http://www.instructables.com Tue, 29 May 2012 23:50:04 UTC BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/USB-Flash-Drive-Bracelet/
USB Flash Drive Bracelet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FND/5VLY/H1YOI3YD/FND5VLYH1YOI3YD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FND/5VLY/H1YOI3YD/FND5VLYH1YOI3YD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FND/5VLY/H1YOI3YD/FND5VLYH1YOI3YD.SMALL.jpg BrittLiv In this instructable I'm going to show you, how to make your own USB flash drive bracelet. I've seen quite a few before, but never really liked the designs. My goal was to hide the flash drive entirely in the bracelet. I decided to make one with yarn and after a short search I found this amazing blo...
By: BrittLiv

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 13 May 2012 11:45:52 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Double-ended-USB-flash-drive/
Double-ended USB flash drive - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOC/X6Z2/H0KKG6V7/FOCX6Z2H0KKG6V7.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOC/X6Z2/H0KKG6V7/FOCX6Z2H0KKG6V7.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOC/X6Z2/H0KKG6V7/FOCX6Z2H0KKG6V7.SMALL.jpg fungus amungus I don't want to have one flash drive on hand, I want two. And if I'm going to be carrying two drives around I'd like to keep them together so they don't get lost. Thus the double-ended USB flash drive. It keeps my files together and looks nicer than a couple of drives hot glued together. Why not ju...
By: fungus amungus

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 23 Apr 2012 17:23:53 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Altoids-USB-BatterySolar-charger-for-iPhone-and-i/
Altoids USB Battery/Solar charger for iPhone and iPod - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8T/MQYR/H0QH0IGB/F8TMQYRH0QH0IGB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8T/MQYR/H0QH0IGB/F8TMQYRH0QH0IGB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8T/MQYR/H0QH0IGB/F8TMQYRH0QH0IGB.SMALL.jpg haikuordie I know there are plenty of USB chargers out there for you to build.  But here's one that doesn't use a voltage regulator or an IC chip to power it.  The basic concept is to use 4 - AAA rechargeable batteries (1.2V a piece) to power the USB and a couple of solar cells to charge the batteries.  If you...
By: haikuordie

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 8 Apr 2012 01:50:48 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Make-Your-Own-USB-Car-Charger-For-Any-iPod-/
How To Make Your Own USB Car Charger For Any iPod Or Other Devices That Charge Via USB - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1V/SJ7K/H7LEP27T8ZG/F1VSJ7KH7LEP27T8ZG.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1V/SJ7K/H7LEP27T8ZG/F1VSJ7KH7LEP27T8ZG.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1V/SJ7K/H7LEP27T8ZG/F1VSJ7KH7LEP27T8ZG.SMALL.jpg murph38_99 Create a USB car charger for any iPod or other Device that Charges Via USB by splicing together a car adapter that outputs 5v and USB Female plug. The most important part of this project is to make sure that the output your chosen car adapter is between 4.75v and 5.25v otherwise you risk damaging yo...
By: murph38_99

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 22 Jan 2006 10:46:27 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Add-a-USB-port-to-your-clock-Radio/
Add a USB port to your clock Radio - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC2/O95U/GZHK83KW/FC2O95UGZHK83KW.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC2/O95U/GZHK83KW/FC2O95UGZHK83KW.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC2/O95U/GZHK83KW/FC2O95UGZHK83KW.SMALL.jpg Nerdz Well I got this idea pretty much out of nothing. I sometimes use my phone while on my bed, and the Cord is a tad too short, or rather the plug is too far away. You could argue "Get a longer cord" But wheres the fun in that! So I looked over at my clock and thought "its missing something" A USB port...
By: Nerdz

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 7 Mar 2012 04:29:46 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Swiss-Army-Knife-USB-Flash-Drive/
Swiss Army Knife + USB Flash Drive - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK8/TBMX/GZACJ2M4/FK8TBMXGZACJ2M4.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK8/TBMX/GZACJ2M4/FK8TBMXGZACJ2M4.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK8/TBMX/GZACJ2M4/FK8TBMXGZACJ2M4.SMALL.jpg dr_weidinger It just so happens that the Victorinox Adventurer Swiss Army knife and the Verbatim Tuff n' Tiny USB flash drive fit together perfectly. With some grinding.  Materials: -Victorinox Adventurer Swiss Army knife, or similar  -Verbatim Tuff n' Tiny USB flash drive -angle grinder with metal cutting di...
By: dr_weidinger

