http://www.instructables.com Sat, 18 May 2013 13:46:18 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-an-SD-Card-extension/
How to make an SD Card extension - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF7/VXZE/HGH6Y9LH/FF7VXZEHGH6Y9LH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF7/VXZE/HGH6Y9LH/FF7VXZEHGH6Y9LH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF7/VXZE/HGH6Y9LH/FF7VXZEHGH6Y9LH.SMALL.jpg SilverJimny I've been looking for an SD Card extension for a while now. There aren't many available and the ones that are for sale are quite expensive. So I'm going to make my own! I'm an electronics workshop bench engineer by day and one of my specialties is Hand Held Terminals. Most of the devices have slot...
By: SilverJimny

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 18 May 2013 09:57:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/HOMOPOLAR-Motor-That-Can-Be-Made-At-Home/
HOMOPOLAR Motor That Can Be Made At Home - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBY/49VR/HGH6Y9RG/FBY49VRHGH6Y9RG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBY/49VR/HGH6Y9RG/FBY49VRHGH6Y9RG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBY/49VR/HGH6Y9RG/FBY49VRHGH6Y9RG.SMALL.jpg lgs15951 This is an instructable that will show you to make a motor out of things you have lying around the house Materials D-battery Flat magnet Rod of some sort(I used a nail) Copper wire Casing(optional) Flat thin piece of plastic(optional) Switch(optional) Assembly Put the nail on the negative part...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 17 May 2013 14:59:30 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/From-Candy-Boxes-to-Proto-Boxes/
From Candy Boxes to Proto Boxes - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH7/WL7W/HGIEVP7B/FH7WL7WHGIEVP7B.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH7/WL7W/HGIEVP7B/FH7WL7WHGIEVP7B.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH7/WL7W/HGIEVP7B/FH7WL7WHGIEVP7B.SMALL.jpg Josehf Murchison I salvage electronics for parts and projects and I like clear proto boxes to put my projects into, that way I can show off my work. I can never find proto boxes in the store when I want one, let alone clear proto boxes that let me see the internal components until one day I spotted some candy in the...
By: Josehf Murchison

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 15 May 2013 04:41:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Magic-Wand-that-can-turn-Electrical-Appliances-On-/
Magic Wand that can turn Electrical Appliances On and Off - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3P/GHRV/HET1AQHE/F3PGHRVHET1AQHE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3P/GHRV/HET1AQHE/F3PGHRVHET1AQHE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3P/GHRV/HET1AQHE/F3PGHRVHET1AQHE.SMALL.jpg DIYHacksAndHowTos Do you know a kid that likes to pretend that they are a wizard or a fairy princess? How would you like to give them a toy wand that can turn on/off electronic devices like magic? You may even be able to teach them a thing or two about electronics in the process. In this instructable I am going to s...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 May 2013 14:33:38 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Capacitor-Car/
Capacitor Car - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRL/1X4V/HGH6XLBN/FRL1X4VHGH6XLBN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRL/1X4V/HGH6XLBN/FRL1X4VHGH6XLBN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRL/1X4V/HGH6XLBN/FRL1X4VHGH6XLBN.SMALL.gif Team CCJ We followed this method to help figure out the way to build the Solar-powered Capacitor Car. We went through several early ideas until we came up with the idea for a 3D printed car.  The Chassis We printed out the chassis using a 3D printer. The dimensions are as follows for the entire chassis. 5...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 May 2013 11:06:37 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Miniature-Morse-Code-Practice-Keyer/
Make a Miniature Morse Code Practice Keyer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUK/8BFN/HGH71UE4/FUK8BFNHGH71UE4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUK/8BFN/HGH71UE4/FUK8BFNHGH71UE4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUK/8BFN/HGH71UE4/FUK8BFNHGH71UE4.SMALL.jpg JimRD This is an instructable on how to make a small, portable morse code practice keyer that you can put in your pocket, take anywhere and practice learning Morse Code. It is composed of only two components and takes about half an hour or less to make. I have taken a keychain tone generator, used for tu...
By: JimRD

