http://www.instructables.com Thu, 23 May 2013 13:28:49 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-200-Robotic-Hand-Arduino-Project/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCF/MCRE/HGH71I1C/FCFMCREHGH71I1C.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCF/MCRE/HGH71I1C/FCFMCREHGH71I1C.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCF/MCRE/HGH71I1C/FCFMCREHGH71I1C.SMALL.jpg aaronthomen I designed and built this robotic hand and the controller for less than $200.  The fingers and thumb are controlled by servo motors.  The first video shows the hand in action.  The second video shows how to make the hand.  I will have a tutorial on how to make the controller soon... Visit my website...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 11 May 2013 09:39:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-build-a-laser-general-guide/
How to build a laser (general guide) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUC/3TXB/GMIGB7JZ/FUC3TXBGMIGB7JZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUC/3TXB/GMIGB7JZ/FUC3TXBGMIGB7JZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUC/3TXB/GMIGB7JZ/FUC3TXBGMIGB7JZ.SMALL.jpg 3zuli What do I need to build a laser? Basically, you need: laser diode (LD) collimation optics current regulator (aka driver) power supply heatsink something to house all the electronics (project box is ok for a first build) then  you can add other optional things: safety switch LED for power indi...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 14 Apr 2011 10:16:53 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Plant-Host-Drone/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK5/QG7B/H7996PDH/FK5QG7BH7996PDH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK5/QG7B/H7996PDH/FK5QG7BH7996PDH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK5/QG7B/H7996PDH/FK5QG7BH7996PDH.SMALL.jpg Stephenverstraete Easy and cheap to make P.H.D. (Plant host drone) With this you’ll never have to worry that your plant stands in the shades, always the best light for your favourite houseplant! When you put the Robot in direct sunlight it will not run and he will just sit there and enjoy the sun, but when the day g...
By: Stephenverstraete

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 19 Sep 2012 04:03:36 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/1-Camera-Image-Stabilizer/
$1 Camera Image Stabilizer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKT/DI2I/FF4B5REC/FKTDI2IFF4B5REC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKT/DI2I/FF4B5REC/FKTDI2IFF4B5REC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKT/DI2I/FF4B5REC/FKTDI2IFF4B5REC.SMALL.jpg shoemaker Add image stabilization to any camera. Works with video and still cameras and costs less than $1.I have demonstrated the building process and use of the stabilizer in this video. Here's a cool little gadget that you can use to seriously reduce camera shake. With this stabilizer, I find that I can...
By: shoemaker

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 16 Apr 2008 21:46:09 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Make-A-Cheap-USB-Powered-Fan/
How To Make A Cheap USB Powered Fan - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/F3Q/SQ9Q/YMJEP282FVK/F3QSQ9QYMJEP282FVK.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F3Q/SQ9Q/YMJEP282FVK/F3QSQ9QYMJEP282FVK.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F3Q/SQ9Q/YMJEP282FVK/F3QSQ9QYMJEP282FVK.SMALL.jpg Murf How to make a cheap fan from parts bought at the dollar store. This fan can be made for about $2 (plus tax), unless you can buy a double ended USB wire, then you can make 2 USB fans for $3 (plus tax). That definately beats the $15 or $20 stores tend to charge for these types of devices. This is my ...
By: Murf

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 16 Jun 2006 11:53:27 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheap-working-homemade-arduino-joystick/
Cheap working homemade arduino joystick - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0M/QWWT/HF24095R/F0MQWWTHF24095R.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0M/QWWT/HF24095R/F0MQWWTHF24095R.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0M/QWWT/HF24095R/F0MQWWTHF24095R.SMALL.jpg Bartuss Hello everyone! Today I present you : Arduino Joystick! One day I was checking the inside of old joystick. System wasn't that hard to understand, so I thought of making my of system. The whole build is made only by me. I didn't check the internet pages about joysticks etc. What is it? It's a sim...
By: Bartuss

