http://www.instructables.com Sat, 25 May 2013 01:52:17 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/330-volt-Shocking-Electric-Deck-of-Cards-El/
330 volt "Shocking" Electric Deck of Cards! - (Electric Shock Kissing Prank) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOD/FUKI/HH2VIWQN/FODFUKIHH2VIWQN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOD/FUKI/HH2VIWQN/FODFUKIHH2VIWQN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOD/FUKI/HH2VIWQN/FODFUKIHH2VIWQN.SMALL.jpg The King of Random Here's how to make a deck of cards that will pump out a shocking 330 volts of electricity.  Stuart Edge used it in his "Electric Shock Kissing Prank" to show the ladies how a man can really put the sparks in a kiss. http://www.thekingofrandom.com See the "Stuart Edge - Electric Shock Kissing ...
By: The King of Random

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 24 May 2013 16:34:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/how-to-recover-a-dry-printer-head/
how to recover a dry printer head - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKJ/RR4Z/HGU2EA29/FKJRR4ZHGU2EA29.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKJ/RR4Z/HGU2EA29/FKJRR4ZHGU2EA29.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKJ/RR4Z/HGU2EA29/FKJRR4ZHGU2EA29.SMALL.jpg andrea biffi How many time do you have found your inkjet printer dead after a standing idle long period? Because of the low durability of inkjet prints I usually send them to a web print-shop, so my colours, althought I try to remember to keep them making exercise, often get dry. This happens more certainly if y...
By: andrea biffi

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 21 May 2013 12:08:48 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Electronic-Piano-with-555-timer-in-CD-Case/
Simple Electronic Piano with 555 timer in CD Case - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9V/VOEZ/HGU2PLGQ/F9VVOEZHGU2PLGQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9V/VOEZ/HGU2PLGQ/F9VVOEZHGU2PLGQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9V/VOEZ/HGU2PLGQ/F9VVOEZHGU2PLGQ.SMALL.jpg faziefazie In this instructable, I will show you how to make a simple electronic piano with common components. It uses capacitors and resistors, so you could easily modify the circuit. When the project is finished you will have a working simple circuit that can produce a variety of tones. Of course, there are...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 21 May 2013 06:16:13 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Electronic-Heart-Flashing-LEDs-Mothers-Day-Pr/
Electronic Heart (Flashing LEDs) - Mother's Day Project - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZF/5U6V/HGU2EB5W/FZF5U6VHGU2EB5W.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZF/5U6V/HGU2EB5W/FZF5U6VHGU2EB5W.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZF/5U6V/HGU2EB5W/FZF5U6VHGU2EB5W.SMALL.jpg womai Mother's Day was approaching, and I am getting my 8 year old son started with electronics. So why not combine the two? In the next few pages we'll show you the project we did - a blinking heart with several effects, all driven by a microcontroller. Taught my son not only about how to make mommy happ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 20 May 2013 06:15:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/PowerTube-Vr-1/
PowerTube Vr. 1 for bicycle headlight - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZC/6I4T/HGH6Q3O0/FZC6I4THGH6Q3O0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZC/6I4T/HGH6Q3O0/FZC6I4THGH6Q3O0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZC/6I4T/HGH6Q3O0/FZC6I4THGH6Q3O0.SMALL.jpg frapedia Recently purchased one of those bicycle lights using the XML T6 LED x3. Came with a 18650 8.4v 6400mAh Battery Pack and a Pouch with Velcro. The headlight has a voltage status function via a multi color LED but to be honest i am not satisfy with what function so i decided to add a voltage meter....
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 11 May 2013 15:43:09 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/PCB-making-guide/
PCB making guide - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIJ/S4TJ/HFD16XWB/FIJS4TJHFD16XWB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIJ/S4TJ/HFD16XWB/FIJS4TJHFD16XWB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIJ/S4TJ/HFD16XWB/FIJS4TJHFD16XWB.SMALL.jpg pinomelean There are many ways to make your own homemade PCB's, They all work, but some better than other, some faster than other, ones are cheap and others expensive.... After several attempts, i found the way of making PCB's, wich is the cheapest, easiest and fastest for me. I hope this instructable will he...
By: pinomelean

