.SMALL.jpg EH2200 To some, the mention of flying a kite might rouse little more than a yawn. Add some bright LEDs, magnets, and an evening with strong winds and you have something far more exciting. It takes the challenge and fun of kiting to a whole new level - Its kind of like remotely piloting a UFO - Its Kind of ...
By: EH2200

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 9 Apr 2012 10:22:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Motorcycle-Headlight-for-Bicycle-Light/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBI/EC54/H0JBUSLK/FBIEC54H0JBUSLK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBI/EC54/H0JBUSLK/FBIEC54H0JBUSLK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBI/EC54/H0JBUSLK/FBIEC54H0JBUSLK.SMALL.jpg jenspen Old motorcycle light converted to LED for bicycle. The LED: http://www.satisled.com/1w-high-power-led-white-star-emitter-8090lm_p118.html
By: jenspen

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 2 Apr 2012 15:51:16 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Solar-Day-Lamp-which-lasts-for-15-years/
Simple Solar Day Lamp which lasts for 15 years - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSG/O5FH/H0OIUB7E/FSGO5FHH0OIUB7E.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSG/O5FH/H0OIUB7E/FSGO5FHH0OIUB7E.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSG/O5FH/H0OIUB7E/FSGO5FHH0OIUB7E.SMALL.jpg avd80 All buildings have areas which are in darkness during day time. In such locations we can use a solar day lamp. The lamp will turn ON when the sun rises and will turn OFF when the sun sets. There are no switches to be turned on or off. It will convert the previously dark area into perpetually bright ...
By: avd80

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 6 Apr 2012 04:23:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Steampunk-Clock/
Steampunk Clock - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJI/2PKD/H0OIU9W7/FJI2PKDH0OIU9W7.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJI/2PKD/H0OIU9W7/FJI2PKDH0OIU9W7.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJI/2PKD/H0OIU9W7/FJI2PKDH0OIU9W7.SMALL.jpg kenkaniff While exploring the vast maze of IKEA (Canada's Largest :P), I discovered the "Rusch" clock, a cheap item which just screams "MODIFY ME!!". Well, Mr. Clock, you will get your wish. The nice thing about this clock is how easy it is to disassemble. It's made of thin plastic, and most importantly, it...
By: kenkaniff

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 6 Apr 2012 05:46:20 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Table-Top-Touchscreen-MAME-Arcade/
Table Top Touchscreen MAME Arcade - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8H/OP1S/H045ZFV0/F8HOP1SH045ZFV0.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8H/OP1S/H045ZFV0/F8HOP1SH045ZFV0.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8H/OP1S/H045ZFV0/F8HOP1SH045ZFV0.SMALL.jpg ChromationSystems This project started more so because I had a lot of parts that could be utilized in arcade more so then my desire to own my own MAME Arcade. So my goal was to spend as little as possible and utilize as many parts/materials I already had available.  Built around an old 15" Elo touch screen CRT moni...
By: ChromationSystems

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 5 Apr 2012 17:04:06 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Skittish-Nightscape-Jed-Diller-and-Ken-Hoff/
The Skittish Nightscape - Jed Diller and Ken Hoff - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPA/JX1R/H0FLNRXZ/FPAJX1RH0FLNRXZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPA/JX1R/H0FLNRXZ/FPAJX1RH0FLNRXZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPA/JX1R/H0FLNRXZ/FPAJX1RH0FLNRXZ.SMALL.jpg dillerj This was a 6 week project done as part of the Things That Think course at the University of Colorado, Boulder. The Skittish Nightscape is an interactive art piece inspired by Aparna Rao’s piece, “Pygmies.” (A link to which can be found below.) The Skittish Nightscape is a sound sensitive, behaviora...
By: dillerj

