Instructables: exploring - technology - Cheap http://www.instructables.com Sun, 19 May 2013 15:52:07 PDT BLOX v1.01 DIY $200 Robotic Hand - Arduino Project 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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Sat, 11 May 2013 09:39:56 PDT
IPod Touch/IPad Stylus http://www.instructables.com/id/IPod-TouchIPad-Stylus/
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Wed, 8 May 2013 22:21:16 PDT
Create your own Blog in 5 minutes http://www.instructables.com/id/Create-your-own-Blog-in-5-minutes/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL9/07WJ/HFSHUSOE/FL907WJHFSHUSOE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL9/07WJ/HFSHUSOE/FL907WJHFSHUSOE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL9/07WJ/HFSHUSOE/FL907WJHFSHUSOE.SMALL.jpg RuiSantos This is just a step by step video I've made explaining how easy it is to create an awesome blog! I hope you guys find this tutorial helpful! (Visit this page for all the links you need!) Thanks for reading!
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Mon, 6 May 2013 15:18:11 PDT
Easy Portable USB Charger http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Portable-USB-Charger/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKB/K0XU/HFPTIFVN/FKBK0XUHFPTIFVN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKB/K0XU/HFPTIFVN/FKBK0XUHFPTIFVN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKB/K0XU/HFPTIFVN/FKBK0XUHFPTIFVN.SMALL.jpg Matt Carl Tutorial to show how to make a quick, cheap and easy portable USB charger for around $10 without knowing how to build complex circuits! Used the following products: USB Car Charger (Dollar Store) 8 AA Battery Holder (Radioshack) 8 AA Batteries (Dollar Store) Project Enclosure (Radioshack)
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Fri, 3 May 2013 08:22:34 PDT
Home made usb power hub (made for usb hdd disks) http://www.instructables.com/id/Home-made-usb-power-hub-made-for-usb-hdd-disks/
Home made usb power hub (made for usb hdd disks) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKX/68KX/HFWSU0RT/FKX68KXHFWSU0RT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKX/68KX/HFWSU0RT/FKX68KXHFWSU0RT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKX/68KX/HFWSU0RT/FKX68KXHFWSU0RT.SMALL.jpg Bartuss Hello! Welcome to my third tutorial. This time I'm going to show you how to power up your usb disks! :) Why? If you got a pc with a thirsty graphic card and a low power source you may be suffering random crashes or even not spinning usb hard drives. Making such a hub is fun and easy. It will cost...
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Tue, 30 Apr 2013 04:50:11 PDT
Adjustable thin 10-inch tablet stand http://www.instructables.com/id/Adjustable-thin-10-inch-tablet-stand/
Adjustable thin 10-inch tablet stand - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRX/U6ZC/HFD17ASM/FRXU6ZCHFD17ASM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRX/U6ZC/HFD17ASM/FRXU6ZCHFD17ASM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRX/U6ZC/HFD17ASM/FRXU6ZCHFD17ASM.SMALL.jpg michaelgohjs So I made a 7-inch tablet stand for myself which you can check it out here  ( http://www.instructables.com/id/Adjustable-Tablet-Stand-1/ )  and my mum liked it so much I made another one for her, but since she uses a 10-inch tablet  I made this bigger, stronger and a little cooler. This one is not q...
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Thu, 25 Apr 2013 23:01:04 PDT
$10 DIY Box Teleprompter That Works Great! http://www.instructables.com/id/10-DIY-Box-Teleprompter-That-Works-Great/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5S/2OA2/HFSHSE9P/F5S2OA2HFSHSE9P.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5S/2OA2/HFSHSE9P/F5S2OA2HFSHSE9P.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5S/2OA2/HFSHSE9P/F5S2OA2HFSHSE9P.SMALL.jpg collaredkeeper If you have an ipad, iphone, or computer monitor, you can make a $10 teleprompter that rivals that of the pros! You don't need woodcrafting skills or an elaborate design, just a box knife and about 20 minutes of your time. Step 1 Purchase a glass square at home depot for ~$4 f...