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 12 May 2013 07:05:02 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/High-efficiency-regulated-Joule-thief/
High efficiency regulated Joule thief - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHR/2RDQ/HGH6JV9Q/FHR2RDQHGH6JV9Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHR/2RDQ/HGH6JV9Q/FHR2RDQHGH6JV9Q.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHR/2RDQ/HGH6JV9Q/FHR2RDQHGH6JV9Q.SMALL.jpg Milen      Normally the Joule thief produces output voltage, which value is difficult to predict. Without load (the LED) I have measured voltages over 30 V. I wanted to create a Joule thief, which can be used to supply some small electronic devices, but having well defined and stable output voltage. There...
By: Milen

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 9 May 2013 14:24:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Scariac-Poor-Mans-Variable-Power-Controller/
The Scariac (Poor Mans Variable Power Controller) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMF/IBWS/HGH712KB/FMFIBWSHGH712KB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMF/IBWS/HGH712KB/FMFIBWSHGH712KB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMF/IBWS/HGH712KB/FMFIBWSHGH712KB.SMALL.jpg The King of Random Mixing water with electricity is risky, and can be lethal.  However, in this project we're using it to make one of the cheapest kinds of power controller.  The Scariac. http://www.thekingofrandom.com Watch the Video WARNING: This project is extremely dangerous and should only be attempted ...
By: The King of Random

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 9 May 2013 10:07:24 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-revive-a-portable-8-Track-tape-player/
How to revive a portable 8-Track tape player - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ8/KCSJ/HG85C6KS/FQ8KCSJHG85C6KS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ8/KCSJ/HG85C6KS/FQ8KCSJHG85C6KS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ8/KCSJ/HG85C6KS/FQ8KCSJHG85C6KS.SMALL.jpg ke4mcl *** this instructable takes into account that you have some mechanical dexterity and some experience in disassembling consumer electronics *** lalala music music KERCHUNK! the lowly 8-track tape, abandoned long ago in favor of the cassette tape. they can still be easily found at thrift stores and...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 2 May 2013 15:54:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Battery-Charger-Powered-by-Fire/
Smartphone Charger Powered by Fire - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F12/HOAD/HFPTEVTJ/F12HOADHFPTEVTJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F12/HOAD/HFPTEVTJ/F12HOADHFPTEVTJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F12/HOAD/HFPTEVTJ/F12HOADHFPTEVTJ.SMALL.jpg Joohansson Portable, Compact and Adjustable ThermoElectric Emergency Generator. Background: The reason for this project was to solve a problem I have. I sometimes do several days of hiking/backpacking in the wild and I always bring a smartphone with GPS and maybe other electronics. They need electricity a...
By: Joohansson

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 1 May 2013 11:03:17 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Adjustable-Voltage-Step-up-07-55V-to-27-55V/
Adjustable Voltage Step-up (0.7-5.5V to 2.7-5.5V) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2K/RFE1/HFPT9HVQ/F2KRFE1HFPT9HVQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2K/RFE1/HFPT9HVQ/F2KRFE1HFPT9HVQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2K/RFE1/HFPT9HVQ/F2KRFE1HFPT9HVQ.SMALL.jpg Joohansson Introduction: A voltage step-up is a circuit that increases the voltage. It can be AC/AC, AC/DC, DC/AC or DC/DC. This voltage step-up is a DC/DC adjustable voltage regulator. Usually a voltage regulator is fed by a higher input than output voltage, for example 9V IN to 5V OUT. This circuit will take...
By: Joohansson

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 1 May 2013 11:00:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-small-wind-generator-In-celebration/
How to make a small wind generator (In celebration of earth day!) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFP/G6YC/HFSHS9LW/FFPG6YCHFSHS9LW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFP/G6YC/HFSHS9LW/FFPG6YCHFSHS9LW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFP/G6YC/HFSHS9LW/FFPG6YCHFSHS9LW.SMALL.jpg out-of-the-box In this i will show you how to make a wind generator that produces electricity! I will only walk you through making the generator but it is up to you to figure out what you want to do with the electricity it produces! i havent gotten that far yet but i am planning on making a charge circuit so follo...
By: out-of-the-box