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 5 Mar 2012 02:29:49 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/usb-wifi-antenna/
usb wifi antenna - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKU/NZA0/0S8EQZJI5DC/FKUNZA00S8EQZJI5DC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKU/NZA0/0S8EQZJI5DC/FKUNZA00S8EQZJI5DC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKU/NZA0/0S8EQZJI5DC/FKUNZA00S8EQZJI5DC.SMALL.jpg wombat7 this is the 1st. version of my usb wifi antenna. it has been inspired by:http://www.instructables.com/id/EQARE4I72GEPUCHTHU/http://www.usbwifi.orcon.net.nz/ i did not have immediate access to "Chinese parabolic cookware" however i will use one next time. instead,i used an eight inch strainer , witho...
By: wombat7

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 19 Aug 2006 10:31:52 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Bullet-Cartridge-USB-Drive/
Bullet Cartridge USB Drive - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6O/21C7/GYMR1HNZ/F6O21C7GYMR1HNZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6O/21C7/GYMR1HNZ/F6O21C7GYMR1HNZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6O/21C7/GYMR1HNZ/F6O21C7GYMR1HNZ.SMALL.jpg moengineer This is my very FIRST Instructable!  I've enjoyed this site for a few years and decided to contribute. Yesterday I was admiring the USB drives in the Steampunk section and decided to create my own.  With a few hand tools, a couple hours and some creativity I created my own.  This drive doesn't refl...
By: moengineer

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 14 Feb 2012 18:04:03 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Hack-that-holy-USB-cable/
Hack that holy USB cable! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXN/7YI1/GYKQ5IFE/FXN7YI1GYKQ5IFE.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXN/7YI1/GYKQ5IFE/FXN7YI1GYKQ5IFE.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXN/7YI1/GYKQ5IFE/FXN7YI1GYKQ5IFE.SMALL.jpg contrechoc This instructable is showing how to use the power of the USB PORT of the computer or laptop instead of batteries. Lots of gadgets are made for the USB PORT nowadays, lamps, ventilators and small vacuum cleaners. Why don't you try to make something funny yourself, using the USB? This instructable v...
By: contrechoc

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 15 Feb 2012 21:36:48 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Tertial-Webcam/
Tertial Webcam - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGM/ZFUU/GWZMIK1K/FGMZFUUGWZMIK1K.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGM/ZFUU/GWZMIK1K/FGMZFUUGWZMIK1K.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGM/ZFUU/GWZMIK1K/FGMZFUUGWZMIK1K.SMALL.jpg brianandrewparker The Tertial light offered by Ikea is much more that a work lamp.  Its adjustable arm and many points of articulation make in an excellent platform for mounting things.  In this Instructable I'll show you how easy it is to combine the Tertial swing arm with a webcam to make an articulated camera. S...
By: brianandrewparker

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 5 Jan 2012 00:21:55 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Convert-a-NES-Game-Cartridge-into-an-Extern/
How to Convert a NES Game Cartridge into an External Hard Drive - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXZ/RN61/GUR6IF91/FXZRN61GUR6IF91.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXZ/RN61/GUR6IF91/FXZRN61GUR6IF91.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXZ/RN61/GUR6IF91/FXZRN61GUR6IF91.SMALL.jpg ENG421-Group5 Have you ever wanted to turn that old boring looking hard drive into something unique and stylish? This instructable is just the thing you're looking for! This tutorial will show you how to turn an old Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) game into a portable hard drive. Completing this project will...
By: ENG421-Group5

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 11 Nov 2011 03:44:24 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-USB-charger/
Easy USB charger - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY3/T980/GTO4OV46/FY3T980GTO4OV46.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY3/T980/GTO4OV46/FY3T980GTO4OV46.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY3/T980/GTO4OV46/FY3T980GTO4OV46.SMALL.jpg brunoip This is an easy USB charger because you can get the electronic booster board already assembled. Just add the batteries, a couple of capacitors, the usb connector and nothing else. Materials The main component is the PTN04050, it takes the 2.4 volts from the batteries and raise it to 5 volts for t...
By: brunoip