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 3 Apr 2012 00:26:42 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Miss-Betsys-Rechargable-Steampunk-Solar-Nightligh/
Miss Betsy's Rechargable Steampunk Solar Nightlight - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYS/X0OJ/H0GGYJ0G/FYSX0OJH0GGYJ0G.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYS/X0OJ/H0GGYJ0G/FYSX0OJH0GGYJ0G.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYS/X0OJ/H0GGYJ0G/FYSX0OJH0GGYJ0G.SMALL.jpg MissBetsy Do you have some old solar garden light that quit working, got run over by the lawn mower or the plastic / metal parts are dull and broken? The chances are good that you can salvage the solar cell and the electronics and repurpose it just as I did. Basically you don't even need the electronics if yo...
By: MissBetsy

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 31 Mar 2012 07:04:19 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Aurora-18x18/
Aurora 18x18 - the Big Brother of Aurora 9x18 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F94/7ZZR/H0AR6Y6X/F947ZZRH0AR6Y6X.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F94/7ZZR/H0AR6Y6X/F947ZZRH0AR6Y6X.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F94/7ZZR/H0AR6Y6X/F947ZZRH0AR6Y6X.SMALL.jpg ledartist There are some things that you can never stop. After building Aurora 9x18, I just could not shake off wondering, what if I made it bigger... So I finally broke down and made a bigger version of Aurora 9x18, Aurora 18x18. Just as the name implies, it has twice the number of LEDs. The overall dimensi...
By: ledartist

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 31 Mar 2012 10:08:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/EMERGRNCY-LIGHT-With-mobile-phone-battery/
EMERGRNCY LIGHT With mobile phone battery - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM4/TNHA/H0CQ5SJ8/FM4TNHAH0CQ5SJ8.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM4/TNHA/H0CQ5SJ8/FM4TNHAH0CQ5SJ8.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM4/TNHA/H0CQ5SJ8/FM4TNHAH0CQ5SJ8.SMALL.jpg Dipankar There were a few Discarded Mobile Phone Batteries lying around the house, so I was thinking how to use them as they had plenty of juice left in them to run something. This is how I could find a use for them by making an Emergency LED light. Parts you will need. 33 LED’s of 5mm. One LED...
By: Dipankar

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 28 Mar 2012 22:13:47 PDT http://www.instructables.com/community/LED-Challenge-Open/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX9/KMXT/H0C6MHIY/FX9KMXTH0C6MHIY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX9/KMXT/H0C6MHIY/FX9KMXTH0C6MHIY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX9/KMXT/H0C6MHIY/FX9KMXTH0C6MHIY.SMALL.jpg Bot1398 Fed up of not able to enter the contests as international entries are not accepted?Here's your chance to enter a contest.I have decided to host a mini-contest.Enter and show your creativity and win a chance to go PRO. Project Requirements: Entered projects must meet or exceed these requirements: ~...
By: Bot1398

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 29 Mar 2012 10:50:00 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Light-Sensing-LED-PICAXE-Version/
Light Sensing LED - PICAXE Version - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ9/TEYI/H0AR6NLZ/FQ9TEYIH0AR6NLZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ9/TEYI/H0AR6NLZ/FQ9TEYIH0AR6NLZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ9/TEYI/H0AR6NLZ/FQ9TEYIH0AR6NLZ.SMALL.jpg Bot1398 A while ago I posted light sensing LED which used the arduino board now it is the same project but using a PICAXE microcontroller.This is the simplest circuit you might have ever seen it only uses a PICAXE microcontroller,a resistor and a LED.A LED not only lights up when power is applied but also p...
By: Bot1398

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 27 Mar 2012 21:11:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Arduino-Web-LED/
Web Controlled Arduino LED - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3H/TR1R/GC4G0P5D/F3HTR1RGC4G0P5D.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3H/TR1R/GC4G0P5D/F3HTR1RGC4G0P5D.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3H/TR1R/GC4G0P5D/F3HTR1RGC4G0P5D.SMALL.jpg tamberg This instructable shows you how to build a Web-enabled tri-color LED based on an Arduino and the WIZnet Ethernet shield, controllable from any Web browser . Check the live demo at http://try.yaler.net/~arduino/led Because the LED is exposed through a simple RESTful web service running on the Ardui...
By: tamberg