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 21 Apr 2013 16:39:40 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Zombie-Attack-Easy-to-build/
Zombie Attack! Easy to build! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ0/JLVV/HFD176XY/FZ0JLVVHFD176XY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ0/JLVV/HFD176XY/FZ0JLVVHFD176XY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ0/JLVV/HFD176XY/FZ0JLVVHFD176XY.SMALL.jpg simonfrfr Hello, I am here, presenting you, another project, which is low in cost, that is easy to build. Zombies are attacking, and you need a way to defend against them, so you decide to build the zombie rifle to defend against Zombies. Overall, this project is a low cost, quick build. Most if not all of th...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 14 Apr 2013 19:13:20 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/simple-cheap-cool-waterproof-and-gummy-diy-batt/
simple, cheap, cool, waterproof and gummy diy battery holder - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9L/0V8A/HF23N0FE/F9L0V8AHF23N0FE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9L/0V8A/HF23N0FE/F9L0V8AHF23N0FE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9L/0V8A/HF23N0FE/F9L0V8AHF23N0FE.SMALL.jpg andrea biffi I know how many of you inventors have desired a versatile battery holder to power your projects, I know you can't sleep without that... so this strange accessory has born ;-) This gadget has a simple function, keep a battery inside, and yes you could buy an ordinary plastic black and impersonal batt...
By: andrea biffi

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 11 Apr 2013 13:28:57 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Vinyl-Sticker-PCB-How-To/
Vinyl Sticker PCB - How To - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGM/965X/HEXSMS3C/FGM965XHEXSMS3C.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGM/965X/HEXSMS3C/FGM965XHEXSMS3C.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGM/965X/HEXSMS3C/FGM965XHEXSMS3C.SMALL.jpg msuzuki777 So this Lazy Old Geek (LOG) is getting in to making PCBs. I’ve already done one Instructable: http://www.instructables.com/id/My-PCB-Making/ I still like to use Eagle CadSoft but my friend, OffTheRails2010 told me about a better toner transfer method using vinyl stickers. Well, I don’t know why they...
By: msuzuki777

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 2 Apr 2013 10:35:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Thermoelectric-Fan-Driven-by-a-Candle/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAL/IAK8/HEXSGBOS/FALIAK8HEXSGBOS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAL/IAK8/HEXSGBOS/FALIAK8HEXSGBOS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAL/IAK8/HEXSGBOS/FALIAK8HEXSGBOS.SMALL.jpg Joohansson A Thermoelectric generator powered by a tealight. It started as an experiment of how much power I could get from one candle. But I liked the idea and it worked really well so I built this electric-mechanical ornament. I did not use a high temperature TEG-module, but instead a cheap TEC-module. That ...
By: Joohansson

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 30 Mar 2013 03:04:10 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/camera-jacket/
camera jacket - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3L/TJ85/HEBMZ8QA/F3LTJ85HEBMZ8QA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3L/TJ85/HEBMZ8QA/F3LTJ85HEBMZ8QA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3L/TJ85/HEBMZ8QA/F3LTJ85HEBMZ8QA.SMALL.jpg mikeasaurus Camera jacket is a concept exploring the idea of discreetly capturing image media in public locations.  This design has a small digital camera installed in the lining of a jacket with the lens recording through a small opening in the jacket breast. The camera is operated with buttons wired into the ...
By: mikeasaurus

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 26 Mar 2013 14:22:08 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Add-a-Remote-Control-to-Just-About-Anything/
Add a Remote Control to Just About Anything! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR3/VU4L/HEI4FGTO/FR3VU4LHEI4FGTO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR3/VU4L/HEI4FGTO/FR3VU4LHEI4FGTO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR3/VU4L/HEI4FGTO/FR3VU4LHEI4FGTO.SMALL.jpg lonesoulsurfer In this Instructable I’ll show you how to add a cheap remote control to just about anything! that takes your fancy. Last year I built a compressed air rocket launcher which was featured in MAKE Magazine.  The rocket launcher is a heap of fun and my kids love it.  The rockets themselves are made fro...
By: lonesoulsurfer

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 21 Mar 2013 18:19:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Controlling-a-SaikoLED-myki-or-Arduino-Leonardo-/
Controlling a SaikoLED myki (or Arduino Leonardo) with a Simple Button Box -- using the ICSP header - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBD/U974/HEBNAKYP/FBDU974HEBNAKYP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBD/U974/HEBNAKYP/FBDU974HEBNAKYP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBD/U974/HEBNAKYP/FBDU974HEBNAKYP.SMALL.jpg dmt Welcome! Today we're going to explain how to build a controller with 3 buttons that connects directly to an Arduino Leonardo-compatible board--in this case, the myki light from SaikoLED. More information on the Leonardo is available here and in this Instructable. You will need the following tools: ...
By: dmt

