Instructables: exploring - technology - Light http://www.instructables.com Wed, 19 Jun 2013 19:05:55 PDT BLOX v1.01 DIY 1200W CFL daylight for product photography or video light http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-1200W-CFL-daylight-for-product-photography-or-/
DIY 1200W CFL daylight for product photography or video light - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F74/2SR8/HHS9VCRD/F742SR8HHS9VCRD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F74/2SR8/HHS9VCRD/F742SR8HHS9VCRD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F74/2SR8/HHS9VCRD/F742SR8HHS9VCRD.SMALL.jpg kalmarattila Before I started this project, tried a few lights for my product photography what I found at home: desktop lights, 150W halogen reflectors, etc. But none of them are perfect for my needs. :( So I started to search DIY variants to build two lights for myself. I found these, and get the inspiration: ...
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Sun, 16 Jun 2013 13:12:29 PDT
Battery powered gameboy Light: another project with SUGRU http://www.instructables.com/id/Battery-powered-gameboy-Light-another-project-wit/
Battery powered gameboy Light: another project with SUGRU - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ3/AIN7/HHS9Q8M7/FJ3AIN7HHS9Q8M7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ3/AIN7/HHS9Q8M7/FJ3AIN7HHS9Q8M7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ3/AIN7/HHS9Q8M7/FJ3AIN7HHS9Q8M7.SMALL.jpg jrichardson16 We love them, we game with them, and they stand as one of the greatest mobile consoles off all time. But you still can't play them in the dark. In this project I fix one of the Gameboy colour's  most annoying flaws without the use of the unreliable, damaging and invasive frontlight mod and with the ...
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Tue, 11 Jun 2013 15:00:04 PDT
Potable 9v dark activated light http://www.instructables.com/id/Potable-9v-dark-activated-light/
Potable 9v dark activated light - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEX/7H2L/HHMI7B16/FEX7H2LHHMI7B16.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEX/7H2L/HHMI7B16/FEX7H2LHHMI7B16.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEX/7H2L/HHMI7B16/FEX7H2LHHMI7B16.SMALL.jpg Ankan Nayak Hey all!This is my first instructable and i am starting with a very simple one. It is a simple, easy to make potable dark activated light, powered by a 9v battery. Get the materials required Components: IC 1-----------ne555 C1------------100nf C2------------100uf/25v R1-------------330ohms R2----...
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Mon, 10 Jun 2013 10:37:44 PDT
Lightsaber knitting needles http://www.instructables.com/id/Light-saber-knitting-needles/
Lightsaber knitting needles - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQM/LEI0/HH2W0B7L/FQMLEI0HH2W0B7L.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQM/LEI0/HH2W0B7L/FQMLEI0HH2W0B7L.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQM/LEI0/HH2W0B7L/FQMLEI0HH2W0B7L.SMALL.jpg Random_Canadian An Epic Battle With Every Stitch... I will not embarrass you with my poor knitting but maybe someone out there can "give me a hand! Right?" I will however show a cast on at night in a darkened room with the lights off! I made a second set at 8 inches length for the pocket size contest! And a thi...
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Wed, 5 Jun 2013 21:37:17 PDT
How to make Uncle Fester Magic Light Bulb http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-Uncle-Fester-Magic-Light-Bulb/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F22/MDK4/HH2VY0GC/F22MDK4HH2VY0GC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F22/MDK4/HH2VY0GC/F22MDK4HH2VY0GC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F22/MDK4/HH2VY0GC/F22MDK4HH2VY0GC.SMALL.jpg macobt I was inspired by TV show ''Adams Family'' where Uncle Fester light a bulb with his body,so I decide to make magic light bulb that lights when you want. You will need basic skills of soldering some materials like Leds,resistor,reed switch and 23A 12 volt battery. Make sure you subscribe for more a...
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Sun, 2 Jun 2013 09:56:32 PDT
my rechargeable light easy to make http://www.instructables.com/id/my-rechargeable-light-easy-to-make-please-comment/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVT/EFL4/HHCEJVV6/FVTEFL4HHCEJVV6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVT/EFL4/HHCEJVV6/FVTEFL4HHCEJVV6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVT/EFL4/HHCEJVV6/FVTEFL4HHCEJVV6.SMALL.jpg usman asif things u need  battery wires 1mobile jack 2 resistor 1diode
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Sat, 1 Jun 2013 01:15:55 PDT
Arduino Street Traffic Light - Breadboard Edition http://www.instructables.com/id/Arduino-Street-Traffic-Light/
Arduino Street Traffic Light - Breadboard Edition - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOB/0TNM/HH2VNY06/FOB0TNMHH2VNY06.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOB/0TNM/HH2VNY06/FOB0TNMHH2VNY06.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOB/0TNM/HH2VNY06/FOB0TNMHH2VNY06.SMALL.gif allhandsactive Build a simple Arduino powered Traffic Light with us! This instructable is meant to walk you through almost every step, but there are a few assumptions. Read over the intro and the first step to make sure you are fully prepared! This is the breadboard version, a more realistic traffic light will be ...
