Instructables: exploring - technology - electronics - how - popular http://www.instructables.com Wed, 19 Jun 2013 21:53:45 PDT BLOX v1.01 330 volt "Shocking" Electric Deck of Cards! - (Electric Shock Kissing Prank) 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 ...
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Fri, 24 May 2013 16:34:01 PDT
The Scariac (Poor Mans Variable Power Controller) http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Scariac-Poor-Mans-Variable-Power-Controller/
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Thu, 9 May 2013 10:07:24 PDT
Thermoelectric Fan Powered by a Candle 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 ...
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Sat, 30 Mar 2013 03:04:10 PDT
Make an Emergency Phone Charger - MacGyver Style! 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! ...
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Thu, 14 Feb 2013 06:15:46 PST
How to etch your own circuit board at home http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-etch-your-own-circuit-board-at-home/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCA/FS7U/HCV9CH5W/FCAFS7UHCV9CH5W.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCA/FS7U/HCV9CH5W/FCAFS7UHCV9CH5W.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCA/FS7U/HCV9CH5W/FCAFS7UHCV9CH5W.SMALL.jpg andrew mcneil How to make a PCB using pre-coated positive photoresist fibreglass (FR4) board. How to develop using UV light and Potassium Carbonate solution developer. And finally etching using Ferric chloride
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Sun, 10 Feb 2013 01:55:23 PST
How to Make Batteries From Spare Change 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...
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Sat, 5 Jan 2013 16:07:15 PST
Lithium Polymer Etiquette: A Comprehensive Guide to Working with LiPo http://www.instructables.com/id/Lithium-Polymer-Etiquette/
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Mon, 13 Aug 2012 20:05:00 PDT
DIY 9V Battery Clip http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-9V-Battery-Clip/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F47/0B7W/H4AGJH1R/F470B7WH4AGJH1R.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F47/0B7W/H4AGJH1R/F470B7WH4AGJH1R.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F47/0B7W/H4AGJH1R/F470B7WH4AGJH1R.SMALL.jpg razvan_iycdi Hi, people! In this instruct able I will show you how to make a 9 volt battery clip out of... a 9V battery :)... and some wire. So, let's get started, shall we?
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Mon, 9 Jul 2012 18:01:05 PDT
How to Make a Static Electricity Generator - Shock Anything & Fry Electronics with a Touch! http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Shock-Anything-Fry-Electronics-with-a-Tou/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTN/UBSO/H3XN34RL/FTNUBSOH3XN34RL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTN/UBSO/H3XN34RL/FTNUBSOH3XN34RL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTN/UBSO/H3XN34RL/FTNUBSOH3XN34RL.SMALL.jpg NightHawkInLight In this video I show how to make a device that allows the user to gain the power of electricity. This high voltage generator can electrify a persons entire body with a static charge more powerful than rubbing even the softest footie pajamas on a carpet could ever muster. The electrical buildup can t...
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Tue, 26 Jun 2012 20:50:53 PDT
How-To: Diodes http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Diodes/
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Mon, 5 Mar 2012 10:36:20 PST
How-To: Motors http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Motors/
How-To: Motors - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWB/8IDT/GYWSZ5WP/FWB8IDTGYWSZ5WP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWB/8IDT/GYWSZ5WP/FWB8IDTGYWSZ5WP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWB/8IDT/GYWSZ5WP/FWB8IDTGYWSZ5WP.SMALL.jpg audreyobscura Servos and Steppers and Gears! Oh my! Some of our favorite hobbyist electronics utilize motors to mobilize, making them fun and awesome! Including a motor in your project could be challenging, especially if you have never worked with them before. The following Instructable will explain how motors ...
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Fri, 17 Feb 2012 13:46:08 PST
How to Make a Portable Game System http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Portable-Game-System/
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