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 20 Mar 2013 06:29:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Reverse-Andycache-Android-powered-reverse-geo/
The Reverse Andycache (Android-powered reverse geocache) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F78/7XAY/HEBNNWED/F787XAYHEBNNWED.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F78/7XAY/HEBNNWED/F787XAYHEBNNWED.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F78/7XAY/HEBNNWED/F787XAYHEBNNWED.SMALL.jpg wchill For those that don't know, the Reverse Geocache puzzle is a puzzle box that opens only when the box is taken to a predefined location. You don't know what the location is, you have a limited number of attempts, and the box creator hates you enough to only tell you how far away you are (in the words ...
By: wchill

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 17 Mar 2013 01:24:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Google-Glasses-AKA-the-Beady-i/
DIY Google Glass AKA the "Beady-i" - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3T/KW9H/HEBNGXV2/F3TKW9HHEBNGXV2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3T/KW9H/HEBNGXV2/F3TKW9HHEBNGXV2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3T/KW9H/HEBNGXV2/F3TKW9HHEBNGXV2.SMALL.jpg XenonJohn Monocular head mounted display. I've got my beady eye on you............................................................................................................. In 2009 I posted an Instructable on how to make a pair of glasses with a head up display to one eye, using a pair of Olympus Eye-...
By: XenonJohn

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 15 Mar 2013 15:00:35 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Mho-Better-Resistor-Value-Decoder-Plushie/
Mho Better Resistor Value Decoder Plushie - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHI/8W9J/HE7DAW8C/FHI8W9JHE7DAW8C.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHI/8W9J/HE7DAW8C/FHI8W9JHE7DAW8C.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHI/8W9J/HE7DAW8C/FHI8W9JHE7DAW8C.SMALL.jpg caitlinsdad Resistance is futile, at least in trying to figure out the value of your resistor if you do not have the color code memorized.  I had one of these Adafruit Circuit Playground electronic component plushies laying around just waiting to be hacked.  So, thinking along the lines of the Resistor Value H...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 14 Mar 2013 18:27:23 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Nixie-tube-projects/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBI/Y899/GKQ3DD4M/FBIY899GKQ3DD4M.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBI/Y899/GKQ3DD4M/FBIY899GKQ3DD4M.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBI/Y899/GKQ3DD4M/FBIY899GKQ3DD4M.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo Back in the 1970's, the now largely forgotten, nixie tubes were the height of display technology. Resembling vacuum tubes, nixie tubes are actually a cold-cathode tube variant of a neon lamp. While still functional they are fragile when compared to LED's and to some extent LCD's. Having formerly gra...
By: scoochmaroo

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 23 Feb 2011 14:06:27 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/dual-digital-framewall-mount-pc/
dual digital frame/wall mount pc - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX5/6I37/HD4VGTWI/FX56I37HD4VGTWI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX5/6I37/HD4VGTWI/FX56I37HD4VGTWI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX5/6I37/HD4VGTWI/FX56I37HD4VGTWI.SMALL.jpg mbielawski We have thousands of digital pics stored on my server and we would like to enjoy them daily.  I decided to make a dual screen digital frame.  It can also be used to share videos, play internet radio...etc.  I removed all the unnecessary pieces from a beat up used laptop & also stripped out the scre...
By: mbielawski

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 23 Feb 2013 18:01:58 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/reviving-a-norelco-philips-cassette-recorder-from-/
reviving a norelco philips cassette recorder from the 1960's - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F02/Y6SB/HDG4H7VJ/F02Y6SBHDG4H7VJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F02/Y6SB/HDG4H7VJ/F02Y6SBHDG4H7VJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F02/Y6SB/HDG4H7VJ/F02Y6SBHDG4H7VJ.SMALL.jpg ke4mcl this instructable assumes that you have basic electronics skills and above average mechanical aptitude. disassembly and reassembly of a mechanism will be required and maybe simple soldering. instructions given here are tailored to early philips / norelco machines only. a little history.. 2013 mark...
By: ke4mcl