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 6 Apr 2013 02:21:42 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Add-Ethernet-to-any-Arduino-project-for-less-than-/
Add Ethernet to any Arduino project for less than 10$ - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2W/G45H/HF243APW/F2WG45HHF243APW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2W/G45H/HF243APW/F2WG45HHF243APW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2W/G45H/HF243APW/F2WG45HHF243APW.SMALL.jpg hansc44 So you have a neat Arduino project going on. Wouldn't it be nice to add Internet connectivity and do it on the cheap as well? This Instructable will show you how to add Internet connectivity in the form of an Ethernet interface for a few dollars and in less than half an  hour. More info at: http://h...
By: hansc44

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 4 Apr 2013 06:40:04 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Free-Mako-Energy/
Free Energy - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYP/4VOS/F9N2A4MV/FYP4VOSF9N2A4MV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYP/4VOS/F9N2A4MV/FYP4VOSF9N2A4MV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYP/4VOS/F9N2A4MV/FYP4VOSF9N2A4MV.SMALL.gif guyfrom7up In this instructable I will teach you how to suck energy from this planet called earth, even I don't know exactly how it works, but it works, can't argue with results! Sorry, no video will be added, where I live it's been snowing and it's producing terrible results. Right before it started snowing...
By: guyfrom7up

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 3 Dec 2007 18:46:28 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Sonic-Screwdriver-TV-B-Gone-Conversion/
Sonic Screwdriver TV-B-Gone Conversion - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F46/WW5A/HE7D30XH/F46WW5AHE7D30XH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F46/WW5A/HE7D30XH/F46WW5AHE7D30XH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F46/WW5A/HE7D30XH/F46WW5AHE7D30XH.SMALL.jpg furrysalamander So last month, I found out my friend's birthday was coming up, and I decided I had to get them something amazing.  She's a really big Doctor Who fan, and I had just finished watching all of the episodes currently on Netflix.  I was browsing around online looking for Doctor Who related presents, and ...
By: furrysalamander

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 14 Mar 2013 20:36:41 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Photo-Light-Studio-for-small-reflective-objects-su/
Photo Light Studio for small reflective objects such as Jewelry :) Cheap, Portable, Recycled Materials, and best of all, it REALLY works!!! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKM/WMDC/HDYZ64SL/FKMWMDCHDYZ64SL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKM/WMDC/HDYZ64SL/FKMWMDCHDYZ64SL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKM/WMDC/HDYZ64SL/FKMWMDCHDYZ64SL.SMALL.jpg picturesofsilver Five years after learning how to make fine silver and bronze jewelry, opening my own etsy shop, purchasing a Paragon jewelry kiln, all the tools, an OTT light, and  a Canon Rebel, I was finally getting ready to invest in a light box to properly photograph the reflective little beauties. I googled 'm...
By: picturesofsilver

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 6 Mar 2013 18:53:38 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Battery-Holder/
Easy Battery Holder - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9B/CVF8/HDOWA5IU/F9BCVF8HDOWA5IU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9B/CVF8/HDOWA5IU/F9BCVF8HDOWA5IU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9B/CVF8/HDOWA5IU/F9BCVF8HDOWA5IU.SMALL.jpg sjroth This is an idea I came up with while I was making my previous Instructable. As I mentioned in there, my first version of the project did not work out very well at all, partially because I didn't have a proper battery holder. This simple, effortless idea would have helped me a lot.  Supplies All ...
By: sjroth

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 2 Mar 2013 02:03:43 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Create-a-hardware-store-jet-engine/
Create a hardware store jet engine! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUQ/0ZXT/FHXUOMG5/FUQ0ZXTFHXUOMG5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUQ/0ZXT/FHXUOMG5/FUQ0ZXTFHXUOMG5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUQ/0ZXT/FHXUOMG5/FUQ0ZXTFHXUOMG5.SMALL.jpg pulsed Jet engines are fun.What could be better than fire,noise,and power?Unfortunatley jet engines of any type arent easy to make unless you have welding experience or acess to a machine shop. supplies you need. for the small jet y ou will need...a 1/8 by 1 1/2 brass nipple,A 1/8 by 3 brass nipple,A 1/...
By: pulsed

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 29 Jun 2008 10:31:24 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Custom-Clock-with-Photo-Hands/
Custom Clock with Photo Hands - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSK/RE8L/G2WM1B0E/FSKRE8LG2WM1B0E.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSK/RE8L/G2WM1B0E/FSKRE8LG2WM1B0E.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSK/RE8L/G2WM1B0E/FSKRE8LG2WM1B0E.SMALL.jpg edmondslibrarian Some people are clock watchers. Now everyone can be the clock.Other projects customize the face of the clock. This one customizes the hands of the clock.It looks expensive, but is less than $5 dollars, and about 30 minutes per clock. Perfect for Christmas Gifts, birthday gifts, end of school year gi...
By: edmondslibrarian