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Fri, 31 May 2013 15:50:40 PDT
Oily paper lithophane-like picture thing! http://www.instructables.com/id/Oily-paper-lithophane-like-picture-thing/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTW/2GF3/HH2VNFXI/FTW2GF3HH2VNFXI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTW/2GF3/HH2VNFXI/FTW2GF3HH2VNFXI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTW/2GF3/HH2VNFXI/FTW2GF3HH2VNFXI.SMALL.jpg nanoBorg88 Hey guys, this is my first instructable, and sorry its more of a "Hey, look what I made, why don't you make one too!" sorta thing. I spent some time yesterday making a little processing sketch yesterday that would split an image you gave it into 6 binary grey-scale images which it would neatly arra...
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Wed, 29 May 2013 05:30:27 PDT
2 Minute Mini Flashlight http://www.instructables.com/id/2-Minute-Mini-Flashlight/
2 Minute Mini Flashlight - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOJ/KBNO/HH2VFG8R/FOJKBNOHH2VFG8R.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOJ/KBNO/HH2VFG8R/FOJKBNOHH2VFG8R.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOJ/KBNO/HH2VFG8R/FOJKBNOHH2VFG8R.SMALL.jpg A14 - Empty Lead Refill box - Wire - 3 LED's - 2032 Battery - Reset Button Connecting LED's, Switch and Battery First, I connected leds in parallels. Then open groove in the bottom of the container, next i run the wire through the container and make final connections.(Tape down everything) Test R...
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Mon, 27 May 2013 13:00:37 PDT
Altoids Flash Light http://www.instructables.com/id/Altoids-Flash-Light/
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Sun, 26 May 2013 11:50:45 PDT
Demo the law of reflection and refraction of light, with lasers http://www.instructables.com/id/Demo-the-law-of-reflection-and-refraction-of-light/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTU/Z5B6/HH2VKY6T/FTUZ5B6HH2VKY6T.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTU/Z5B6/HH2VKY6T/FTUZ5B6HH2VKY6T.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTU/Z5B6/HH2VKY6T/FTUZ5B6HH2VKY6T.SMALL.gif beamqlaser Here we use a mirror and a glass cuboid to demo the law of reflection and refraction of light. Please send us your suggestion about the show, then we can improve it. Lots of children and students remember the law easily after watching the video. Please share it with your friends, then more students ...
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Sat, 25 May 2013 07:22:18 PDT
music light (fits in pocket) http://www.instructables.com/id/music-light-fits-in-pocket/
music light (fits in pocket) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOZ/BJ24/HH11INF0/FOZBJ24HH11INF0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOZ/BJ24/HH11INF0/FOZBJ24HH11INF0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOZ/BJ24/HH11INF0/FOZBJ24HH11INF0.SMALL.jpg konon2kt i know that speakers don't fit in a pocket by headphones DO ! you will need: jack splitter audio cable tip 31 transistor light e.g. led flashlight soldering iron tape (electronic tape) solder knife or wire stripper   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xDR-VjluxwQ vid my one this is my one strip...
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Thu, 23 May 2013 16:40:25 PDT
Flashy Bongos http://www.instructables.com/id/Flashy-Bongos/
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Wed, 22 May 2013 18:41:42 PDT
LED'S on 220V AC GRID 7-8 WATTS ONLY http://www.instructables.com/id/LEDS-on-220V-AC-GRID-7-8-WATTS-ONLY/
LED'S on 220V AC GRID 7-8 WATTS ONLY - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F84/X8V0/HGU2DF7V/F84X8V0HGU2DF7V.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F84/X8V0/HGU2DF7V/F84X8V0HGU2DF7V.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F84/X8V0/HGU2DF7V/F84X8V0HGU2DF7V.SMALL.jpg btahir90 IN THIS INSTRUCTABLE I WILL TELL U HOW TO MAHE AN EFFICIENT LIGHT CONSISTS OF LED'S THAT ARE COMMONLY RUN ON DC CIRCUIT. HERE IT WILL WORK ON 220 V AC FROM GRID POWER CONSUMPTION IS 7 TO 8 WATT AND ITS TRANSFORMER LESS. COMPONENTS: • Capacitors 2× 0.47uF 275v AC • Capacitor 1× 10uF 400v AC • Resist...