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 12 Oct 2011 19:45:22 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-USB-iPhone-iPod-Charger-On-The-Cheep/
Make a USB iPhone iPod Charger On The Cheap! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZW/ZWNY/GSUSMKOY/FZWZWNYGSUSMKOY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZW/ZWNY/GSUSMKOY/FZWZWNYGSUSMKOY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZW/ZWNY/GSUSMKOY/FZWZWNYGSUSMKOY.SMALL.jpg matt.e.jenkins There are many designs for iPhone chargers out there and many are confusing or use parts that are hard to find.  My design uses parts that are easy to find, is tested works with all iPhones and iPods (as of this posting), and just works.  It is a fun and useful project.  I made one a few years ago ...
By: matt.e.jenkins

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 10 Oct 2011 21:46:29 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Reddit-Controller-USB-UpvoteDownvote-button/
Reddit Controller, USB Upvote/Downvote button - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBR/YJSO/GQOPU6S7/FBRYJSOGQOPU6S7.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBR/YJSO/GQOPU6S7/FBRYJSOGQOPU6S7.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBR/YJSO/GQOPU6S7/FBRYJSOGQOPU6S7.SMALL.jpg TheNewHobbyist Not too long ago I saw the “Awesome Button” video on the Make Magazine podcast. In the video Matt Richardson shows how you can take a Teensy development board and turn it into a simple USB keyboard. In his example everytime a button is pressed a synonym for the word “awesome” is sent to the computer...
By: TheNewHobbyist

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 30 Jul 2011 16:14:22 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/USB-Powered-Instructables-Robot-Night-Lamp/
USB Powered Instructables Robot Night Lamp - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAE/VHV9/GPLJ2IK5/FAEVHV9GPLJ2IK5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAE/VHV9/GPLJ2IK5/FAEVHV9GPLJ2IK5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAE/VHV9/GPLJ2IK5/FAEVHV9GPLJ2IK5.SMALL.jpg vishalapr A couple of days ago I was surfing the internet and found out that we could power any gadget with a power of 5V and 100mA(500mA on some special conditions) by connecting it to a USB port, so I thought that I would make a beginners instructable which will teach anyone how to make this cool night lamp...
By: vishalapr

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 7 Jul 2011 11:15:41 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Steampunk-Iphone-Dock-with-smoking-boiler/
Steampunk Iphone Dock with smoking boiler - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH0/4O6T/GQOCARBC/FH04O6TGQOCARBC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH0/4O6T/GQOCARBC/FH04O6TGQOCARBC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH0/4O6T/GQOCARBC/FH04O6TGQOCARBC.SMALL.jpg MrF_DT_teacher I had been debating creating some kind of dock for my Iphone to sit on for quite some time. This desire coupled with the first week of my summer holidays has led me to create the Steampunk Iphone Dock. Before we get started I just want to point out that this project can be made from anything, old ...
By: MrF_DT_teacher

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 29 Jul 2011 15:55:27 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/USB-dice-keychain/
USB dice keychain - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMV/POUN/GQ5QCF71/FMVPOUNGQ5QCF71.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMV/POUN/GQ5QCF71/FMVPOUNGQ5QCF71.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMV/POUN/GQ5QCF71/FMVPOUNGQ5QCF71.SMALL.jpg pch1 Here is my USB dice keychain. Here are some pictures of the final product! Please rate comment and VOTE ;) How to begin Here are the two original dice and some of the tools I used. I took the old USB stick out of its old cover and marked one die with a sharp knife Milling/Drilling Now I mi...
By: pch1

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 22 Jul 2011 15:58:28 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/USB-massager/
USB massager - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2G/QRSD/GPZABZYU/F2GQRSDGPZABZYU.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2G/QRSD/GPZABZYU/F2GQRSDGPZABZYU.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2G/QRSD/GPZABZYU/F2GQRSDGPZABZYU.SMALL.jpg HHarry Do you recognize these symptoms: backache after long hours of work on your computer, stress, pain in your shoulders, dreaming about vacation, … . Do you long for a massage after long hours of work?  Your desires will be fulfilled with just a little spare time and the right materials. The USB massa...
By: HHarry

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 12 Jul 2011 20:52:52 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Shuriken-USB/
Shuriken USB - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8F/SBIP/GQ4EY8XR/F8FSBIPGQ4EY8XR.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8F/SBIP/GQ4EY8XR/F8FSBIPGQ4EY8XR.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8F/SBIP/GQ4EY8XR/F8FSBIPGQ4EY8XR.SMALL.jpg eyefail I originally saw this idea of a Shuriken USB on the internet and decided to make one of my own. I thought of a simple and quick way to replicate the idea using foam cored poster board. So by following these simple steps you too can make your own and have a cool looking USB. Please vote for this ins...
By: eyefail