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 May 2013 02:01:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/TV-Remote-Jammer-1/
TV Remote Jammer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOX/SDXI/HGIEVH5E/FOXSDXIHGIEVH5E.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOX/SDXI/HGIEVH5E/FOXSDXIHGIEVH5E.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOX/SDXI/HGIEVH5E/FOXSDXIHGIEVH5E.SMALL.jpg agupta52 As,we all know that the TV remote is the cause of fights among  us and our siblings(specially the younger ones).So, was my case . I decided to prank my family members by making the remote jammer. How Does This Really Work ? The concept is pretty simple and easy.You press a button. When you do that...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 12 May 2013 07:05:09 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/How-To-Make-A-Motion-Activated-OnOff-Light-or-Ele/
How To Make A Motion Activated On/Off Light or Electronic Appliance - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVR/40T7/HGH7193Y/FVR40T7HGH7193Y.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVR/40T7/HGH7193Y/FVR40T7HGH7193Y.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVR/40T7/HGH7193Y/FVR40T7HGH7193Y.SMALL.jpg vsuresh1 In this instructable i'm gonna show you how to make an analog motion activated on/off light or appliance.This can be used to switch any appliance.I made this circuit analog because i've only been a hobbyist for 2 years and i did'nt have my fair knowledge of microcontrollers and programming(not ...
By: vsuresh1

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 12 May 2013 01:49:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Clap-and-let-there-be-light/
Clap and let there be light - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW3/2VUS/HGH71K21/FW32VUSHGH71K21.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW3/2VUS/HGH71K21/FW32VUSHGH71K21.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW3/2VUS/HGH71K21/FW32VUSHGH71K21.SMALL.jpg h2osteam It’s been a while since I last uploaded an article. Now with my university out of the way and a stable job, free time is no longer hard to come by. I am here to present to you a simple and maybe useful project – Clap activated Night light. The idea is really simple. You wake up in middle of the nig...
By: h2osteam

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 11 May 2013 19:03:02 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/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/Robug-Eco/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3D/174T/HGH6XBR1/F3D174THGH6XBR1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3D/174T/HGH6XBR1/F3D174THGH6XBR1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3D/174T/HGH6XBR1/F3D174THGH6XBR1.SMALL.jpg Robugs read to basics of Robugs here. the worst thing when your young is buy a toy then the batteries run out so the eco-bug with its solar panel defeats that problem.   the Eco bug is just like the first Bug apart from the eco bug has a solar panel on the back of it making it eco friendly like a real  ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 9 May 2013 08:42:53 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/2-Layer-Circuit-Boards-Using-Laser-Cutter-Chemic/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYX/SZ67/HFSHW7FZ/FYXSZ67HFSHW7FZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYX/SZ67/HFSHW7FZ/FYXSZ67HFSHW7FZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYX/SZ67/HFSHW7FZ/FYXSZ67HFSHW7FZ.SMALL.jpg nothinglabs I've kind of been obsessed with trying to make circuit boards on my laser cutter since I got it.  Other people had already done this by using spray paint as resist - then laser-etching the paint off non-trace portions of the board.  This process still requires chemical etching - which I've been tryi...
By: nothinglabs

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 7 May 2013 23:10:13 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Voltage-Controlled-Oscillator/
How to Make a Voltage-Controlled Oscillator - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F95/8F35/HFSHV36G/F958F35HFSHV36G.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F95/8F35/HFSHV36G/F958F35HFSHV36G.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F95/8F35/HFSHV36G/F958F35HFSHV36G.SMALL.jpg SelkeyMoonbeam The objective of this Instructable is to show you one method of turning DC values, such as those from a thermometer, pH sensor, or pressure sensor into a frequency which can be used to send information over the microphone band of an audio jack to a smartphone. We assumed an input DC voltage as our ...
By: SelkeyMoonbeam