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Sun, 19 May 2013 23:55:37 PDT
Tissue Box Guitar - Light Strings http://www.instructables.com/id/Tissue-Box-Guitar-Light-Strings/
Tissue Box Guitar - Light Strings - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3A/1TIN/HGU2DZWP/F3A1TINHGU2DZWP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3A/1TIN/HGU2DZWP/F3A1TINHGU2DZWP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3A/1TIN/HGU2DZWP/F3A1TINHGU2DZWP.SMALL.jpg samersh the idea of anything can be an instrumental music has been always in my mind so i made a wooden tissue box that i installed inside it a guitar of light strings  Video: equipments: 1 x Arduino Uno 1 x Adafruit Wave Shield  1 x Servo 6 x LDR 12 x 1k Resistors 6 x LED WIRES Building...
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Sun, 19 May 2013 12:16:18 PDT
Emergency Light/Charger from Fire & Water http://www.instructables.com/id/Emergency-LED-powered-by-Fire/
Emergency Light/Charger from Fire & Water - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4P/Z6AJ/HGH70RF2/F4PZ6AJHGH70RF2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4P/Z6AJ/HGH70RF2/F4PZ6AJHGH70RF2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4P/Z6AJ/HGH70RF2/F4PZ6AJHGH70RF2.SMALL.jpg Joohansson DIY a really simple Thermoelectric Emergency Generator from very few parts. Optimized for powering with tealights/candles. With inspiration from my previous projects: http://www.instructables.com/id/Thermoelectric-Fan-Driven-by-a-Candle/ and http://www.instructables.com/id/Battery-Charger-Powered-b...
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Thu, 16 May 2013 00:04:27 PDT
Noise by Light http://www.instructables.com/id/Noise-by-Light/
Noise by Light - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWM/SVI0/HGH6RF88/FWMSVI0HGH6RF88.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWM/SVI0/HGH6RF88/FWMSVI0HGH6RF88.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWM/SVI0/HGH6RF88/FWMSVI0HGH6RF88.SMALL.jpg contrechoc This instructable is about using light variation, eg caused by passing people, to produce some funny noises. Input: light Output: ticks, clicks and tones Energy: two AA batteries, 3V Brain: Attiny45 How: Soldering Programming Why? There are many gadgets with sounds triggered on light. The fun is ...
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Tue, 14 May 2013 13:01:00 PDT
Laptop Light http://www.instructables.com/id/Laptop-Light/
Laptop Light - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP9/DQ4E/HGHAP3E5/FP9DQ4EHGHAP3E5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP9/DQ4E/HGHAP3E5/FP9DQ4EHGHAP3E5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP9/DQ4E/HGHAP3E5/FP9DQ4EHGHAP3E5.SMALL.jpg dphysics Step 1: Drill Holes Drill 4 holes in the pipe insulation for the LEDs and then cut out a rectangle for the switch. Each hole should be evenly spaced out, we did about 1.5" between each LED.  Step 3: Cut out rectangular hole for the switch. To cut out the rectangular hole, make sure to use ...
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Tue, 14 May 2013 09:15:05 PDT
Installing LED Strip on Round Frame, Railing, or Tube http://www.instructables.com/id/Installing-LED-Strip-on-Round-Tubing/
Installing LED Strip on Round Frame, Railing, or Tube - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC4/5RTN/HGH6K3TM/FC45RTNHGH6K3TM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC4/5RTN/HGH6K3TM/FC45RTNHGH6K3TM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC4/5RTN/HGH6K3TM/FC45RTNHGH6K3TM.SMALL.jpg lilyleds This guide will show you how to install an 'embedded'  LED Strip on a round railing, tube, or frame. This is perfect for indoor and outdoor architectural railings, or outside on your motorcycle frame, bicycle frame, roof racks, or anywhere that needs some extra bling, dazzle, visibility, spark, or ...
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Sun, 12 May 2013 14:46:51 PDT
Mailing Envelope Photo Flash Bender http://www.instructables.com/id/Jiffy-Bag-Photo-Flash-Bender/
Mailing Envelope Photo Flash Bender - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSM/OL6H/HGH71QIA/FSMOL6HHGH71QIA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSM/OL6H/HGH71QIA/FSMOL6HHGH71QIA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSM/OL6H/HGH71QIA/FSMOL6HHGH71QIA.SMALL.jpg gmjhowe Using a Jiffy bag or Mailing Envelope, some duct tape, and some wire you can make this awesome flash bender to mould and direct your light when taking photos. Rogue make this awesome Flash Benders, that give you great control over your flash photography light, you can use them independently, or com...