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 15 Jul 2011 03:14:34 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Mixtape-Redux/
Mixtape Redux - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR8/KAWY/GPLJ286H/FR8KAWYGPLJ286H.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR8/KAWY/GPLJ286H/FR8KAWYGPLJ286H.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR8/KAWY/GPLJ286H/FR8KAWYGPLJ286H.SMALL.jpg laxap As a teenager, in the gone all-analog era, I spent hours and hours making mixtapes. It went like this: If you like somebody, make and give this person a mixtape. If you want to show your rebellion and test your parents, make yourself some mixtapes and manage to have them played in the car. All the...
By: laxap

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 6 Jul 2011 05:26:24 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/USB-drive-in-a-wallet/
USB drive in a wallet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU7/NILV/GOW48R1L/FU7NILVGOW48R1L.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU7/NILV/GOW48R1L/FU7NILVGOW48R1L.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU7/NILV/GOW48R1L/FU7NILVGOW48R1L.SMALL.jpg activist This is how I always have my USB flash drive with me. I use one of the tiniest models available: KINGMAX Super Stick . Other manufacturers also have similar models. And there are card-readers for micro-SD of similar size. The size and weight are extremely small — perfect for EDC, but the pro...
By: activist

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 18 Jun 2011 15:19:59 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Battery-free-5-volt-project-power/
Battery-free 5 volt project power - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYE/NMYO/FTM72RSP/FYENMYOFTM72RSP.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYE/NMYO/FTM72RSP/FYENMYOFTM72RSP.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYE/NMYO/FTM72RSP/FYENMYOFTM72RSP.SMALL.jpg Griswold Lighting Now you can have a regulated power supply constantly at your fingertips with NO batteries to replace or recharge! This Instructable shows you how to modify a keychain dynamo flashlight into a lean mean supply that can replace batteries for any projects requiring quick 5 volt direct-current (5V DC) ...
By: Griswold Lighting

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 19 Apr 2009 06:39:58 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-build-your-own-USB-Keylogger/
How to build your own USB Keylogger - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOQ/8MBG/GN77VNJ6/FOQ8MBGGN77VNJ6.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOQ/8MBG/GN77VNJ6/FOQ8MBGGN77VNJ6.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOQ/8MBG/GN77VNJ6/FOQ8MBGGN77VNJ6.SMALL.jpg Jamby Cause I've searched a lot for a project like this, and I haven't find anything around the Web, I would share my experience of my personal USB Keylogger. It's not really a pure "USB" Keylogger (cause USB HID protocol is much more difficult than PS/2 protocol), but it adapt an USB Keyboard to PS/2 por...
By: Jamby

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 2 May 2011 20:11:30 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/April-Fools-Toilet-Prank/
April Fools Toilet Prank - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F82/DQHQ/FEAQ3TT1/F82DQHQFEAQ3TT1.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F82/DQHQ/FEAQ3TT1/F82DQHQFEAQ3TT1.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F82/DQHQ/FEAQ3TT1/F82DQHQFEAQ3TT1.SMALL.jpg The magical duct tape kid This April Fools joke is probably my personal favorite. This joke is more for guys. Supplies 1. some clear plastic wrap 2. 1 roll duct tape 3. 1 pair scissors 4. A toilet Preparation A. First, lift both of the toilet seats up as in picture 1. B. Next, you will need to cut five duct tape str...
By: The magical duct tape kid

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 27 Mar 2008 23:40:47 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/MintyBoost!---Small-battery-powered-USB-charger/
MintyBoost! - Small battery-powered USB charger - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXV/N3MO/KHCEP2807KY/FXVN3MOKHCEP2807KY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXV/N3MO/KHCEP2807KY/FXVN3MOKHCEP2807KY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXV/N3MO/KHCEP2807KY/FXVN3MOKHCEP2807KY.SMALL.jpg ladyada This project details a small & simple, but very powerful USB charger for your mp3 player, camera, cell phone, and any other gadget you can plug into a USB port to charge! The charger circuitry and 2 AA batteries fit into an Altoids gum tin, and will run your iPod for hours: 2.5x more than you'd get...
By: ladyada