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Mon, 22 Apr 2013 10:47:58 PDT
Adjustable Tablet Stand http://www.instructables.com/id/Adjustable-Tablet-Stand-1/
Adjustable Tablet Stand - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGC/YYYD/HFD1K9ON/FGCYYYDHFD1K9ON.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGC/YYYD/HFD1K9ON/FGCYYYDHFD1K9ON.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGC/YYYD/HFD1K9ON/FGCYYYDHFD1K9ON.SMALL.jpg michaelgohjs I have recently bought an Asus Memo Pad, a 7-inch tablet which i use mainly to read documents and e-books. Not too long after, I find that I need a stand for it to enhance my comfort. Since I did not want to buy an overpriced commercial one and i have heaps of Lego at how..... *Ting* (light bulb abo...
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Mon, 15 Apr 2013 07:45:55 PDT
no-cost, 5-minute Steady-Cam rig using a tripod and household materials http://www.instructables.com/id/no-cost-5-minute-Steady-Cam-rig-using-a-tripod-an/
no-cost, 5-minute Steady-Cam rig using a tripod and household materials - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6T/HUGS/HF23Y4BH/F6THUGSHF23Y4BH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6T/HUGS/HF23Y4BH/F6THUGSHF23Y4BH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6T/HUGS/HF23Y4BH/F6THUGSHF23Y4BH.SMALL.jpg confu Recently I watched this impressive video: http://vimeo.com/63357898 I´m not really into taking videos or making movies, but all those professional or DIY solutions to build a steady-cam thingy or camera gimbal which I stumbled upon in the last years were always fascinating. So after watching above...
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Mon, 8 Apr 2013 16:34:32 PDT
USB Powered Custom Logo Light http://www.instructables.com/id/USB-Powered-Custom-Logo-Light/
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Mon, 8 Apr 2013 14:17:24 PDT
Cheap working homemade arduino joystick 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...
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Sat, 6 Apr 2013 02:21:42 PDT
Silence your digital watch for stealthy standardized exam taking http://www.instructables.com/id/Silence-your-digital-watch-for-stealthy-standardiz/
Silence your digital watch for stealthy standardized exam taking - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FER/2MM5/HF23WLOK/FER2MM5HF23WLOK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FER/2MM5/HF23WLOK/FER2MM5HF23WLOK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FER/2MM5/HF23WLOK/FER2MM5HF23WLOK.SMALL.jpg ghwhitcher Purpose: Silence your digital watch beeps and alarms. Following this modification, your digital watch will be permanently silent. Method: Remove spring-diaphragm amplification Target audience: This is especially useful for standardized test takers (MCAT, SAT, LSAT, GRE, etc.) and others who need t...
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Thu, 4 Apr 2013 20:55:59 PDT
Add Ethernet to any Arduino project for less than 10$ 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...
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Thu, 4 Apr 2013 06:40:04 PDT
How to DIY your own Magnetic Stirrer V2 (better than first version) http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-DIY-your-own-Magnetic-Stirrer-V2-better-th/
How to DIY your own Magnetic Stirrer V2 (better than first version) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F44/5KWR/HFD10SC4/F445KWRHFD10SC4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F44/5KWR/HFD10SC4/F445KWRHFD10SC4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F44/5KWR/HFD10SC4/F445KWRHFD10SC4.SMALL.jpg andreyeurope After I've published the first instructable about how to make a magnetic stirrer and after the constructive criticism I've got, I decided to make a new Magnetic Stirrer, an improved one. Then I start the research for what materials should I use for it. I make the circuit, the design of the case and ...
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Wed, 3 Apr 2013 15:51:51 PDT
DIY Iphone / Smartphone Tripod http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Iphone-Smartphone-Tripod/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZA/FHWL/HET139WM/FZAFHWLHET139WM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZA/FHWL/HET139WM/FZAFHWLHET139WM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZA/FHWL/HET139WM/FZAFHWLHET139WM.SMALL.jpg DIYTechCanada Here is a 30 second tutorial on how to make an Iphone or smartphone tripod. This is a cost effective way to make a tripod for under $1 
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Fri, 29 Mar 2013 12:30:13 PDT
How to make a Burning 1-2W 445nm Blue Laser http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-Burning-1-2W-445nm-Blue-Laser/
How to make a Burning 1-2W 445nm Blue Laser - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXA/I9NS/HELX4BNH/FXAI9NSHELX4BNH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXA/I9NS/HELX4BNH/FXAI9NSHELX4BNH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXA/I9NS/HELX4BNH/FXAI9NSHELX4BNH.SMALL.jpg Electo4fun In this Instructable I will show you how to make a burning blue laser. This laser outputs 1-2W. At this power it can blind you instantly! If this is your first laser project you are in the wrong place, please find another Instructable of a lower power laser. Never point or aim this laser at; people,...