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Sun, 12 May 2013 11:22:04 PDT
PowerTube Vr. 1 for bicycle headlight http://www.instructables.com/id/PowerTube-Vr-1/
PowerTube Vr. 1 for bicycle headlight - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZC/6I4T/HGH6Q3O0/FZC6I4THGH6Q3O0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZC/6I4T/HGH6Q3O0/FZC6I4THGH6Q3O0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZC/6I4T/HGH6Q3O0/FZC6I4THGH6Q3O0.SMALL.jpg frapedia Recently purchased one of those bicycle lights using the XML T6 LED x3. Came with a 18650 8.4v 6400mAh Battery Pack and a Pouch with Velcro. The headlight has a voltage status function via a multi color LED but to be honest i am not satisfy with what function so i decided to add a voltage meter....
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Sat, 11 May 2013 15:43:09 PDT
Apple Airport Photo Flashgun Diffuser http://www.instructables.com/id/Apple-Airport-Photo-Flashgun-Diffuser/
Apple Airport Photo Flashgun Diffuser - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJX/SVN8/HGH7149Z/FJXSVN8HGH7149Z.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJX/SVN8/HGH7149Z/FJXSVN8HGH7149Z.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJX/SVN8/HGH7149Z/FJXSVN8HGH7149Z.SMALL.jpg gmjhowe Apple went through this phase where they would use a white lined acrylic for all there products. It was great for letting light through, which they even used to that effect with the status lights in the iMacs of the time. I have made a lot of flash diffusers in the past, using anything I could get ...
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Thu, 9 May 2013 14:35:32 PDT
LED Light Pen Adapter, Red & White LED. I made in at TechShop http://www.instructables.com/id/LED-Light-Pen-Adapter-Red-White-LED-I-made-in/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAU/2V22/HG85CRK8/FAU2V22HG85CRK8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAU/2V22/HG85CRK8/FAU2V22HG85CRK8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAU/2V22/HG85CRK8/FAU2V22HG85CRK8.SMALL.jpg John_TS_DTW Problem:           Many times, we wish we could continue to take notes during a presentation.  But when the lights are turned off during a slide projector presentation, our note taking get interrupted.  Solution:            Keep this pocket size adapter in your wallet or pocket for instant light.  ...
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Mon, 6 May 2013 18:13:16 PDT
Altoids 27 LED Super Light (under $5) http://www.instructables.com/id/Altoids-27-LED-Super-Light-under-5/
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Mon, 6 May 2013 00:40:55 PDT
Magic elixir (LED lighting effect) http://www.instructables.com/id/Magic-elixir-LED-lighting-effect/
Magic elixir (LED lighting effect) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTP/UEEZ/HFPTJFUZ/FTPUEEZHFPTJFUZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTP/UEEZ/HFPTJFUZ/FTPUEEZHFPTJFUZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTP/UEEZ/HFPTJFUZ/FTPUEEZHFPTJFUZ.SMALL.jpg scvilies Safety first : The safety aspect of this DIY lighting idea is entirely relying upon the low output of the cell phone charger (or a pair of AA batteries). Under normal situations, the low output of cell phone charger (or a pair of AA batteries) will not hurt you. But please make sure read through the...
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Sat, 4 May 2013 09:03:42 PDT
How To Turn Old Flashlight into a Powerful Flashlight with Storage Container http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Turn-Old-Flashlight-into-a-Powerful-Flashli/
How To Turn Old Flashlight into a Powerful Flashlight with Storage Container - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYA/DU1G/HFSHG25H/FYADU1GHFSHG25H.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYA/DU1G/HFSHG25H/FYADU1GHFSHG25H.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYA/DU1G/HFSHG25H/FYADU1GHFSHG25H.SMALL.jpg A14 I've a flashlight about 10 years and it's using only powerless ordinary light bulbs. I changed it with a 1w led and throw these huge " D" type batteries away. Then i add small container in it. I put small 16gb flash disk but you can put anything that you want, for example tinder, matches, sewing thr...