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 30 May 2006 11:37:09 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/USB-Batman-Spotlight/
USB Batman Spotlight - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F26/G6V5/FJLNK9Z7/F26G6V5FJLNK9Z7.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F26/G6V5/FJLNK9Z7/F26G6V5FJLNK9Z7.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F26/G6V5/FJLNK9Z7/F26G6V5FJLNK9Z7.SMALL.jpg KaptinScarlet You saw Batman Begins, you've now seen The Dark Knight, and now go on admit it, you want one of those mega spotlights with which Commissioner Gordon summons the help of the Caped Crusader. But you don't have a gigawatt three phase power supply, all you have is a measly little 5V USB... don't despair...
By: KaptinScarlet

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 8 Aug 2008 02:31:06 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Your-Own-Teddy-Bear-USB-Flash-Drive-USBear/
Teddy Bear USB Flash Drive (USBear?) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4B/WN5N/GB3B6221/F4BWN5NGB3B6221.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4B/WN5N/GB3B6221/F4BWN5NGB3B6221.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4B/WN5N/GB3B6221/F4BWN5NGB3B6221.SMALL.jpg misteravocado5 Plain old flash drives are boring. Which is why I decided to sacrifice a teddy bear and make a more interesting one. When put together, it looks like your average teddy bear. Pop off the head, stick it in your computer, and you have a really funny data-storing USBear. I first saw this wonderful ide...
By: misteravocado5

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 1 Jul 2010 23:43:56 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Breath-powered-USB-charger/
Breath powered USB charger - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWO/EVT6/F1OABQA8/FWOEVT6F1OABQA8.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWO/EVT6/F1OABQA8/FWOEVT6F1OABQA8.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWO/EVT6/F1OABQA8/FWOEVT6F1OABQA8.SMALL.jpg jmengel Are you breathing? Do you have a gadget that can be charged via a USB port? Well if you answered yes to both, then you are in luck. This instructable shows how to make a device that will charge your USB-capable devices while you do what you do best. Breathe. Using some parts scavenged from an old CD...
By: jmengel

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 15 May 2007 18:01:13 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Spinner-Jog-Wheel-Inside-of-a-VCR-Head/
Spinner / Jog Wheel Inside of a VCR Head - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5K/H5S6/GGPF3YKC/F5KH5S6GGPF3YKC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5K/H5S6/GGPF3YKC/F5KH5S6GGPF3YKC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5K/H5S6/GGPF3YKC/F5KH5S6GGPF3YKC.SMALL.jpg osgeld A number of months ago we were tossing some stuff out at work, included were 2 SONY security tape recorders, so I nabbed one for parts. Inside I found the usual VCR goodies including a ton of good hookup wire, a decent selection of random electronic parts, motors gears and connectors. Before disposi...
By: osgeld

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 25 Nov 2010 08:14:59 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Convert-a-NES-gamepad-to-USB-with-Arduino/
Convert a NES gamepad to USB with Arduino - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCN/7EHA/GAPV8DI7/FCN7EHAGAPV8DI7.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCN/7EHA/GAPV8DI7/FCN7EHAGAPV8DI7.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCN/7EHA/GAPV8DI7/FCN7EHAGAPV8DI7.SMALL.jpg osgeld Hello! In this instructable, I will show you how to hook up a Nintendo Entertainment System control pad to an arduino, the arduino is in turn running a special sketch that allows it to show up to a PC as a USB HID joystick! And if that is not cool enough, I will show you how to shove it all inside...
By: osgeld

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 30 Jun 2010 16:13:18 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/USB-Dead-Drops/
USB Dead Drops - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9H/QQAI/GGC2U541/F9HQQAIGGC2U541.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9H/QQAI/GGC2U541/F9HQQAIGGC2U541.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9H/QQAI/GGC2U541/F9HQQAIGGC2U541.SMALL.jpg frenzy Dead drops is a project by Aram Bartholl that seeks to create "dead drops" which are cloudless offline storage that anyone can access. This instructable goes over how i set up a dead drop right in downtown san francisco, hopefully with these instructions you can do you own, anywhere. Concept ...
By: frenzy