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 9 Dec 2009 00:41:36 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/20-Portable-Lightbox-for-Photography/
~$20 Portable Lightbox for Photography - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTD/D3CV/HCRVRD4F/FTDD3CVHCRVRD4F.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTD/D3CV/HCRVRD4F/FTDD3CVHCRVRD4F.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTD/D3CV/HCRVRD4F/FTDD3CVHCRVRD4F.SMALL.jpg The Insomniac Hi there! This project came about from my hobby of collecting and trading vintage film cameras online. I needed a more professional-looking method of taking photos for my ads. I saw a couple of different 'ibles here doing roughly the same thing, but I had a particular requirement: I wanted mine to p...
By: The Insomniac

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 5 Feb 2013 19:44:32 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Arduino-Oscilloscope-poor-mans-Oscilloscope/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHK/X0Z9/HET1AI5C/FHKX0Z9HET1AI5C.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHK/X0Z9/HET1AI5C/FHKX0Z9HET1AI5C.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHK/X0Z9/HET1AI5C/FHKX0Z9HET1AI5C.SMALL.jpg RuiSantos Hi guys, a few days ago i found this code in github and it's the best i found so far, so i've decided to spread this project as much as I can, for anyone who want a cheap oscilloscope around this is the best way!  Let's start... First, download processing. It's free Click here to download. You don'...
By: RuiSantos

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 2 Feb 2013 07:51:33 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/CHEAP-ARDUINO-CNC/
CHEAP ARDUINO CNC - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRD/ZIFT/HD4VM5Q5/FRDZIFTHD4VM5Q5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRD/ZIFT/HD4VM5Q5/FRDZIFTHD4VM5Q5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRD/ZIFT/HD4VM5Q5/FRDZIFTHD4VM5Q5.SMALL.jpg siemenwauters this is my first instructable. i show you updates on my cnc machine which will cost about 200 euro's for still decent quality. don't hate if you dont like this instructable, I'm just an 18 years old student from belguim sharing his ideas and creations whith other people. becous i think working toget...
By: siemenwauters

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 2 Feb 2013 05:13:08 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/convert-a-tire-inflator-type-air-compressor-into-a/
convert a tire inflator-type air compressor into a vacuum pump - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FCN/AHBQ/F23Z39Q5/FCNAHBQF23Z39Q5.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FCN/AHBQ/F23Z39Q5/FCNAHBQF23Z39Q5.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FCN/AHBQ/F23Z39Q5/FCNAHBQF23Z39Q5.SMALL.jpg drcrash A vacuum pump is just an air pump, like a compressor, where you use the input side for suction, rather than using the output side for blowing.Many air compressors make good vacuum pumps if you can find the air intake, enclose it, and attach an appropriate hose or fitting.In this instructable, I'll ...
By: drcrash

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 31 May 2007 10:02:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/PVC-FIG-RIG/
PVC FIG RIG - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/F9X/GGSF/YHJET9K4XF3/F9XGGSFYHJET9K4XF3.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F9X/GGSF/YHJET9K4XF3/F9XGGSFYHJET9K4XF3.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F9X/GGSF/YHJET9K4XF3/F9XGGSFYHJET9K4XF3.SMALL.jpg Twist This is a Fig Rig Steadicam made from PVC pipe. This parts, which can be picked up at Home Depot, cost about $10. Assembly took 30 minutes. PARTS LIST Here is what you need to build the Fig Rig -- 3/4" PVC PIPE - Cut to : 6" Length (6x) 3" Length (2x) 2.5" Length (4x) 1.5" Length (4x) 45 De...
By: Twist