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Sun, 24 Mar 2013 11:55:53 PDT
LED USB Sturdy Desk Lamp http://www.instructables.com/id/LED-USB-Sturdy-Desk-Lamp/
LED USB Sturdy Desk Lamp - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6A/LNVK/HEI4LX6M/F6ALNVKHEI4LX6M.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6A/LNVK/HEI4LX6M/F6ALNVKHEI4LX6M.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6A/LNVK/HEI4LX6M/F6ALNVKHEI4LX6M.SMALL.jpg SHS_PnE The USB powered lamp can be used anywhere as long as you carry a laptop or a USB adapter. This lamp is very simple to make if you have extra PVC parts. Materials: 5- LEDs (any color you want, we used green) 1- USB Cable (used Apple USB cord, cut iPhone connector off) Wires Solder 1- 5" 1 inch PVC 1...
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Thu, 21 Mar 2013 07:07:27 PDT
Sonic Screwdriver TV-B-Gone Conversion 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 ...
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Thu, 14 Mar 2013 20:36:41 PDT
Led Star http://www.instructables.com/id/Led-Star/
Led Star - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT7/WEVT/HE7CPXLJ/FT7WEVTHE7CPXLJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT7/WEVT/HE7CPXLJ/FT7WEVTHE7CPXLJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT7/WEVT/HE7CPXLJ/FT7WEVTHE7CPXLJ.SMALL.jpg Bartuss Hello Everyone! In this tutorial I want to show you how to make a nice led "star". It looks great, and parts cost nearly nothing. I hope you have fun making your own! Here is the part list: -2 single core wires, can be detached from somewhere(I used old pc power supply wire) -6 LeDs (Can be any co...
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Thu, 14 Mar 2013 05:43:20 PDT
360° very cheap Time Lapse mount v2.0 http://www.instructables.com/id/360-very-cheap-Time-Lapse-mount-v20/
360° very cheap Time Lapse mount v2.0 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO9/JDSJ/HE7D9I25/FO9JDSJHE7D9I25.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO9/JDSJ/HE7D9I25/FO9JDSJHE7D9I25.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO9/JDSJ/HE7D9I25/FO9JDSJHE7D9I25.SMALL.jpg focamonca This is an upgrade of the 360° very cheap Time Lapse mount v1.0 HERE In this version i'll make a mount to use my GoPro without the case and with the wire plug in to make a time lapse longer than the battery life :) Get some LEGO I used a larger plarform than 6x9, a 12x6 and some various bricks ...
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Wed, 13 Mar 2013 04:13:25 PDT
[TUT] 360° very cheap Time Lapse mount http://www.instructables.com/id/TUT-360-very-cheap-Time-Lapse-mount/
[TUT] 360° very cheap Time Lapse mount - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW2/HFO2/HE07PL3F/FW2HFO2HE07PL3F.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW2/HFO2/HE07PL3F/FW2HFO2HE07PL3F.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW2/HFO2/HE07PL3F/FW2HFO2HE07PL3F.SMALL.jpg focamonca here is a short tutorial in HOW to make a DIY 360°  Time Lapse mount for 2€ You will need a IKEA STÄM Timer  [ 2€ ]  http://www.ikea.com/it/it/catalog/products/60152359/ and some LEGO Brick  here are some videos taken in 1h with my gopro Prepare to drill the Brick prepare 4 Brick...
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Mon, 11 Mar 2013 06:41:29 PDT
Photo Light Studio for small reflective objects such as Jewelry :) Cheap, Portable, Recycled Materials, and best of all, it REALLY works!!! 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...