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 2 Aug 2010 03:38:13 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Seven-Segment-Display-Tutorial/
Seven Segment Display Tutorial - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX3/LQ9B/GZUAFGLK/FX3LQ9BGZUAFGLK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX3/LQ9B/GZUAFGLK/FX3LQ9BGZUAFGLK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX3/LQ9B/GZUAFGLK/FX3LQ9BGZUAFGLK.SMALL.jpg Bot1398 How many TV shows and movies have some mysterious device counting down to zero those displays are 7 segment displays.With the 7 segment displays you can display any number or some alphabets that your heart desires. At first controlling a 7 segment display seems quite complex but it quickly becomes ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 19 Mar 2012 08:30:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/answers/Removing-original-Gameboy-buttons-mounting-them-i/ /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE2.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SMALL.gif Batsu Hi all Well, after considering installing a working Gameboy into a bag, I have downgraded my plan due a sincere lack of soldering experience/ability (as in, I've never done it before). So, to keep my theme and still make an awesome hangbag, I've decided to mount just the buttons from an original G...
By: Batsu

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 22 Mar 2012 12:51:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Green-LED-USB-Bulb/
Green LED USB Bulb - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6C/RMNL/GZUASL9Z/F6CRMNLGZUASL9Z.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6C/RMNL/GZUASL9Z/F6CRMNLGZUASL9Z.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6C/RMNL/GZUASL9Z/F6CRMNLGZUASL9Z.SMALL.jpg hertzgamma This instructable will gude you to the process of modifying a regular 220VAC bulb to a USB plugged LED bulb. It it a nice touch around your PC or anywhere in your room. It won't be able to light your room fully, though you may use such a bulb to see the keyboard keys in darkness or just add it to t...
By: hertzgamma

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 17 Mar 2012 12:49:17 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/3D-Printing-an-Ironman-Helmet/
3D Printing an Ironman Helmet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZO/MHXI/GZUAFWMA/FZOMHXIGZUAFWMA.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZO/MHXI/GZUAFWMA/FZOMHXIGZUAFWMA.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZO/MHXI/GZUAFWMA/FZOMHXIGZUAFWMA.SMALL.jpg samohtep NOTE: I've entered this in the Make It Real Challenge. If you think it's worth it, please click vote! Thank you! Several months ago, I approached the rapid prototyping department at my company and asked if they would be able to help me produce a replica Ironman helmet. I had tried building the helm...
By: samohtep

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 16 Mar 2012 09:45:41 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Internet-High-Five-Lighted-LED-Brooch/
Internet High Five Lighted LED Brooch - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX2/3MLS/GZLW4GWK/FX23MLSGZLW4GWK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX2/3MLS/GZLW4GWK/FX23MLSGZLW4GWK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX2/3MLS/GZLW4GWK/FX23MLSGZLW4GWK.SMALL.jpg caitlinsdad Talk to the hand.  Seems like a lot of people give the Internet High Five graphic as an enthusiastic response to something.  How do you do it in real life?  Well, how about a pin or button that is the Internet High Five hand and all you have to do is point to it and smile.  And while we are at it, m...
By: caitlinsdad

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 11 Mar 2012 21:00:50 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Laptop-housing-mod/
Laptop housing mod "DRAGONWARE" - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY0/HDPL/GZLW44WG/FY0HDPLGZLW44WG.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY0/HDPL/GZLW44WG/FY0HDPLGZLW44WG.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY0/HDPL/GZLW44WG/FY0HDPLGZLW44WG.SMALL.jpg Tkdwn My old laptop was screaming for a new paint job and the fujitsu-siemens logo was boring, so i made my self a new logo, carved it with my engraving/multipurpose tool and filled the void with some epoxy resin and LED's (light emitting diodes). It was quite a hassle adding the resin, and  keeping it in...
By: Tkdwn