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 11 Nov 2010 22:09:45 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/USB-Powered-Mystic-Light/
USB Powered Mystic Light - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSZ/7RAY/GB3XJ9PN/FSZ7RAYGB3XJ9PN.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSZ/7RAY/GB3XJ9PN/FSZ7RAYGB3XJ9PN.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSZ/7RAY/GB3XJ9PN/FSZ7RAYGB3XJ9PN.SMALL.jpg talk2bruce This instructable will show you how to easily build a USB Powered Mystic Light using readily available and inexpensive parts.  Not only is this easy to make but its fun to experiment with and create interesting variations.  The last step of the instructable will show another great looking variation ...
By: talk2bruce

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 5 Jul 2010 03:33:31 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Charge-USB-devices-with-paper/
Charge USB devices with paper - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM1/8LYM/GB4CYHXX/FM18LYMGB4CYHXX.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM1/8LYM/GB4CYHXX/FM18LYMGB4CYHXX.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM1/8LYM/GB4CYHXX/FM18LYMGB4CYHXX.SMALL.jpg killerjackalope Oh and a 5V source, like any 5V source I used an old phone charger.  The reasoning behind this is the need to charge my mp3 player and only having a spare phone charger for a phone I no longer use, so I reckoned there was a way based on the fact that I managed the exact opposite when my phone died....
By: killerjackalope

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 3 Jul 2010 15:41:34 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Makeshift-Hardware-Keylogger-Using-Shadow-Keylogge/
Easy Software Keylogger Using Shadow Keylogger - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN2/JGKL/GAPV3NGQ/FN2JGKLGAPV3NGQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN2/JGKL/GAPV3NGQ/FN2JGKLGAPV3NGQ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN2/JGKL/GAPV3NGQ/FN2JGKLGAPV3NGQ.SMALL.jpg jf78 If you have been on the internet and not living under a rock the last decade you should know what a keylogger is. It is a small application that runs in the background of a computer invisibly and records all keystrokes made on a computer. Some are as advanced enough to capture screenshots, IM logs, ...
By: jf78

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 29 Jun 2010 21:27:22 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/USB-Sea-Monkeys/
USB Sea Monkeys - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOF/0IS3/GATU1JPB/FOF0IS3GATU1JPB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOF/0IS3/GATU1JPB/FOF0IS3GATU1JPB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOF/0IS3/GATU1JPB/FOF0IS3GATU1JPB.SMALL.jpg Heef Add a living feature to your desk, USB Sea Monkeys! Follow the step-by-step instructable and you to can be the talk of the office. This little project is quick, easy, and cheap. Please ignore the little fish bowl in the background. Fred there is just an innocent by-stander. The elixir of life (wat...
By: Heef

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 26 Jun 2010 20:33:19 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Use-your-USB-flash-drive-as-virtual-RAM/
Use your USB flash drive as virtual RAM - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1V/UKEY/GATU1I8Y/F1VUKEYGATU1I8Y.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1V/UKEY/GATU1I8Y/F1VUKEYGATU1I8Y.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1V/UKEY/GATU1I8Y/F1VUKEYGATU1I8Y.SMALL.jpg MoritzB Today I´m gonna show you how to use a usb thumb drive as a virtual RAM device for your pc. The thumb drive I used is a 2 Gb from Kingston. The size should be less than 4 Gb. When you look at the sreenshots below you have to consider that it is in German. Step 1: Rename your thumb drive  as "RAM DRIV...
By: MoritzB

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 26 Jun 2010 13:55:43 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Google-Maps-Exercise-Bike-Virtual-Bike-Ride/
Google Maps + Exercise Bike = Virtual Bike Ride - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7H/2CJA/GAPV35E4/F7H2CJAGAPV35E4.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7H/2CJA/GAPV35E4/F7H2CJAGAPV35E4.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7H/2CJA/GAPV35E4/F7H2CJAGAPV35E4.SMALL.jpg gigafide Hook up your exercise bike to Google Maps and turn your boring stationary bike into a virtual reality excursion! Parts List To do this project, you're gonna need to gather a few parts: USB keypad that has arrow keys. A wired magnetic window or door alarm. Soldering equipment ...
By: gigafide

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 24 Jun 2010 20:21:06 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Steampunk-USB-Flash-Drive/
Steampunk USB Flash Drive - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOP/UNCM/GARZ1ED1/FOPUNCMGARZ1ED1.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOP/UNCM/GARZ1ED1/FOPUNCMGARZ1ED1.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOP/UNCM/GARZ1ED1/FOPUNCMGARZ1ED1.SMALL.jpg Kaelessin "And as they stared in wonder at the glowing box the small device off to their left began to whirr and behold! a luminescence began to grow and fade rythmically while the box's images flashed and changed." I've been away for a while but I haven't been idle! Here's the first of a few new Instructabl...
By: Kaelessin