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Wed, 6 Mar 2013 18:53:38 PST
Easy Battery Holder 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 ...
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Sat, 2 Mar 2013 02:03:43 PST
Quick Telephone Hack http://www.instructables.com/id/Quick-and-easy-microphone/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG7/HTJM/HDOW6GH6/FG7HTJMHDOW6GH6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG7/HTJM/HDOW6GH6/FG7HTJMHDOW6GH6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG7/HTJM/HDOW6GH6/FG7HTJMHDOW6GH6.SMALL.jpg kevins82 Hi! Today i tought .... woud be cool to relive my old sony wireless cellphone so i did that i made microphone out of it.. :D So parts needed...   *Old cellphone coud be any kinde becouse all moustlikely are the same   *And 3.5mm jack Tools needed..   *Soldering gun and soder   *Screwdriver Steps ...
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Fri, 1 Mar 2013 11:58:24 PST
Easy Voltage Regulator for $25 http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Voltage-Regulator-for-25/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVJ/7B67/HDOVJ3YD/FVJ7B67HDOVJ3YD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVJ/7B67/HDOVJ3YD/FVJ7B67HDOVJ3YD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVJ/7B67/HDOVJ3YD/FVJ7B67HDOVJ3YD.SMALL.jpg Beta Mode I will teach you how to make it very soon! Please vote for the Kids-Only contest! Comment, Vote and Rate!
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Fri, 1 Mar 2013 01:00:21 PST
Bluestacks as a repository of apps for sideloading onto an Android device with no Play access... http://www.instructables.com/id/Bluestacks-as-a-repository-of-apps-for-sideloading/
Bluestacks as a repository of apps for sideloading onto an Android device with no Play access... - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTG/QBR4/HD4VNF1T/FTGQBR4HD4VNF1T.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTG/QBR4/HD4VNF1T/FTGQBR4HD4VNF1T.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTG/QBR4/HD4VNF1T/FTGQBR4HD4VNF1T.SMALL.jpg bigdwinn So you bought a cheap Android device to play with and maybe hack around on. Being as how it's cheap, there's probably no Google Play access. Now, there's lots of alternative markets out there that you can use but what if there's just one certain app you want and you can't find it anywhere but on Goo...
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Sun, 24 Feb 2013 17:42:57 PST
Mike's Lab | The $25,- Touchscreen! http://www.instructables.com/id/Mikes-Lab-The-25-Touchscreen/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKP/DAT2/HD8TWNYB/FKPDAT2HD8TWNYB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKP/DAT2/HD8TWNYB/FKPDAT2HD8TWNYB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKP/DAT2/HD8TWNYB/FKPDAT2HD8TWNYB.SMALL.jpg mpieters1 In this episode(V) we will be creating our own touchscreen! To create your own IR-LED Pen: http://tinyurl.com/bdqjzx4 Buy your own IR-LED pen here: http://www.penciil.com Download the software here: http://mikepieters.com/WiimoteWhiteboard_1.3.1.11.zip
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Sun, 17 Feb 2013 13:12:08 PST
5$ Fan for Soldering Station http://www.instructables.com/id/5-Fan-for-Soldering-Station/
5$ Fan for Soldering Station - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZX/J0SA/HET1AI57/FZXJ0SAHET1AI57.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZX/J0SA/HET1AI57/FZXJ0SAHET1AI57.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZX/J0SA/HET1AI57/FZXJ0SAHET1AI57.SMALL.jpg RuiSantos Hi guys, Today I’ll show how you can control a PC fan with a simple circuit that I’ve created this is the easiest way I’ve thought that this could be done. The goal of this project is to create a controlled Fan that will be used when we’re working with the soldering iron station to remove all the f...
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Fri, 15 Feb 2013 09:02:18 PST
~$20 Portable Lightbox for Photography 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...
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Tue, 5 Feb 2013 19:44:32 PST
Arduino - Oscilloscope (poor man's Oscilloscope) 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'...
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Sat, 2 Feb 2013 07:51:33 PST
CHEAP ARDUINO CNC 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...