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 7 May 2013 16:16:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Harvest-Power-from-an-Audio-Jack/
How to Harvest Power from an Audio Jack - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP9/4ZXW/HFSHV2WP/FP94ZXWHFSHV2WP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP9/4ZXW/HFSHV2WP/FP94ZXWHFSHV2WP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP9/4ZXW/HFSHV2WP/FP94ZXWHFSHV2WP.SMALL.jpg SelkeyMoonbeam We are making a circuit which harvests power from an audio jack. The growing prevalence of smartphones, even in developing regions of the world, means that using an audio jack for power could meaningfully impact individuals the world over by providing a small source of DC power. What You Need To...
By: SelkeyMoonbeam

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 7 May 2013 16:05:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Circular-Lifting-Magnet-1/
Circular Lifting Magnet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F08/9O9O/HFSHUZ7I/F089O9OHFSHUZ7I.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F08/9O9O/HFSHUZ7I/F089O9OHFSHUZ7I.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F08/9O9O/HFSHUZ7I/F089O9OHFSHUZ7I.SMALL.jpg suspensionmagne ELECTRO FLUX Circular Lifting Magnet Manufacturers can handle tones of scrap continuously throughout the day. It is used in metalworking plants to hoist and transport steel parts, forgings, casting, plates, booms, channels, angles, rods and bars. They save time and effort because they can lift steel...
By: suspensionmagne

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 7 May 2013 04:22:42 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Change-Your-Writing-On-A-Keyboard/
How To Change Your Writing On A Keyboard - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTC/E74U/HFSH7LFJ/FTCE74UHFSH7LFJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTC/E74U/HFSH7LFJ/FTCE74UHFSH7LFJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTC/E74U/HFSH7LFJ/FTCE74UHFSH7LFJ.SMALL.jpg SJF007 Please favorite or follow me First Step First you go to the keyboard of your iPod touch Second Step Second you hold a letter then it will show different ways of writing it then click on it In The End In the end it will show it differently and that's how you do it
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 May 2013 18:44:00 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Plug-it-In-How-to-Hack-Your-Sifteo-Base-for-Bigge/
Plug it In: How to Hack Your Sifteo Base for Bigger Audio - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWV/D5G0/HFD1DL9U/FWVD5G0HFD1DL9U.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWV/D5G0/HFD1DL9U/FWVD5G0HFD1DL9U.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWV/D5G0/HFD1DL9U/FWVD5G0HFD1DL9U.SMALL.jpg jdub.sifteo Ever imagine what you could do with something that someone else created but put a spin on it? Ever feel that urge to take something apart and hack it and then put it back together? Well, if you answered yes to any of the previous questions, I would like satisfy that urge for all you hackers, tinker...
By: jdub.sifteo

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 May 2013 16:47:59 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Battery-Powered-Breadboard-Charger/
Battery Powered Breadboard Charger - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F13/UPAB/HFWSULO2/F13UPABHFWSULO2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F13/UPAB/HFWSULO2/F13UPABHFWSULO2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F13/UPAB/HFWSULO2/F13UPABHFWSULO2.SMALL.jpg Dajab343 This shows how to make a battery powered USB charger. Gather Materials 1.) Toggleswitch 2.) 9v Battery connector 3.) 9v Battery 4.) 22 uF capicitor 5.)5mm Led with 200 ohm resistor 6.)7805 voltage regulator 7.) 10 nF capacitor 8.)2 33k ohm resistors 9.) 2 22k ohm resistors 10.) type a female USB ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 4 May 2013 18:24:36 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Building-a-Synth-Getting-the-Oscillators-working/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEX/LHU3/HFSHVXV3/FEXLHU3HFSHVXV3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEX/LHU3/HFSHVXV3/FEXLHU3HFSHVXV3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEX/LHU3/HFSHVXV3/FEXLHU3HFSHVXV3.SMALL.jpg jensenr30 Here are some photos of an oscillator design that I have been working on recently. I came up with a simple design for an oscillator using an op amp, a capacitor, and four resistors. The object of this project is to get some good oscillators working to use in a synth. The schematic for the oscillato...
By: jensenr30