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 16 Oct 2006 14:55:35 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Amazing--Graceful-Egg-Drop-Contraption/
Amazing & Graceful Egg Drop Contraption - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJD/9FS2/FGMZ67BC/FJD9FS2FGMZ67BC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJD/9FS2/FGMZ67BC/FJD9FS2FGMZ67BC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJD/9FS2/FGMZ67BC/FJD9FS2FGMZ67BC.SMALL.jpg wkl Recently my AP Physics class was assigned the egg drop project. After experimenting with a few designs I found one that works very well and looks good too. Although some of the restrictions for the classic egg drop project vary, some of the same prinicples found in this design might be applied to ...
By: wkl

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 25 May 2008 01:58:09 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Photograph-Food-without-a-Fancy-Camera/
How To Photograph Food without a Fancy Camera - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU5/20DB/HBHGLRNM/FU520DBHBHGLRNM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU5/20DB/HBHGLRNM/FU520DBHBHGLRNM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU5/20DB/HBHGLRNM/FU520DBHBHGLRNM.SMALL.jpg bcahalan As a contributing writer for a top food blog, it's no surprise I have to take quality photos of my food to go along with my blog entries. My friends often ask me what kind of camera I have when I post my food photos. You must use an expensive DSLR, right? No, not at all. In fact, I use a simple poin...
By: bcahalan

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 6 Jan 2013 15:50:46 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Photography-Studio-On-the-Cheap/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F25/HX0G/GMG2IOG6/F25HX0GGMG2IOG6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F25/HX0G/GMG2IOG6/F25HX0GGMG2IOG6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F25/HX0G/GMG2IOG6/F25HX0GGMG2IOG6.SMALL.jpg jdogsbart Here is my home made photography studio! For lighting (which is usually most expensive): Two work clamp lamps ( A funky old lamp with bendable fixtures a tilted flourescent hanging lamp (tilted with a chain bolted to the ceiling. For the Backdrop:  Large white muslin cloth (From local craft store...
By: jdogsbart

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 14 Apr 2011 13:29:00 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Fix-the-Nvlddmkm-Error/
Fixing the Nvlddmkm Error (Display driver has stopped responding) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI9/H1NO/G4UH8TH8/FI9H1NOG4UH8TH8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI9/H1NO/G4UH8TH8/FI9H1NOG4UH8TH8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI9/H1NO/G4UH8TH8/FI9H1NOG4UH8TH8.SMALL.jpg Sir Colton This instructable will show you known ways of fixing the dreaded "display driver nvlddmkm stopped responding and has successfully recovered" error. It's been found on operating systems XP, Vista, and Windows 7. I've searched hours and tried many solutions, finally #1 worked for me. Please note that...
By: Sir Colton

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 8 Jan 2010 23:20:54 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Dirt-Cheap-Canon-DSLR-remote/
Dirt Cheap Canon DSLR remote - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEU/BKD3/HAWSH5SC/FEUBKD3HAWSH5SC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEU/BKD3/HAWSH5SC/FEUBKD3HAWSH5SC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEU/BKD3/HAWSH5SC/FEUBKD3HAWSH5SC.SMALL.jpg nk dtk So essentially this instructable covers how to make a DSLR wired remote from a soda can tab and a 2.5mm male to male cable. This remote is just a very simple switch made from recycled trash and common items i already owned. I first made this switch as an emergency when i broke my actual remote, and ...
By: nk dtk

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 22 Dec 2012 07:55:51 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-flash-any-Verizon-phone-to-PagePlus/
How to flash any Verizon phone to PagePlus - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSP/PUBA/GRFN1MS6/FSPPUBAGRFN1MS6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSP/PUBA/GRFN1MS6/FSPPUBAGRFN1MS6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSP/PUBA/GRFN1MS6/FSPPUBAGRFN1MS6.SMALL.jpg crazydog75 In this instructable I'm going to teach you how to flash any Verizon phone to PagePlus quickly and easily. This doesn't require editing files, connecting your phone to your computer or looking up strange numbers, and can be done by nearly anyone. What you need You'll need the following items: -...
By: crazydog75

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 19 Aug 2011 00:43:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/USB-HDMI-Video-Card-Cheap-and-Easy-Multiple-Mo/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7P/OIJF/HA4MMACS/F7POIJFHA4MMACS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7P/OIJF/HA4MMACS/F7POIJFHA4MMACS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7P/OIJF/HA4MMACS/F7POIJFHA4MMACS.SMALL.jpg stangtime Two monitors is pretty easy.  But stepping up to three monitors is a little more involved.  I wanted to get a third monitor set up for work and my projects but was having a lot of difficulty.  I tried a couple video cards and was still having issues.  The next step was to get a more expensive card a...
By: stangtime