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Sat, 2 Feb 2013 05:13:08 PST
Folding light box http://www.instructables.com/id/Folding-light-box/
Folding light box - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3M/RLNY/HCB8KMI6/F3MRLNYHCB8KMI6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3M/RLNY/HCB8KMI6/F3MRLNYHCB8KMI6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3M/RLNY/HCB8KMI6/F3MRLNYHCB8KMI6.SMALL.jpg frapedia The idea behind was to create an easy to make,folding and cheap light boxes so I can take them with me whenever needed or store them in the closet taken the minimum space. I have included enough pictures of the project so to be easy for everyone to follow. Also you can download the schematics an...
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Sat, 26 Jan 2013 10:34:24 PST
Pocketsized GoPro Handle http://www.instructables.com/id/Pocketsized-GoPro-Handle/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTG/M69C/HC9M9ESI/FTGM69CHC9M9ESI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTG/M69C/HC9M9ESI/FTGM69CHC9M9ESI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTG/M69C/HC9M9ESI/FTGM69CHC9M9ESI.SMALL.jpg feanbr There it is! The smallest GoPro handle EVER SEEN! You could pay to buy a handle for your GoPro... But it costs around 30$ and you don't want to pay that especially when you know you could make one easily. That MiniHandle dimension's are 4½x1¼ inches. The most awsome thing about it is that it fell co...
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Tue, 22 Jan 2013 19:16:18 PST
Easy iphone tripod for cheap! http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-iphone-tripod-for-cheap/
Easy iphone tripod for cheap! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ0/XFNY/HBPBRQXC/FJ0XFNYHBPBRQXC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ0/XFNY/HBPBRQXC/FJ0XFNYHBPBRQXC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ0/XFNY/HBPBRQXC/FJ0XFNYHBPBRQXC.SMALL.jpg jlittle18 This quick tutorial will show you how to make a quick and cheap iphone tripod for around £2-£3!! this is my first instructable so be nice :) sorry for poor quality photograph couldn't take a picture of it while my iphone was in it. Materials and tools! materials needed ; 1. Glue- i used 2 par...
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Wed, 9 Jan 2013 17:33:33 PST
Macro lens for phone camera (iPhone) http://www.instructables.com/id/Macro-lens-for-phone-camera-iPhone/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU6/TP43/HBNXWQXM/FU6TP43HBNXWQXM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU6/TP43/HBNXWQXM/FU6TP43HBNXWQXM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU6/TP43/HBNXWQXM/FU6TP43HBNXWQXM.SMALL.jpg lpringiers I am a film student, so one of the main reasons I bought an iPhone was for it's camera. I saw a bunch of really cool instructables on how to  make macrolenses and decided to do my own. I didn't take step-by-step photos cause I just kinda did it on the fly. But I'll explain as best I can. What you ...
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Wed, 9 Jan 2013 07:34:07 PST
How To Photograph Food without a Fancy Camera 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...
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Sun, 6 Jan 2013 15:50:46 PST
CNC out of a scanner (cheap) http://www.instructables.com/id/CNC-out-of-a-scanner-cheap/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8F/E3MJ/HD4VHBIG/F8FE3MJHD4VHBIG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8F/E3MJ/HD4VHBIG/F8FE3MJHD4VHBIG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8F/E3MJ/HD4VHBIG/F8FE3MJHD4VHBIG.SMALL.jpg marwinrobot You can salvage parts from scanners and printers to build a cheap CNC machine. Stepper motors and linear guides (rods) have been taken from printers and scanners. The things you need to buy is aluminum profile, stepper controller, Arduino, threaded rods, nuts & bolts. Here 6mm x 1mm threaded rods ar...
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Thu, 3 Jan 2013 09:41:23 PST
10 Minute DIY Lighting Studio (household materials) http://www.instructables.com/id/10-Minute-DIY-Lighting-Studio-household-materials/
10 Minute DIY Lighting Studio (household materials) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF8/CT2N/HAQ32NKS/FF8CT2NHAQ32NKS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF8/CT2N/HAQ32NKS/FF8CT2NHAQ32NKS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF8/CT2N/HAQ32NKS/FF8CT2NHAQ32NKS.SMALL.jpg ASCAS I will show you how to setup your own home studio  by using household materials and office supplies. It only takes 10 minutes and a $1 budget to fully complete your setup. I usually use it for taking pictures of my instructables. Have you ever wonder how do people take pictures with a white backgro...