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 21 Feb 2013 16:44:53 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-an-Emergency-Phone-Charger-MacGyver-Style/
Make an Emergency Phone Charger - MacGyver Style! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPL/LL9N/HD4VQ052/FPLLL9NHD4VQ052.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPL/LL9N/HD4VQ052/FPLLL9NHD4VQ052.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPL/LL9N/HD4VQ052/FPLLL9NHD4VQ052.SMALL.jpg The King of Random In this video, you'll learn how to "MacGyver" a 40 Watt Electrical Generator from a cordless drill and a few household items.  Here's how to charge a phone, illuminate small lights, and make electricity in a pinch. For more projects like this, check out www.thekingofrandom.com Watch the Video! ...
By: The King of Random

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 14 Feb 2013 06:15:46 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-repair-and-revive-an-american-made-Zenith-t/
How to repair and revive an american made Zenith transistor radio. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBH/2FRS/HD4VJRVY/FBH2FRSHD4VJRVY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBH/2FRS/HD4VJRVY/FBH2FRSHD4VJRVY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBH/2FRS/HD4VJRVY/FBH2FRSHD4VJRVY.SMALL.jpg ke4mcl this instructable takes for granted that you can solder, work with small parts, read values on capacitors, and have a basic understanding of electricity. transistor radios have been in production for over 50 years now. even early ones are common finds at yard sales and fleamarkets. they were the ip...
By: ke4mcl

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 13 Feb 2013 16:09:12 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Fractal-Magic-DIY-HDTV-Antenna/
Fractal Magic DIY HDTV Antenna - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU2/Q5H3/HD2RTUPO/FU2Q5H3HD2RTUPO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU2/Q5H3/HD2RTUPO/FU2Q5H3HD2RTUPO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU2/Q5H3/HD2RTUPO/FU2Q5H3HD2RTUPO.SMALL.jpg tigers58 After reading an article about the use of fractal mathematics in the design of cell phone antennas that have incredible bandwidth in spite of their extremely small size, I began to experiment with using a very simple fractal pattern, the Koch Snowflake, as the basis for an easy to build indoor HDTV ...
By: tigers58

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 12 Feb 2013 08:30:41 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Darkness-Map-Data-Collection-Device/
Darkness Map Data Collection Device - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCF/00F8/HCJO4U86/FCF00F8HCJO4U86.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCF/00F8/HCJO4U86/FCF00F8HCJO4U86.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCF/00F8/HCJO4U86/FCF00F8HCJO4U86.SMALL.jpg gennaveeva The Darkness Map encompasses both data collection and visualization of nighttime light levels. You can add to the map by downloading the app for iPhone or Android, but you can also contribute data by creating your own data collection device. This tutorial will cover how to build an Arduino powered d...
By: gennaveeva

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 31 Jan 2013 19:53:50 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/radioshack/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE3/UT8V/GPVEVEC3/FE3UT8VGPVEVEC3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE3/UT8V/GPVEVEC3/FE3UT8VGPVEVEC3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE3/UT8V/GPVEVEC3/FE3UT8VGPVEVEC3.SMALL.jpg fungus amungus In this ebook, you will find ten awesome projects born from the partnership between RadioShack and Instructables.com. From an electronic stethoscope to a cigar box guitar and a fuzz pedal, Instructables has you covered for the directions, and RadioShack has all the parts and pieces you'll need to ma...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 27 Jun 2011 11:53:22 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Intro-to-RFID/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH6/EFPT/GM9QL24O/FH6EFPTGM9QL24O.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH6/EFPT/GM9QL24O/FH6EFPTGM9QL24O.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH6/EFPT/GM9QL24O/FH6EFPTGM9QL24O.SMALL.jpg zazenergy "Intro to RFID" gives you the complete step-by-step instructions for 15 different fun RFID projects. Learn to make an RFID cat door, universal RFID key, door lock and more. All projects come from Instructables.com, are written by our creative community, and contain pictures for each step so you can ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 11 May 2011 15:39:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Wall-Sconces-with-Hidden-Weather-Display-and-Tangi/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEH/BB9F/HCB8R3CN/FEHBB9FHCB8R3CN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEH/BB9F/HCB8R3CN/FEHBB9FHCB8R3CN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEH/BB9F/HCB8R3CN/FEHBB9FHCB8R3CN.SMALL.jpg AdielFernandez Videos of project in action below!!! Disclaimer: This is an abbreviated description of the project since I did not have time to do a full step-by-step instructable in time for a contest. However, I will gladly make a step-by-step 'ible if there is enough interest. If you like it, please take a mome...
By: AdielFernandez