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 3 May 2013 15:24:18 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...
By: ke4mcl

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/Robug/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWJ/L3G3/HGG51X1N/FWJL3G3HGG51X1N.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWJ/L3G3/HGG51X1N/FWJL3G3HGG51X1N.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWJ/L3G3/HGG51X1N/FWJL3G3HGG51X1N.SMALL.jpg Robugs This is the first Robug a small electronic model which runs on the 2 1.5v cells with two motors and 2 gearboxes. It self shape with no base as the gearboxes are join together as well as being attached by the battery pack. the third wheel (the back wheel) is a tag along for balance and for support ...
By: Robugs

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 1 May 2013 10:52:57 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Tiny-Encoders-for-DC-Motors/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Y/9VLY/HFWSU3SQ/F7Y9VLYHFWSU3SQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Y/9VLY/HFWSU3SQ/F7Y9VLYHFWSU3SQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Y/9VLY/HFWSU3SQ/F7Y9VLYHFWSU3SQ.SMALL.jpg msaleiro In this instructable I'll show you how to make some really small encoders for your robot's DC motors. The sensors that are used in this instructable are Vishay's TCUT1300 IR Transmissive Sensor with photo-transistor output. Following the sensor's datasheet I designed a small board (10x8mm) that can ...
By: msaleiro

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 30 Apr 2013 18:03:24 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Basics-on-the-Canon-Vixia-HFR-32/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSR/5J7C/HFPTHS32/FSR5J7CHFPTHS32.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSR/5J7C/HFPTHS32/FSR5J7CHFPTHS32.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSR/5J7C/HFPTHS32/FSR5J7CHFPTHS32.SMALL.jpg LizzieB22 Just got a Canon Vixia HFR 32 and I wanted to show people that its easy to use and very comfortable to use. It's easy on your budget and for amateur film makers.
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 29 Apr 2013 09:33:17 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Magic-Eye-Tube-Submitted-by-BayLab-for-the-Instr/
Magic Eye Tube - Submitted by BayLab for the Instructables Sponsorship Program - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBU/740P/HFSHTN7U/FBU740PHFSHTN7U.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBU/740P/HFSHTN7U/FBU740PHFSHTN7U.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBU/740P/HFSHTN7U/FBU740PHFSHTN7U.SMALL.jpg aloishis89 A Magic Eye tube is an old device that was originally used to indicate how well a radio was tuned to a specific station. In this Instructable, you'll learn how to Magic Eye Tubes work, where to get them, the different kinds of tubes, and how to use them in your projects.  How Magic Eye Tubes Wor...
By: aloishis89

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 28 Apr 2013 12:40:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/PCB-prototyping-a-tutorial/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3U/PHB1/HFPTEKRN/F3UPHB1HFPTEKRN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3U/PHB1/HFPTEKRN/F3UPHB1HFPTEKRN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3U/PHB1/HFPTEKRN/F3UPHB1HFPTEKRN.SMALL.jpg Candymanproductions Here's a little PCB prototyping tutorial I've made, Enjoy!
By: Candymanproductions

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 28 Apr 2013 06:21:23 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-large-PCBs-with-a-Sublimation-Machine/
How to make large PCBs with a Sublimation Machine - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA1/KRJW/HFSH4YXH/FA1KRJWHFSH4YXH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA1/KRJW/HFSH4YXH/FA1KRJWHFSH4YXH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA1/KRJW/HFSH4YXH/FA1KRJWHFSH4YXH.SMALL.jpg icecreamterror In this Instructable I'm going to show you how I use a Sublimation Machine to print and etch large PCBs or multiple board. What is a Sublimation Machine!? First, 99% of people will be asking "what is a Sublimation Machine".........and its a good question! A Sublimation Machine is a heat press ...
By: icecreamterror