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 10 Mar 2012 15:33:19 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/LED-bar-table/
LED bar table - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F74/0WXQ/GZ0MMD38/F740WXQGZ0MMD38.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F74/0WXQ/GZ0MMD38/F740WXQGZ0MMD38.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F74/0WXQ/GZ0MMD38/F740WXQGZ0MMD38.SMALL.jpg gambiologia Made with traffic signs from the junkyard, this bar table is relatively easy to build for those with soldering and working with metal abilities. It has a 6mm thick acrylic top with LED´s on the side to give the lit board effect. The table foot is made by an ancient blacksmith who copied it from the...
By: gambiologia

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 4 Mar 2012 21:55:41 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Danbo-End-table/
Danbo End table - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFA/8RKR/GZAD1E2I/FFA8RKRGZAD1E2I.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFA/8RKR/GZAD1E2I/FFA8RKRGZAD1E2I.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFA/8RKR/GZAD1E2I/FFA8RKRGZAD1E2I.SMALL.jpg Amyscrazycrafts Danbo is a cardboard robot from yotsuba (japanese manga) and has become an internet picture sensation.  Search Danbo and lots of pictures will come up with the Danbo toys in them.  I wanted an end table of Danbo so I took the paper mini and redesigned it to be a 23" end table.  Here are some links ...
By: Amyscrazycrafts

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 5 Mar 2012 09:58:28 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Diodes/
How-To: Diodes - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKN/UTIU/GZ6I5TFZ/FKNUTIUGZ6I5TFZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKN/UTIU/GZ6I5TFZ/FKNUTIUGZ6I5TFZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKN/UTIU/GZ6I5TFZ/FKNUTIUGZ6I5TFZ.SMALL.jpg audreyobscura If you have embarked upon electronics projects in the past, there is a good chance you have already encountered this common component and soldered into your circuit without second thought. Diodes are valuable in electronics and serve a variety of purposes, which will be highlighted in upcoming steps...
By: audreyobscura

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 5 Mar 2012 10:36:20 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Uber-Light-1000/
Uber-Light 1000 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU7/ECER/GYVDJV9F/FU7ECERGYVDJV9F.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU7/ECER/GYVDJV9F/FU7ECERGYVDJV9F.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU7/ECER/GYVDJV9F/FU7ECERGYVDJV9F.SMALL.jpg macskyver Intro: This Instructable is for a high power flashlight that uses a CREE XM-L LED and is powered by 3 D-cell batteries.  Most of the parts are fabricated using a 3D printer and due to the size/shape, it is broken down into several segments.  The wiring for this flashlight is very simple.  It compos...
By: macskyver

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 1 Mar 2012 17:45:05 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Pointilist-Edge-Lit-Card-With-Auto-OnOff/
Pointilist Edge Lit Card With Auto On/Off Switch - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6E/IUXE/GOW3YX0Q/F6EIUXEGOW3YX0Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6E/IUXE/GOW3YX0Q/F6EIUXEGOW3YX0Q.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6E/IUXE/GOW3YX0Q/F6EIUXEGOW3YX0Q.SMALL.jpg depotdevoid **** Please vote for me in the Make it Real contest!  Just click the Vote button near the top of the page! **** Several months back, I wanted to send a thank you card to the folks at instructables HQ for letting me hang out with them during Maker Faire.  I knew a store bought card just wouldn't do...
By: depotdevoid

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 28 Feb 2012 08:15:13 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Miss-Betsys-Dragonfly-Pin/
Miss Betsy's Dragonfly Pin - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVF/PSHT/GZ0MM898/FVFPSHTGZ0MM898.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVF/PSHT/GZ0MM898/FVFPSHTGZ0MM898.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVF/PSHT/GZ0MM898/FVFPSHTGZ0MM898.SMALL.jpg MissBetsy For a concert I needed something fitting and matching my wardrobe. Inspired by articles from Kaivin and MrSanchez, I started working on my illuminated "Dragonfly pin". All in all it took me about 2 afternoons on a weekend and after a long break I can offer you finally a new instructable! The work w...
By: MissBetsy