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 27 Jan 2013 20:54:45 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Music-Reactive-Fog-Producing-LED-Light-Show-PI/
PICAXE - Music Responsive, Fog Producing, LED Light Show and Audio Amplifier all in one - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKC/CQT1/HD4VOCJD/FKCCQT1HD4VOCJD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKC/CQT1/HD4VOCJD/FKCCQT1HD4VOCJD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKC/CQT1/HD4VOCJD/FKCCQT1HD4VOCJD.SMALL.jpg Maundy If you like this project enough, I would appreciate it if you could vote for this project in the ‘UP! Contest’, Thanks Please also check out my 3D printing related entries to this contest: TriStand Minimal - 3D Printed Minimalistic iPhone Case with built in KickStands and '3D Printed 'Centrifugal Pu...
By: Maundy

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 28 Jan 2013 08:33:16 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Analogue-Function-Generator/
Analogue Function Generator - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX5/EQ2U/HAQ39476/FX5EQ2UHAQ39476.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX5/EQ2U/HAQ39476/FX5EQ2UHAQ39476.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX5/EQ2U/HAQ39476/FX5EQ2UHAQ39476.SMALL.jpg Harrymatic I was in need of a function generator to produce audio signals for testing effects / amplifiers; as well as TTL clock signals for digital circuits. As function generators generally cost about £200 new, I decided that I would instead build one myself. This project uses the XR-2206 integrated circuit...
By: Harrymatic

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 23 Jan 2013 13:09:26 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Properly-Cut-Drill-and-Bend-Plexiglas-to-m/
How to Properly Cut, Drill and Bend Plexiglas to make a multi-use gopro tripod. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F96/ATRT/HC3PQYAE/F96ATRTHC3PQYAE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F96/ATRT/HC3PQYAE/F96ATRTHC3PQYAE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F96/ATRT/HC3PQYAE/F96ATRTHC3PQYAE.SMALL.jpg Ben The Builder This instructable is in the "UP!" contest and I would love it if you could take the time to vote if you feel I deserve the vote, thanks! Enjoy!    I had been doing some work with plexiglas lately and found some good ways to score and cut, drill holes in, and bend plexiglas. I wanted to create an...
By: Ben The Builder

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 19 Jan 2013 23:58:55 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/555-Crriter-Repellant/
555 Crriter Repellent - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI0/0IEL/HAVGK8EE/FI00IELHAVGK8EE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI0/0IEL/HAVGK8EE/FI00IELHAVGK8EE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI0/0IEL/HAVGK8EE/FI00IELHAVGK8EE.SMALL.jpg Bot1398 Many of the citizen scientists all around the world might have faced this problem that thier sunflower or any other plant is eaten up by critters before it even fully grows , so I have come up with a very simple solution to this problem , expose the critters to high frequency noise which they woulde...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 19 Jan 2013 02:17:29 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Craft-Cymatics-A-sensing-sand-dispenser-and-vibra/
Craft Cymatics: A sensing sand dispenser and vibrating sound plate - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8X/W5AC/HBUZHBPH/F8XW5ACHBUZHBPH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8X/W5AC/HBUZHBPH/F8XW5ACHBUZHBPH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8X/W5AC/HBUZHBPH/F8XW5ACHBUZHBPH.SMALL.jpg agrosz This project combines performance and craft in a system that visualizes sound waves as sand on an oscillating plate. The frequency of sound, and the flow of sand are controlled by a box suspended above the plate. Created with the effort to combine digital performance and crafts, the Digital World &...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 17 Jan 2013 14:04:34 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Turn-Spare-Pocket-Change-into-DIY-Batteries/
How to Make Batteries From Spare Change - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB1/FGBI/HAVGJYI6/FB1FGBIHAVGJYI6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB1/FGBI/HAVGJYI6/FB1FGBIHAVGJYI6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB1/FGBI/HAVGJYI6/FB1FGBIHAVGJYI6.SMALL.jpg The King of Random See The Video! What's a penny worth these days?  Not much, but could there be some free energy hidden inside your spare pennies? You'd be surprised! Watch the video to learn how you can put together stacks of pennies to form makeshift batteries that can drive small-current devices like LEDs a...
By: The King of Random