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 23 Jun 2010 17:16:52 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Hidden-USB-Storage/
Hidden USB Storage - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPC/1BVJ/FJD5CJ6E/FPC1BVJFJD5CJ6E.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPC/1BVJ/FJD5CJ6E/FPC1BVJFJD5CJ6E.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPC/1BVJ/FJD5CJ6E/FPC1BVJFJD5CJ6E.SMALL.jpg stonehenge360 If you're like me, you may or may not have secret files plotting world domination and other devious deeds. These files obviously need to be hidden from the prying eyes of sisters, FBI agents, grandparents, etc. We are going to convert a phone jack in the wall into a secret USB memory device.Note: ...
By: stonehenge360

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 4 Aug 2008 18:25:53 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-flash-drive-that-copys-users-files-si/
How to make flash drive that copy's users files silently and automatically - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F45/X990/FSFOIOR1/F45X990FSFOIOR1.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F45/X990/FSFOIOR1/F45X990FSFOIOR1.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F45/X990/FSFOIOR1/F45X990FSFOIOR1.SMALL.jpg bigdaddyclint ****** THIS INSTRUCTABLE IS FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY IT IS ILEGAL TO COPY SOMEONES FILES WITHOUT THEIR PERMISSION I AM NOT RESPONSABLE FOR ANY THING THAT MAY OR MAYNOT HAPPEN IF THIS INFORMATION IS USED IMPROPERLY**************** How to build a simple five file usb drive that copy's current use...
By: bigdaddyclint

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 19 Mar 2009 09:28:29 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheap-USB-Simultaneous-Multitrack-Recording/
Cheap USB Simultaneous Multitrack Recording - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXW/EQNU/GAJDA2DH/FXWEQNUGAJDA2DH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXW/EQNU/GAJDA2DH/FXWEQNUGAJDA2DH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXW/EQNU/GAJDA2DH/FXWEQNUGAJDA2DH.SMALL.jpg hoonflap want to record simultaneous tracks without an expensive pa system or beastly sound card?  i did.  i'll show you how with some cheap usb soundcards.  i got tired of having to record one track and then another and then another when i could really do it all in one take, with much better results.  i ha...
By: hoonflap

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 18 Jun 2010 21:07:09 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Computer-control-of-AC-devices/
Computer control of AC devices - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS9/W2AQ/GAK6L420/FS9W2AQGAK6L420.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS9/W2AQ/GAK6L420/FS9W2AQGAK6L420.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS9/W2AQ/GAK6L420/FS9W2AQGAK6L420.SMALL.jpg indestructable If you have ever wanted to control electronic devices from your computer to control or regulate your environment, this instructable will guide you. In this example of computer control, a USB relay device (USBmicro http://www.usbmicro.com - U451) will control two 60 watt light bulbs from a PC program...
By: indestructable

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 18 Jun 2010 02:01:40 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/USB-tester/
USB tester - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQJ/N07E/GK3TOJ26/FQJN07EGK3TOJ26.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQJ/N07E/GK3TOJ26/FQJN07EGK3TOJ26.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQJ/N07E/GK3TOJ26/FQJN07EGK3TOJ26.SMALL.jpg brunoip This simple device allows you to check the correct working of the USB ports of any computer, using a green led and message from your operative system. It will allow you to test the proper assembly of any port without risking any expensive device. If you normally work fixing computers this is a must...
By: brunoip

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 16 Jun 2010 03:10:38 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/5-Mini-USB-Fridge!/
$5 Mini USB Fridge! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG6/1UQH/F9AZJTBH/FG61UQHF9AZJTBH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG6/1UQH/F9AZJTBH/FG61UQHF9AZJTBH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG6/1UQH/F9AZJTBH/FG61UQHF9AZJTBH.SMALL.jpg babblin5 Now that we're seeing those 12 volt camper coolers turning up at garage sales and thrift stores (I found one for $2.50), here's a neat little idea for turning it into a customizable mini-fridge powered by a USB port! Taking out the Peltier/Heatsink Unit You'll basically just need a phillips head ...
By: babblin5