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Wed, 2 Jan 2013 23:29:58 PST
BoomBox - Inexpensive and Easy to Build http://www.instructables.com/id/BoomBox-Inexpensive-and-Easy-to-Build/
BoomBox - Inexpensive and Easy to Build - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFO/IESW/HAQ3AFUL/FFOIESWHAQ3AFUL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFO/IESW/HAQ3AFUL/FFOIESWHAQ3AFUL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFO/IESW/HAQ3AFUL/FFOIESWHAQ3AFUL.SMALL.jpg Tater Zoid This Instructable will teach you how to create a great sounding BoomBox that can be powered with most any mp3 player or laptop. I spent less than $60.00 on this project because I already had a few of the parts in my studio. This project requires very few tools and very little electrical knowledge, p...
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Wed, 2 Jan 2013 16:28:29 PST
GoPro Mounting Tips | GoPro on the ground without Tripod http://www.instructables.com/id/GoPro-Mounting-Tips-GoPro-on-the-ground-without-/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F10/JT3A/HBFFJ383/F10JT3AHBFFJ383.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F10/JT3A/HBFFJ383/F10JT3AHBFFJ383.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F10/JT3A/HBFFJ383/F10JT3AHBFFJ383.SMALL.jpg BrociliTree123 I don't own this, 'micbergsma' does, All praise goes to him, I thought I'd repost his Videos on Instructables for people that don't go on Youtube. NOTE: Don't go harrassing him for having no sound in his videos, he's 90% Deaf so speaking for him is hard and to him it doesn't sound good.
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Wed, 2 Jan 2013 12:58:22 PST
GoPro Mounting Tips | Custom Suction Cup, Low Profile http://www.instructables.com/id/GoPro-Mounting-Tips-Custom-Suction-Cup-Low-Prof/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB7/85SZ/HBFFJ37E/FB785SZHBFFJ37E.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB7/85SZ/HBFFJ37E/FB785SZHBFFJ37E.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB7/85SZ/HBFFJ37E/FB785SZHBFFJ37E.SMALL.jpg BrociliTree123 I don't own this, 'micbergsma' does, All praise goes to him, I thought I'd repost his Videos on Instructables for people that don't go on Youtube. NOTE: Don't go harrassing him for having no sound in his videos, he's 90% Deaf so speaking for him is hard and to him it doesn't sound good.
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Wed, 2 Jan 2013 12:52:35 PST
10 Dollar GoPro Monopod!!! http://www.instructables.com/id/10-Dollar-GoPro-Monopod/
10 Dollar GoPro Monopod!!! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9E/8X6W/HAUNN2SG/F9E8X6WHAUNN2SG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9E/8X6W/HAUNN2SG/F9E8X6WHAUNN2SG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9E/8X6W/HAUNN2SG/F9E8X6WHAUNN2SG.SMALL.jpg theslingshotkid For this instructable I show how to make a monopod out of that useless display box the go pro came with! Materials The only materials that you might not have at home are the paracord and dowel these are both around five dollars. Drill Some Holes! Drill a hole near the end of the dowel using ...
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Thu, 27 Dec 2012 18:14:20 PST
Dirt Cheap Canon DSLR remote 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 ...
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Sat, 22 Dec 2012 07:55:51 PST
Cheapo PIR http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheapo-PIR/
Cheapo PIR - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7L/IIV4/HAQ37N6C/F7LIIV4HAQ37N6C.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7L/IIV4/HAQ37N6C/F7LIIV4HAQ37N6C.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7L/IIV4/HAQ37N6C/F7LIIV4HAQ37N6C.SMALL.jpg contrechoc intro: Want to do something with moving people? (Activate a video, or a turning table in a window sill, alarm when the burglar visits your house... ) The official PIR sensor too expensive? (around 10 euro's) Do you have a shop like ACTIONS in the neighborhood? Get a PIR for 2.40 euro's (actually 2.3...