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 5 Jan 2013 16:07:15 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Basic-Electric-CONTINUITY-TESTER/
Basic Electric CONTINUITY TESTER - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHZ/UN7N/HAUNNQ0O/FHZUN7NHAUNNQ0O.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHZ/UN7N/HAUNNQ0O/FHZUN7NHAUNNQ0O.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHZ/UN7N/HAUNNQ0O/FHZUN7NHAUNNQ0O.SMALL.jpg wladicus Which wire goes where?  Where do I connect the battery positive terminal? Don' have a multi-meter to find out? Build this simple ELECTRIC CONTINUITY TESTER and it will be a great help! This project and instructions are basically for the ‘neophyte’ or beginner in the things electrical. If you h...
By: wladicus

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 1 Jan 2013 17:20:41 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Create-an-Interactive-Living-Wall/
Create an Interactive Living Wall - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDS/WJCW/HAQ30O9U/FDSWJCWHAQ30O9U.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDS/WJCW/HAQ30O9U/FDSWJCWHAQ30O9U.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDS/WJCW/HAQ30O9U/FDSWJCWHAQ30O9U.SMALL.jpg lnorooz This instructable was made as part of the final project requirement in the CS graduate course "Tangible Interactive Computing" at the University of Maryland, College Park taught by Professor Jon Froehlich. The course focused on exploring the materiality of interactive computing and, in the words of ...
By: lnorooz

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 18 Dec 2012 21:03:42 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Best-Technology-Projects-of-2012/
Best Technology Projects of 2012 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGS/XHO4/HAQ2TM6G/FGSXHO4HAQ2TM6G.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGS/XHO4/HAQ2TM6G/FGSXHO4HAQ2TM6G.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGS/XHO4/HAQ2TM6G/FGSXHO4HAQ2TM6G.SMALL.jpg randofo Before the world comes to an abrupt end, I thought it would be pertinent to look back on the last year, and highlight some of my favorite Tech Instructables. Initially, I was going to make this a top 20 list, but with over 5,600 Technology projects to choose from, had trouble narrowing it down. Afte...
By: randofo

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 19 Dec 2012 15:43:08 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Dove-Tail-Joint-a-Laser-Cut-Enclosure-Lip/
How to Dove-Tail Joint a Laser Cut Enclosure + Lipo Charger - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT1/KE4S/HA4MNAK4/FT1KE4SHA4MNAK4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT1/KE4S/HA4MNAK4/FT1KE4SHA4MNAK4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT1/KE4S/HA4MNAK4/FT1KE4SHA4MNAK4.SMALL.jpg Tomdf Laser cut boxes for project boxes are all over the place lately, but I've found that they often need a fair amount of hardware and complex designs to make them solid. This Instructable will show you how to make attractive and structurally sound project enclosures held together with dove-tail style j...
By: Tomdf

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 10 Dec 2012 08:46:29 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-10-Etchants-for-Copper-Printed-Circuit-Boards/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZT/DKMA/HA4M8KK8/FZTDKMAHA4M8KK8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZT/DKMA/HA4M8KK8/FZTDKMAHA4M8KK8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZT/DKMA/HA4M8KK8/FZTDKMAHA4M8KK8.SMALL.jpg NurdRage We show 10 ways to make PCB etchants using easy to access chemicals 1. Hydrogen Peroxide (5mL of 3%) and Hydrochloric Acid (5mL of 37%) Loses strength in storage but makes copper chloride that can later be used as a fully recyclable etchant. 2. Hydrogen Peroxide (10mL of 3%) + Sulfuric acid (1mL o...
By: NurdRage

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 9 Dec 2012 16:00:54 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Buzzing-Headlight-Reminder/
Buzzing Headlight Reminder - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN7/KQU8/HA4MKKGI/FN7KQU8HA4MKKGI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN7/KQU8/HA4MKKGI/FN7KQU8HA4MKKGI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN7/KQU8/HA4MKKGI/FN7KQU8HA4MKKGI.SMALL.jpg CBGjr I have an oldish F-150.. I have been known to use it after dark... I have a terrible memory.. I now have a dead battery. Yep, everyone's done it.  Left their lights on when they turn off their car or truck.  Fortunately, most have an alarm that will go off to let them know what they've done.  No...
By: CBGjr