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 28 Nov 2007 16:55:19 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Playing-card-USB-Case-1/
Playing card USB Case - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FML/HC2C/GA1BCVC6/FMLHC2CGA1BCVC6.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FML/HC2C/GA1BCVC6/FMLHC2CGA1BCVC6.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FML/HC2C/GA1BCVC6/FMLHC2CGA1BCVC6.SMALL.jpg cory1156 This case is snug fitting and will fashionably protect your flash drive or other usb device. Step 1 - Materials 1 - USB Device 1 - Pen/marker 1 - Pair of Scissors 1 - Ruler or straightedge 1 - Bottle of krazy/nail glue (You could use tape or regular glue as well) Approx 20 - Playing cards (Not ...
By: cory1156

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 4 Jun 2010 19:21:28 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/40-USB-super-telescope-easy-to-make-sees-crater/
40$ USB super telescope, easy to make, sees craters on the moon - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZL/Z3UG/FCEIJ5GG/FZLZ3UGFCEIJ5GG.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZL/Z3UG/FCEIJ5GG/FZLZ3UGFCEIJ5GG.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZL/Z3UG/FCEIJ5GG/FZLZ3UGFCEIJ5GG.SMALL.jpg hanzablast Turn an old telelens and a webcam into a powerfull telescope that is capable of seeing craters on the moon. Next to the webcam and tele lens all you need are some standard pvc plumbing materials (pipes, diameter adapters and endcaps) Needed materials Here's what you need: 1. A webcam (I used a q...
By: hanzablast

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 11 Feb 2008 18:22:55 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-install-a-cool-looking-power-panel-in-your-/
How to install a cool looking power panel in your vehicle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBD/QECQ/GA0O3NWR/FBDQECQGA0O3NWR.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBD/QECQ/GA0O3NWR/FBDQECQGA0O3NWR.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBD/QECQ/GA0O3NWR/FBDQECQGA0O3NWR.SMALL.jpg dave spencer I wanted to share how I built a power panel in my truck consisting of: 2 x 12 volt plugs, 1 x 5 volt usb plug and 2 x 120 volt ac plugs. Check out my other instructables here If you like this instructable, do me a favor and shoot me a digg This is a video podcast I made of the build as well ...
By: dave spencer

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 4 Jun 2010 17:10:43 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/USB-power-plug-in-2010-Prius-III/
Add a USB Power Outlet in Your Car - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDP/BS45/G0AMFK3L/FDPBS45G0AMFK3L.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDP/BS45/G0AMFK3L/FDPBS45G0AMFK3L.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDP/BS45/G0AMFK3L/FDPBS45G0AMFK3L.SMALL.jpg rosenberger31 Given the bulky nature of 12volt adapters for vehicles, I decided to integrate a USB power outlet in my 2010 Prius III. Although this mod is specific to my car, it can be applied to many cars, trucks, RV's, boats, ect. Finding a location for the USB power plug In the 2010 Prius III there is an un...
By: rosenberger31

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 5 Oct 2009 01:55:35 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Enter-the-USB-Contest/
How To Enter the USB Contest - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSC/DO7U/G9NH9C6I/FSCDO7UG9NH9C6I.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSC/DO7U/G9NH9C6I/FSCDO7UG9NH9C6I.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSC/DO7U/G9NH9C6I/FSCDO7UG9NH9C6I.SMALL.gif Contest Robot Consider the USB port! It transfers vital information, powers up your peripherals, and generally keeps you connected. Your USB ports do so much for you, it's time to give them the attention they deserve; that's why we're having a USB Contest! The rule is simple: publish a new Instructable that invo...
By: Contest Robot

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 2 Jun 2010 17:49:12 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/A-USB-Power-Controled-Plug-Strip-With-Isolation/
A USB Power Controled Plug Strip. With Isolation. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7W/IBXC/FJKGWVLG/F7WIBXCFJKGWVLG.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7W/IBXC/FJKGWVLG/F7WIBXCFJKGWVLG.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7W/IBXC/FJKGWVLG/F7WIBXCFJKGWVLG.SMALL.jpg toymotorhead The whole point of this Instructable was to allow me to power on all the accessories for my computer without thinking about it. And then not power all the little power vampire wall warts when I am not using the computer. The idea is simple, you power on your CPU, all of the other parts of the syste...
By: toymotorhead

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