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Wed, 19 Dec 2012 21:53:30 PST
CNC Project Continued - New Gantry Design, Cheap Rails... http://www.instructables.com/id/CNC-Project-Continued-New-Gantry-Design-Cheap-R/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F51/1RLU/HAQ35IWF/F511RLUHAQ35IWF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F51/1RLU/HAQ35IWF/F511RLUHAQ35IWF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F51/1RLU/HAQ35IWF/F511RLUHAQ35IWF.SMALL.jpg stangtime As my homebuilt CNC project continues I've been working with cheap off-the-shelf rails (drawer slides) and have been designing the layout as I go.  I like to take notes from what other folks have done and then re-work them in different ways.  This project is proceeding and I hope to get the Z axis u...
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Sun, 16 Dec 2012 18:46:44 PST
Build/modify a wrist watch! A great gift or just for yourself! http://www.instructables.com/id/Buildmodify-a-wrist-watch-A-great-gift-or-just-f/
Build/modify a wrist watch! A great gift or just for yourself! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQW/M2NG/GTSF17X0/FQWM2NGGTSF17X0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQW/M2NG/GTSF17X0/FQWM2NGGTSF17X0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQW/M2NG/GTSF17X0/FQWM2NGGTSF17X0.SMALL.jpg z3ds Tired of boring run of the mill wrist watches? Make one yourself! Impress that special someone or make one for yourself. Cheap and easy. All you need is a broken or working wrist watch, a donor digital watch and some creativity! Materials and tools Materials: You'll need a wrist watch preferabl...
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Wed, 12 Dec 2012 19:01:33 PST
$4 dollars Outdoor enclosure for a Linksys WVC54GC wireless IP surveillance camera http://www.instructables.com/id/4-dollars-Outdoor-enclosure-for-a-Linksys-WVC54GC/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHW/GFR4/HAFHLBZF/FHWGFR4HAFHLBZF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHW/GFR4/HAFHLBZF/FHWGFR4HAFHLBZF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHW/GFR4/HAFHLBZF/FHWGFR4HAFHLBZF.SMALL.jpg edbersan I was looking for a wireless outdoor camera to keep an eye on my backyard, but instead of buying a new one I just decide to make an outdoor enclosure for one of my wireless Linksys WVC54GC cameras. I add an extenal antenna to increase the wifi signal range and it's working great.  I got this Nema bo...
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Mon, 10 Dec 2012 15:37:21 PST
How To Make Your Own Tablet Case http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Make-Your-Own-Tablet-Case/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FES/NCHM/HAFHKYNQ/FESNCHMHAFHKYNQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FES/NCHM/HAFHKYNQ/FESNCHMHAFHKYNQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FES/NCHM/HAFHKYNQ/FESNCHMHAFHKYNQ.SMALL.jpg wtysonc http://www.walmart.com/ip/Instant-Krazy-Glue-Home-and-Office-Pen/17011355 http://www.walmart.com/ip/Padfolio-5-x-8-Melbourne-Black/20850677 http://www.walmart.com/ip/Braided-Elastic-1-4-x-3-yds-Black/19757881 The Padfolio I bought was the perfect size for my 7" tablet. You should be able to find a ...
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Sat, 8 Dec 2012 16:09:30 PST
The Cheapest and Easiest to Make Monopod http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Cheapest-and-Easiest-to-Make-Monopod/
The Cheapest and Easiest to Make Monopod - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6C/IYOH/HA4MNBT9/F6CIYOHHA4MNBT9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6C/IYOH/HA4MNBT9/F6CIYOHHA4MNBT9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6C/IYOH/HA4MNBT9/F6CIYOHHA4MNBT9.SMALL.jpg raptor88 A monopod is simply a tripod but only with one leg. These are very useful because they are very light and they are very quick and easy to use. The monopod that I have made is easy to make and it costs under 5$. Also it has a function as a hiking pole, so you do not need to lug around a heavy tripod...
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Thu, 6 Dec 2012 16:01:16 PST
USB (HDMI) Video Card - Cheap and Easy Multiple Monitor Set Up 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...
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Sat, 1 Dec 2012 07:52:27 PST