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 25 Feb 2012 10:34:43 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/CYCLOPS-1/
CYCLOPS - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS8/Y5HL/GYGGN7LC/FS8Y5HLGYGGN7LC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS8/Y5HL/GYGGN7LC/FS8Y5HLGYGGN7LC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS8/Y5HL/GYGGN7LC/FS8Y5HLGYGGN7LC.SMALL.jpg hellboy Hello Here is Cyclops... all metal, shiny, very industrial. I can picture it sitting on baron Harkonens mantel.... I have been wanting to build a single digit Nixie clock for a while now,  I looked around the workshop and found a bunch of bits and pieces that I would start the design with, littl...
By: hellboy

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 26 Feb 2012 01:17:34 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Colour-Changing-Night-Joule-Thief/
Colour Changing Night Joule Thief - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAD/RT0H/GYY8FVXP/FADRT0HGYY8FVXP.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAD/RT0H/GYY8FVXP/FADRT0HGYY8FVXP.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAD/RT0H/GYY8FVXP/FADRT0HGYY8FVXP.SMALL.jpg ledartist I got this inquiry from a teacher who teaches high school kids electronics - can we have a cool kit like Aurora mini 18, in a simpler and more affordable format? I suggested Night Joule Thief, but the teacher felt that it wasn't sexy enough for the kids. (ur... you know what I mean.) So I combined ...
By: ledartist

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 23:49:05 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Valentines-Gifts-for-Geeks/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK4/H7I0/GJ289TN4/FK4H7I0GJ289TN4.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK4/H7I0/GJ289TN4/FK4H7I0GJ289TN4.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK4/H7I0/GJ289TN4/FK4H7I0GJ289TN4.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo Geeks need love too, and there's no better way to show your love than with a handmade gift!  Valentine's Gifts for Geeks is a collection of 15 adorably geeky gifts to make for your Valentine.  These heartfelt (and mostly heart-shaped) projects involve everything from lasers to LEDs and PCBs.  All p...
By: scoochmaroo

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 18 Jan 2011 16:20:00 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Arduino-Morse-Code-Flaher/
Arduino Morse Code Flaher - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIU/FJH7/GYTY1ONE/FIUFJH7GYTY1ONE.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIU/FJH7/GYTY1ONE/FIUFJH7GYTY1ONE.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIU/FJH7/GYTY1ONE/FIUFJH7GYTY1ONE.SMALL.jpg Bot1398 I am a big fan of programming but I like to keep it down to 555 timer but when it comes to complex functions like flashing a LED in a certain pattern programming is necessary.One day while surfing through the I came across something known as Morse code.I decided to read it and found it totally aweso...
By: Bot1398

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 21 Feb 2012 07:22:06 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Robot-Love-2/
Give the gift of Robot Love - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH1/BE7H/GYW6GOKD/FH1BE7HGYW6GOKD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH1/BE7H/GYW6GOKD/FH1BE7HGYW6GOKD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH1/BE7H/GYW6GOKD/FH1BE7HGYW6GOKD.SMALL.jpg masynmachien These little robots are magnetically drawn to each other and when kissing, they show there love by lighting up their throbbing hart. When experimenting in building bobble head kissing dolls I came up with the idea of giving them a geeky twist. Check out the video: These robots are made wit...
By: masynmachien

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 21 Feb 2012 03:51:50 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/iPhone-Boombox/
iPhone Boombox - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0Q/KT9H/GYN8NOH2/F0QKT9HGYN8NOH2.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0Q/KT9H/GYN8NOH2/F0QKT9HGYN8NOH2.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0Q/KT9H/GYN8NOH2/F0QKT9HGYN8NOH2.SMALL.jpg MTriest The following project will show you how to take 3D Solidwork's renderings and 2D Illustrator files and create a minimalist iPhone boombox. The boombox is my design and creation. Originally for a production class, I designed and created the boombox in an attempt to design, render and create using com...
By: MTriest

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