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 1 Dec 2012 07:52:27 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Haptic-Proximity-Module-HPM-for-Low-Vision-users/
Haptic Proximity Module (HPM) for Low Vision users - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTA/YTDS/H8CVGGRK/FTAYTDSH8CVGGRK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTA/YTDS/H8CVGGRK/FTAYTDSH8CVGGRK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTA/YTDS/H8CVGGRK/FTAYTDSH8CVGGRK.SMALL.jpg ishamsul The Haptic Proximity Module (HPM) seeks to enable people with low vision, or other vision impairments, to engage with their direct surroundings through vibration feedback from a range detector, and do so cheaply with readily available components. The aim of this instructables is to share the parts ...
By: ishamsul

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 25 Oct 2012 11:14:33 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Wake-up-light-no-arduino/
Wake-up light (no arduino) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJK/HOZ2/H82U13TE/FJKHOZ2H82U13TE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJK/HOZ2/H82U13TE/FJKHOZ2H82U13TE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJK/HOZ2/H82U13TE/FJKHOZ2H82U13TE.SMALL.jpg Giedow Hello instructables people, Every morning when my alarm rings I have trouble getting out of bed. (so I am always late) To help me wake up I wanted to buy a wake-up light, it's supposed to help you wake up by giving the impression of a sunrise by getting brighter every minute after the alarm goes. Un...
By: Giedow

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 13 Oct 2012 14:10:23 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/2-sun-tracker-circuit/
$2 sun tracker circuit - healthy discussion! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F25/FKN2/H2WEYL88/F25FKN2H2WEYL88.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F25/FKN2/H2WEYL88/F25FKN2H2WEYL88.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F25/FKN2/H2WEYL88/F25FKN2H2WEYL88.SMALL.jpg gtoal My apologies to any of the 1400 or so people who've read this Instructable in the day since it was published; I described an idea I was sure would work, and I was so excited to get it out there where people could try it, that I didn't wait until I could get the parts I needed to fully test it myself...
By: gtoal

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 14 Jun 2012 20:15:04 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-solar-eclipse-viewer/
How to make a solar eclipse viewer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7J/G3KQ/H2G60719/F7JG3KQH2G60719.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7J/G3KQ/H2G60719/F7JG3KQH2G60719.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7J/G3KQ/H2G60719/F7JG3KQH2G60719.SMALL.jpg pyrateroberts This instructable while not the most asthetic ever made is purely functional.  It will help you see a solar eclipse with your eyes and in my opinion is better than a pinhole camera or monocular setup.  Supplies Any boxes can be cut to fit I used mostly a "wheat snack box" from a popular Dollar s...
By: pyrateroberts