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 27 Apr 2013 12:10:53 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Short-rage-wireless-music-transmitter/
Short rage wireless music transmitter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKE/5PM6/HFSHF2ZJ/FKE5PM6HFSHF2ZJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKE/5PM6/HFSHF2ZJ/FKE5PM6HFSHF2ZJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKE/5PM6/HFSHF2ZJ/FKE5PM6HFSHF2ZJ.SMALL.jpg samaddon Now , i am with a short range wireless FM transmitter which can powered through USB. It can take audio signals and transmit it over a short . It's maximum rage is around 100- 150 meters.you can easily listen it over a radio . it's very cheap and easy to build. Fetching Parts All you need are some...
By: samaddon

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 27 Apr 2013 03:05:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Smart-Tag-Hardware-Upgrade-LCD-back-light/
Smart Tag Hardware Upgrade: LCD backlight - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F78/A3HB/HFSHF2YZ/F78A3HBHFSHF2YZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F78/A3HB/HFSHF2YZ/F78A3HBHFSHF2YZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F78/A3HB/HFSHF2YZ/F78A3HBHFSHF2YZ.SMALL.jpg yinghau The original Smart TAG (Malaysia) come with a LCD without backlight, it is incontinent to check bard balance under low ambience light condition. I saw my friend BP Tan modified one unit to get the backlight on, he had happily taught me and gave me some LEDs for modification. See simple steps as belo...
By: yinghau

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 27 Apr 2013 02:59:17 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/LED-Die-with-Arduino/
LED Die with Arduino - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNG/P2ZZ/HFSHT5EH/FNGP2ZZHFSHT5EH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNG/P2ZZ/HFSHT5EH/FNGP2ZZHFSHT5EH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNG/P2ZZ/HFSHT5EH/FNGP2ZZHFSHT5EH.SMALL.jpg braulio777 This project is a die that you will do with 7 LEDs, 8 resistors and a small switch.  Once you construct the die, you will connect it to an Arduino hardware to download the program and you can utilize the die by manipulating a small switch. Bill of Materials 1 Breadboard 7 LEDs 7 resistors of 200&...
By: braulio777

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 25 Apr 2013 19:11:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-mod-a-common-sense-rc-servo/
How to mod a common sense rc servo - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVZ/PM6S/HFPTGW5C/FVZPM6SHFPTGW5C.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVZ/PM6S/HFPTGW5C/FVZPM6SHFPTGW5C.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVZ/PM6S/HFPTGW5C/FVZPM6SHFPTGW5C.SMALL.jpg Jaxon0077 In this instructable i will show you how to mod a common sense rc feather servo for continuous rotation. the things you need for this 'able are 1. an X-acto knife 2. a jewelry screwdriver (or just a small screwdriver) 3. wire cutters 4. the servo (of course) setting it up, taking it apart the fir...
By: Jaxon0077

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 24 Apr 2013 20:14:02 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Solder-Your-OpenXC-Retro-Gauge/
How to Solder Your OpenXC Retro Gauge - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0N/AY5P/HFSH750Z/F0NAY5PHFSH750Z.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0N/AY5P/HFSH750Z/F0NAY5PHFSH750Z.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0N/AY5P/HFSH750Z/F0NAY5PHFSH750Z.SMALL.jpg devan224 In this Instructable, we will teach you how to solder your very own OpenXC Retro Gauge. For complete instructions and information about OpenXC and the Retro Gauge, checkout openxcplatform.com and openxcplatform.com/projects/retro-gauge.html For the purposes of this tutorial, we assume that you know...
By: devan224

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 24 Apr 2013 13:39:27 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/USB-Battery-charger/
USB Battery charger - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Y/9KGV/HFPTECGG/F7Y9KGVHFPTECGG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Y/9KGV/HFPTECGG/F7Y9KGVHFPTECGG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Y/9KGV/HFPTECGG/F7Y9KGVHFPTECGG.SMALL.jpg kzheng Please note that it can only charge small devices like a rechargeable speakers it won't charge a phone Gathering Materials You will need 4 rechargeable aa batteries USB socket I got mine from a car adapter Wires Tape do not use soldering iron Something to test the power I have a led powered by 1 ...
By: kzheng