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 3 Dec 2012 16:05:50 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/TL-WR703N-serial-port/
TL-WR703N serial port - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPR/D9RU/HA4MKB7R/FPRD9RUHA4MKB7R.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPR/D9RU/HA4MKB7R/FPRD9RUHA4MKB7R.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPR/D9RU/HA4MKB7R/FPRD9RUHA4MKB7R.SMALL.jpg robotang The TL-WR703N is a handy bit of electronics for a hacker to have. It is an extremely compact wireless router that ticks all the boxes: * Supported by OpenWrt. * Cheap and easy to buy ($20 USD from eBay). * Has a USB host. * With a little work, it has a serial port. * Small form factor. What follow...
By: robotang

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 1 Dec 2012 20:34:49 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/RFID-Emulator-How-to-Clone-RFID-Card-Tag-/
RFID Emulator - How to Clone RFID Card, Tag ... - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6T/5RIG/H9T40TA1/F6T5RIGH9T40TA1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6T/5RIG/H9T40TA1/F6T5RIGH9T40TA1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6T/5RIG/H9T40TA1/F6T5RIGH9T40TA1.SMALL.jpg kukata86 Where the idea came. The idea of creating RFID Emulator come from the idea to create an environment for developing and experimenting with different RFID applications. This article was created with the goal of engineers amateur enthusiasts and fans of electronics who like to experiment with different...
By: kukata86

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 24 Nov 2012 04:02:28 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/impBoot-Remotely-Turn-on-a-Desktop-Computer/
impBoot: Remotely Turn on a Desktop Computer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMS/679Y/H9K2G3HH/FMS679YH9K2G3HH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMS/679Y/H9K2G3HH/FMS679YH9K2G3HH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMS/679Y/H9K2G3HH/FMS679YH9K2G3HH.SMALL.jpg hymelsr While at school, I found myself needing to remote desktop or SSH into my computer quite frequently. I would send MATLAB scripts to run while I was in class or working on something else. I needed to either leave my desktop running (sucking around 200W while idle) or find a way to turn it on remotely....
By: hymelsr

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 21 Nov 2012 14:48:47 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/AVR-Chronograph-from-concept-to-PCB/
AVR Chronograph from concept to PCB - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQN/XY8B/H8OJETX7/FQNXY8BH8OJETX7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQN/XY8B/H8OJETX7/FQNXY8BH8OJETX7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQN/XY8B/H8OJETX7/FQNXY8BH8OJETX7.SMALL.jpg mofoya A chronograph is a device used to measure the speed of a passing object.  In it's simplest form, this involves two sensors of some kind that 'see' the object, some device that can measure time, and some output to deliver the data to the user. In this instructable, I'll be showing how I designed, pr...
By: mofoya

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 13 Nov 2012 14:07:00 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Battery-voltage-monitor/
Battery voltage monitor - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUN/UMKM/H9G15QG0/FUNUMKMH9G15QG0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUN/UMKM/H9G15QG0/FUNUMKMH9G15QG0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUN/UMKM/H9G15QG0/FUNUMKMH9G15QG0.SMALL.jpg chunkyhampton This voltage monitor has been designed to remotely display battery voltage so that people monitor and maintain their batteries easily. It was designed for use on off-grid reneable energy systems (such as my solar PV system), but it would also be useful to anyone who has a lead-acid battery, such as ...
By: chunkyhampton

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 14 Nov 2012 03:43:59 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Xbox-360-Rapid-Fire-Modification/
Xbox 360 Rapid Fire Modification - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Z/5LGJ/H6L5LSRB/F9Z5LGJH6L5LSRB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Z/5LGJ/H6L5LSRB/F9Z5LGJH6L5LSRB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Z/5LGJ/H6L5LSRB/F9Z5LGJH6L5LSRB.SMALL.jpg ernie666 A while ago I was asked by a friend to make a rapid fire modification for his Xbox 360 controller. At first, I was not quite sure how to make one , but I agreed to do it. Like always, the internet is the first place I go to when I don't know something. But after a couple hours of searching, I was un...
By: ernie666

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