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 21 May 2012 16:06:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Coreflute-RC-Biplane/
Coreflute R/C Biplane - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSE/N947/H1ZG6S2I/FSEN947H1ZG6S2I.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSE/N947/H1ZG6S2I/FSEN947H1ZG6S2I.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSE/N947/H1ZG6S2I/FSEN947H1ZG6S2I.SMALL.jpg robbo5121 Im a tinkerer and a thinkerer and i cant ever stop working with my hands! So i've been amazed by R/C since i was little and could never sum up the courage to tinker with aircraft.......So one day I bit the bullet and bought a trainer and havn't looked back!!  I absolutley love R/C aircraft and my ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 11 May 2012 04:30:46 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-cheap-disposable-camera-capacitor-bank/
Make a cheap disposable camera capacitor bank - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPZ/2M76/H1JUJEYA/FPZ2M76H1JUJEYA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPZ/2M76/H1JUJEYA/FPZ2M76H1JUJEYA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPZ/2M76/H1JUJEYA/FPZ2M76H1JUJEYA.SMALL.jpg Alex1M6 This instructable will show you have to make a simple capacitor bank and charger out of old disposable cameras that you can get for free at your local store. You can then use it for powering things such as coil guns or just blowing things up! See the second picture above? that was the spark created...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 5 May 2012 08:20:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheap-and-Easy-Arduino-Wi-Fi-Hack/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTY/JYE3/H1ERNDJW/FTYJYE3H1ERNDJW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTY/JYE3/H1ERNDJW/FTYJYE3H1ERNDJW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTY/JYE3/H1ERNDJW/FTYJYE3H1ERNDJW.SMALL.jpg ddoss I was sitting around and messing with my Arduino UNO and an ENC28J60 Ethernet module, and thought to myself it would be cool to have a Wi-Fi shield, when I realized I did not have to buy a shield as I had the components and all I had to do was hook them up together ( pure intense light bulb moment!!...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 27 Apr 2012 09:38:44 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/New-way-of-making-a-ferrofluid.-Cost-only-1.00%24!/
New way of making a ferrofluid. Costs less than 3$!!! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FCR/F2Z7/5AVES9J5Q0A/FCRF2Z75AVES9J5Q0A.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FCR/F2Z7/5AVES9J5Q0A/FCRF2Z75AVES9J5Q0A.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FCR/F2Z7/5AVES9J5Q0A/FCRF2Z75AVES9J5Q0A.SMALL.jpg Zujus Ferrofluid - a substance that's liquid under normal conditions, but turns solid in the presence of a magnetic field. I found new way of making home made ferrofluid and I want to share it with you guys. The advantage of my project is cost. It's way cheaper than all other methods online and it is in...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 29 Sep 2006 11:58:50 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-poster-sized-high-quality-tiled-im/
How to make a poster sized (high quality) tiled image for under $5! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA4/HN6F/GWXCYGMA/FA4HN6FGWXCYGMA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA4/HN6F/GWXCYGMA/FA4HN6FGWXCYGMA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA4/HN6F/GWXCYGMA/FA4HN6FGWXCYGMA.SMALL.jpg michaelbain Have you ever wanted to get a poster of your favorite photo printed? I have. But I'm broke. Then I realized that you can make a very good looking poster sized image using a bunch of 4 x 6 photos.   Materials -16  4 x 6 photos (from cvs, walgreens, etc...) - Foam poster board (I used 22 x 28) -Com...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 2 Jan 2012 18:04:12 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Simple-Tesla-Coil/
The Simple Tesla Coil - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWA/4PVA/GUKZRGX7/FWA4PVAGUKZRGX7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWA/4PVA/GUKZRGX7/FWA4PVAGUKZRGX7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWA/4PVA/GUKZRGX7/FWA4PVAGUKZRGX7.SMALL.jpg MistaStokes This is a guide on how to build a medium sized Tesla coil. I built this one from parts I had laying around, all I had to buy was magnet wire, in all I spent less than $30! For those building their first coil, I would not suggest using this a standalone source of instructions. This is my first coil,...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 4 Nov 2011 14:28:12 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/FULLY-FUNCTIONAL-Camera-Costume/
FULLY FUNCTIONAL Camera Costume - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FII/N09A/GUI4WZJ1/FIIN09AGUI4WZJ1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FII/N09A/GUI4WZJ1/FIIN09AGUI4WZJ1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FII/N09A/GUI4WZJ1/FIIN09AGUI4WZJ1.SMALL.jpg tylercard For Halloween 2011, I made a fully functional DSLR camera costume. That's right, it really takes pictures, and comes complete with LCD display, pop-up flash, and shutter release button. I built this entire costume in one week, for only $35 dollars (excluding the cost of the camera equipment and lapt...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 31 Oct 2011 15:41:10 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Solar-powered-Vehicle/
Solar powered Reverse Trike - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEA/6Y8K/GQYGKK1L/FEA6Y8KGQYGKK1L.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEA/6Y8K/GQYGKK1L/FEA6Y8KGQYGKK1L.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEA/6Y8K/GQYGKK1L/FEA6Y8KGQYGKK1L.SMALL.jpg farrukh khan SOLAR POWERED REVERSE TRIKE Designed and built in just 18 days at the University of Engineering and Technology Lahore in Pakistan,  7 x 3.5 x 4.5 ft (2.13 x 1.06 x 1.37 meter), 132 pound (60 kg) low-rider features a custom built, t-shaped aluminum framework at the front of the vehicle, and the ba...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 16 Jul 2011 09:59:47 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Dual-tripod-with-ball-head/
Dual tripod with ball-head - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2S/FCCJ/GS3BC0G3/F2SFCCJGS3BC0G3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2S/FCCJ/GS3BC0G3/F2SFCCJGS3BC0G3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2S/FCCJ/GS3BC0G3/F2SFCCJGS3BC0G3.SMALL.jpg HHarry There are a lot of tripods out there that don't cost much. However a handy person will make his own and tweak it for its own needs. In my case I wanted a tripod that would  give me the flexibility of taking (steady) pictures standing straight or just above the ground, and with the freedom of pos...
By: HHarry