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 23 Apr 2013 17:30:47 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Single-AA-LiFePo4-cell-powered-project-in-a-parti/
LiFePO4 (3.2V) project, within a 3 x AA battery holder! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN7/6S20/HFPTGX06/FN76S20HFPTGX06.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN7/6S20/HFPTGX06/FN76S20HFPTGX06.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN7/6S20/HFPTGX06/FN76S20HFPTGX06.SMALL.jpg manuka Thinking "inside the box" ? Check this novel electronic project case, which is formed from a partially gutted 3 x AA cell switched battery holder !  Circuitry is mounted on a sliced solderless breadboard, while a "Kiwi Board" layout suits a final soldered version.  Power is via a single 3.2 V  LiFeP...
By: manuka

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 23 Apr 2013 03:28:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Atmega8-arduino-compatible-bootloader/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3H/6RJQ/HFSH6ZUF/F3H6RJQHFSH6ZUF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3H/6RJQ/HFSH6ZUF/F3H6RJQHFSH6ZUF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3H/6RJQ/HFSH6ZUF/F3H6RJQHFSH6ZUF.SMALL.jpg costy35 Small example ,how test an ultrasonic module with atmega8 ,Bootloader compatible Bascom and arduino.
By: costy35

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 23 Apr 2013 02:52:42 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-cut-pin-headers/
How to cut pin headers - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM4/HXYW/HFSHE9R8/FM4HXYWHFSHE9R8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM4/HXYW/HFSHE9R8/FM4HXYWHFSHE9R8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM4/HXYW/HFSHE9R8/FM4HXYWHFSHE9R8.SMALL.jpg GirlWritesCode You have a row of break-away pin headers for your electronics project, and you need to cut off a few so that they'll fit in your project's circuit board. I'll show you how to successfully get a nice cut. Sacrifice a header and pull its pin Count off the number of headers you need, then count one ...
By: GirlWritesCode

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 22 Apr 2013 20:40:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Alternative-Hack-for-FM-transmitter/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXE/J796/HFPTGO2M/FXEJ796HFPTGO2M.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXE/J796/HFPTGO2M/FXEJ796HFPTGO2M.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXE/J796/HFPTGO2M/FXEJ796HFPTGO2M.SMALL.jpg phmanzano I also have a FM transmitter that I wanted to hack to improve its range following http://www.instructables.com/id/Hacking-FM-Transmitter/ Another step by step may be not necessary since it's just about soldering 2 wires, so I go with a photo album. This alternative mainly shows a few differences: ...
By: phmanzano

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 22 Apr 2013 03:43:00 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/ATX-Desktop-Computer-Power-Supply-1/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1W/OZ9O/HFD1E91T/F1WOZ9OHFD1E91T.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1W/OZ9O/HFD1E91T/F1WOZ9OHFD1E91T.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1W/OZ9O/HFD1E91T/F1WOZ9OHFD1E91T.SMALL.jpg Kante Tech Heres the final project http://www.instructables.com/id/ATX-Desktop-Computer-Power-Supply/  So I realize that after viewing multiple instructables and creating multiple projects I was using up batteries like crazy. I decided to wire up my own power supply after doing a quick search. My power is cap...
By: Kante Tech

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 20 Apr 2013 21:50:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Wire-wrapping-tools-made-inexpensive-I-made-it-at/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHK/P6LR/HFPTGFMW/FHKP6LRHFPTGFMW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHK/P6LR/HFPTGFMW/FHKP6LRHFPTGFMW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHK/P6LR/HFPTGFMW/FHKP6LRHFPTGFMW.SMALL.jpg John_TS_DTW Goals:     To make wire wrapping tools more affordable for hobbyists.       To demonstrate how easy ideas could be made into reality at TechShop. Background:        What is wire wrapping?  It is a way to make connection without using solder.  Work & Design Description:         I imported The Hex ...
By: John_TS_DTW