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 4 Sep 2011 05:07:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-do-a-Pin-Up-Style-Photo-shoot-at-Home/
How to do a Pin Up Style Photo-shoot at Home - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM5/LCZT/GRN96ROE/FM5LCZTGRN96ROE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM5/LCZT/GRN96ROE/FM5LCZTGRN96ROE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM5/LCZT/GRN96ROE/FM5LCZTGRN96ROE.SMALL.jpg CreativeCate Hey everyone! I’ve been getting a lot of questions and requests for more info on how to take and edit your own pin-up and vintage style photos so I decided to get it together and do another pin-up photoshoot with some friends and let you all get to see how its done! I made a video of the shoot so yo...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 23 Aug 2011 10:05:37 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-and-cheap-DIY-ambilight/
Simple and cheap DIY ambilight. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTV/L7Q8/GQRBNX98/FTVL7Q8GQRBNX98.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTV/L7Q8/GQRBNX98/FTVL7Q8GQRBNX98.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTV/L7Q8/GQRBNX98/FTVL7Q8GQRBNX98.SMALL.jpg yonsje This instructable will show you how to make a simple and cheap ambilight system for your PC! This simple system can be used with the AtmoWin software, or using the AtmoLight plugin in VLC (media player) , it connects to your PC using the standard USB connection on your arduino. It has only one chann...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 31 Jul 2011 14:54:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/AFFORDABLE-LASER-LIGHT-SHOW/
AFFORDABLE LASER LIGHT SHOW - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZL/TDZ3/GLL5062X/FZLTDZ3GLL5062X.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZL/TDZ3/GLL5062X/FZLTDZ3GLL5062X.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZL/TDZ3/GLL5062X/FZLTDZ3GLL5062X.SMALL.jpg The Porsche Fan Lasers are fun, but what else can they be used for? Laser light shows are one option. I've been to many concerts where laser shows are used. I've always wanted to have one of my own, but the good, pre-made setups commonly used in concerts are very expensive, usually in the hundreds or thousands of d...
By: The Porsche Fan

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 12 Apr 2011 19:06:42 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Hardware-Store-Steam-Engine-full-instructions/
Hardware Store Steam Engine full instructions - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7H/PN5Y/GJQEIFYV/F7HPN5YGJQEIFYV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7H/PN5Y/GJQEIFYV/F7HPN5YGJQEIFYV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7H/PN5Y/GJQEIFYV/F7HPN5YGJQEIFYV.SMALL.jpg kcbford1 Hello, after uploading the following http://www.instructables.com/id/Hardware-Store-Steam-Engines-no-machining-require/ .......... I was flooded with emails to make another and submit a full Instructable. So………..here it is! This is a steam engine that requires no machining of parts, and everything ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 19 Feb 2011 15:56:15 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/DSLR-macro-on-the-cheap/
DSLR macro on the cheap! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGC/3LYD/GJC42RQ3/FGC3LYDGJC42RQ3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGC/3LYD/GJC42RQ3/FGC3LYDGJC42RQ3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGC/3LYD/GJC42RQ3/FGC3LYDGJC42RQ3.SMALL.jpg snelpiller There are already a few of these but I wanted to post my own version as im rather happy with my results! :) The great thing about this project is that you can make it as long/short as you yourself require (longer tube=closer macro) AND it will fit with any lens made for the canon EOS series! :) on...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 27 Jan 2011 12:29:06 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/SMS-controlled-Wireless-Irrigation-System/
SMS controlled Wireless Irrigation System - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7C/99HH/GJQEKALV/F7C99HHGJQEKALV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7C/99HH/GJQEKALV/F7C99HHGJQEKALV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7C/99HH/GJQEKALV/F7C99HHGJQEKALV.SMALL.jpg mhkabir UPDATE 02/13/11 : Voting has started for the Sparkfun Microcontroller Contest. Please VOTE for me! UPDATE 02/26/11 : I won a second prize!! Huzzah! Thanks for all the votes guys! UPDATE 03/17/11: I would love to win a Laser cutter in the Epilog challenge as it would help the small DIY commun...
By: mhkabir