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 20 Apr 2013 09:52:40 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Joule-Thief-LED-With-15v-Battery/
Joule Thief LED with dead battery - No toriod - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO9/L8ZP/HFSH4U6F/FO9L8ZPHFSH4U6F.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO9/L8ZP/HFSH4U6F/FO9L8ZPHFSH4U6F.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO9/L8ZP/HFSH4U6F/FO9L8ZPHFSH4U6F.SMALL.jpg whalescwh It is my first instructable. Basically it is about a Joule Thief to light a LED with one 1.5v battery like what others did. I read thought many instructables. Either I need two transistors or one IC that I don't want or I need a Toroid which I don't have. Here is another version. BOM 1. Npn transi...
By: whalescwh

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 20 Apr 2013 09:52:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-19-Police-Radio-Scanner/
How to Make a $19 Police Radio Scanner - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPL/GCTO/HFONDD4C/FPLGCTOHFONDD4C.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPL/GCTO/HFONDD4C/FPLGCTOHFONDD4C.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPL/GCTO/HFONDD4C/FPLGCTOHFONDD4C.SMALL.jpg harrysand In this guide I will explain how to build an inexpensive SDR (software defined radio) that can be used to receive police, fire, taxi, and other digital radio transmissions. I will do my best to explain the steps in detail, and provide further resources to help along the way. For the radio enthusias...
By: harrysand

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 19 Apr 2013 08:53:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/ATX-Desktop-Computer-Power-Supply/
ATX Desktop Computer Power Supply - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1W/OZ9O/HFD1E91T/F1WOZ9OHFD1E91T.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1W/OZ9O/HFD1E91T/F1WOZ9OHFD1E91T.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1W/OZ9O/HFD1E91T/F1WOZ9OHFD1E91T.SMALL.jpg Kante Tech So I realize that after viewing multiple instructables and creating multiple projects I was using up batteries like crazy. I decided to wire up my own power supply after doing a quick search. My power is capable of your standard voltage of 3.3, 5, and 12. This setup and process that it took to creat...
By: Kante Tech

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 16 Apr 2013 21:26:37 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Button-ActivatedAnything/
Button Activated...Anything! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3B/COIM/HFD1KJQB/F3BCOIMHFD1KJQB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3B/COIM/HFD1KJQB/F3BCOIMHFD1KJQB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3B/COIM/HFD1KJQB/F3BCOIMHFD1KJQB.SMALL.jpg haunted.haunt Have you ever wanted a button to trigger something on your computer?  Well, Here is how you can do it. Materials and Tools Here is what you will need to make this simple rig: •PS/2 Or USB Keyboard (wireless may work) depending on what you have or what your computer can support. •Button of your ...
By: haunted.haunt

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 16 Apr 2013 20:16:11 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Car-Digital-Compass-Thermometer/
Car Digital Compass & Thermometer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3J/R3QR/HGIEW5RI/F3JR3QRHGIEW5RI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3J/R3QR/HGIEW5RI/F3JR3QRHGIEW5RI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3J/R3QR/HGIEW5RI/F3JR3QRHGIEW5RI.SMALL.jpg JeonLab I'm not really good at finding places and direction but at least I'm able to read maps and compass. These days, GPS navigation systems are getting more popular, so probably some people would say why I need a  compass. Well, first off, I like gadgets and if I can make one, that will be much better to...
By: JeonLab

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 16 Apr 2013 19:49:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Color-Visualizer/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F59/Q02V/HFD15VRV/F59Q02VHFD15VRV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F59/Q02V/HFD15VRV/F59Q02VHFD15VRV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F59/Q02V/HFD15VRV/F59Q02VHFD15VRV.SMALL.jpg Qtechknow Ever wanted an interactive and simple soldering kit for beginners?  The Color Visualizer has three potentiometers, resistors, a battery pack, and an RGB LED to make a simple soldering kit, and an interactive project all in one!!!  I originally came up with the design, and prototyped it on a breadboa...
By: Qtechknow

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