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 11 Feb 2011 06:10:17 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Build-An-Optical-Theremin/
How To Build An Optical Theremin - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0T/JA38/FBU0WYNO/F0TJA38FBU0WYNO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0T/JA38/FBU0WYNO/F0TJA38FBU0WYNO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0T/JA38/FBU0WYNO/F0TJA38FBU0WYNO.SMALL.jpg sacred What is a theremin? It is an instrument that can be played without being touched. Traditional theremins use antennas and oscillators to sense a person's hand and generate a tone. Ours will use light instead of this, it is not an actual theremin, it just uses similar principles. As a side note, this ...
By: sacred

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 24 Jan 2008 18:31:02 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Yet-Another-iWatchband/
iWatchband - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2S/O7QY/GFRWP08E/F2SO7QYGFRWP08E.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2S/O7QY/GFRWP08E/F2SO7QYGFRWP08E.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2S/O7QY/GFRWP08E/F2SO7QYGFRWP08E.SMALL.jpg acaz93 I came back! This time to show you how to assemble a basic, and mostly free Wristband for the Newest iPod nano, so you can make the legendary iWatch. It's an easy 5 minute project, and you may already have everything that's needed. So, Let's go ahead! 31/10/10: Featured today! Thanks everyone!...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 29 Oct 2010 23:23:11 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheap-USB-Simultaneous-Multitrack-Recording/
Cheap USB Simultaneous Multitrack Recording - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXW/EQNU/GAJDA2DH/FXWEQNUGAJDA2DH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXW/EQNU/GAJDA2DH/FXWEQNUGAJDA2DH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.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 14:07:09 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/-ver-20-Literally-Dock-your-Iphone-itouch-ip/
-=ver 2.0=- Literally : Dock your Iphone itouch ipod to your car audio cassette slot - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAW/I3WN/G9C6ZA8J/FAWI3WNG9C6ZA8J.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAW/I3WN/G9C6ZA8J/FAWI3WNG9C6ZA8J.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAW/I3WN/G9C6ZA8J/FAWI3WNG9C6ZA8J.SMALL.jpg z3ds Hi, this is an upgraded version of my other instructable : Literally : Dock your Ipod to your car audio cassette slot The instructions wont be as thorough as my first version so if you are confused on whats happening, just check out the first one. This new version is more flexible which can accomm...
By: z3ds

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 18 May 2010 08:59:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Low-Cost-Water-Flow-Sensor-and-Ambient-Display/
Low Cost Water Flow Sensor and Ambient Display - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRP/9XEQ/FOHTR2BL/FRP9XEQFOHTR2BL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRP/9XEQ/FOHTR2BL/FRP9XEQFOHTR2BL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRP/9XEQ/FOHTR2BL/FRP9XEQFOHTR2BL.SMALL.jpg staceyk Water is a precious resource. Millions of people do not have access to clean drinking water, and as many as 4000 children die from water contaminated illnesses every day. Yet, we continue to be wasteful with our resources. The overarching goal of this project is to motivate more sustainable water us...
By: staceyk

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 8 Dec 2008 22:27:38 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Several-Easy-Steps-to-Boost-Your-Computers-Speed/
Several Easy Steps to Boost Your Computer's Speed - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH2/A3G6/FRL5IAQ7/FH2A3G6FRL5IAQ7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH2/A3G6/FRL5IAQ7/FH2A3G6FRL5IAQ7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH2/A3G6/FRL5IAQ7/FH2A3G6FRL5IAQ7.SMALL.jpg lukethebook333 VERSION 2.0! I have run the entire guide through Microsoft Word's spell checker, and went through the whole Instructable checking for errors. It should be a lot easier to read and sift through the information. You may notice some new steps as well ;) Enjoy! In this Instructable I will show you a fe...
By: lukethebook333

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