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Wed, 1 May 2013 12:28:30 PDT
Smartphone Charger Powered by Fire http://www.instructables.com/id/Battery-Charger-Powered-by-Fire/
Smartphone Charger Powered by Fire - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F12/HOAD/HFPTEVTJ/F12HOADHFPTEVTJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F12/HOAD/HFPTEVTJ/F12HOADHFPTEVTJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F12/HOAD/HFPTEVTJ/F12HOADHFPTEVTJ.SMALL.jpg Joohansson Portable, Compact and Adjustable ThermoElectric Emergency Generator. Background: The reason for this project was to solve a problem I have. I sometimes do several days of hiking/backpacking in the wild and I always bring a smartphone with GPS and maybe other electronics. They need electricity a...
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Wed, 1 May 2013 11:03:17 PDT
How to make Ultraviolet Flashlight,Bedroom Inspection http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-Ultraviolet-FlashlightBedroom-Inspect/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9R/073Z/HFSHTYD7/F9R073ZHFSHTYD7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9R/073Z/HFSHTYD7/F9R073ZHFSHTYD7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9R/073Z/HFSHTYD7/F9R073ZHFSHTYD7.SMALL.jpg macobt Inspecting surface with ultraviolet flashlight,I use ordinary led flashlight and replace white leds with ultraviolet leds. With this ultraviolet led flashlight you can check money,you can check bedroomif there is  body fluids that contain fluorescent molecules. What Materials Glow Under Ultraviolet ...
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Tue, 30 Apr 2013 14:14:36 PDT
Car Android lights up with music http://www.instructables.com/id/Car-Android-lights-up-with-music/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FET/I3GP/HFSHTTAI/FETI3GPHFSHTTAI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FET/I3GP/HFSHTTAI/FETI3GPHFSHTTAI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FET/I3GP/HFSHTTAI/FETI3GPHFSHTTAI.SMALL.jpg MouseMeat Car Android lights up with music Using a driver from a blue led stick for car tunning to make the led light with the music.
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Mon, 29 Apr 2013 14:47:47 PDT
Smart Tag Hardware Upgrade: LCD backlight http://www.instructables.com/id/Smart-Tag-Hardware-Upgrade-LCD-back-light/
Smart Tag Hardware Upgrade: LCD backlight - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F78/A3HB/HFSHF2YZ/F78A3HBHFSHF2YZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F78/A3HB/HFSHF2YZ/F78A3HBHFSHF2YZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F78/A3HB/HFSHF2YZ/F78A3HBHFSHF2YZ.SMALL.jpg yinghau The original Smart TAG (Malaysia) come with a LCD without backlight, it is incontinent to check bard balance under low ambience light condition. I saw my friend BP Tan modified one unit to get the backlight on, he had happily taught me and gave me some LEDs for modification. See simple steps as belo...
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Sat, 27 Apr 2013 02:59:17 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
How to make Led light box http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-Led-light-box/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFI/0NEZ/HFSHSI7K/FFI0NEZHFSHSI7K.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFI/0NEZ/HFSHSI7K/FFI0NEZHFSHSI7K.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFI/0NEZ/HFSHSI7K/FFI0NEZHFSHSI7K.SMALL.jpg macobt Makeing light box for your camera and for capture good pictures or videos for under 10$. The box is free,the white paper is around 1$,white led stripes are from ebay for 6$,I use DC jack and power adapter 12v 1A they cost about 3$. The result of this amateur light box is very amazing,at end of the v...
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Mon, 22 Apr 2013 15:16:21 PDT
Design & 3d Print a custom Lantern Shade Thingi http://www.instructables.com/id/Design-3d-Print-a-custom-Lantern-Shade-Thingi/
Design & 3d Print a custom Lantern Shade Thingi - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHP/V8NT/HFD10U5Z/FHPV8NTHFD10U5Z.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHP/V8NT/HFD10U5Z/FHPV8NTHFD10U5Z.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHP/V8NT/HFD10U5Z/FHPV8NTHFD10U5Z.SMALL.jpg christinachun Before we get started, you will need: Paper Pencil Protractor Ruler Digital Calipers Hipe 8 LED Automatic Motion-sensing Night Light 3d Program 3d Printer You don't need the same light that I have, I just happened to have this on hand. The techniques can apply to a...
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Mon, 15 Apr 2013 23:58:51 PDT
IR Rainbow Cloud ver 1.1 http://www.instructables.com/id/IR-Rainbow-Cloud-ver-1/
IR Rainbow Cloud ver 1.1 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIQ/HAPV/HFD1KEBY/FIQHAPVHFD1KEBY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIQ/HAPV/HFD1KEBY/FIQHAPVHFD1KEBY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIQ/HAPV/HFD1KEBY/FIQHAPVHFD1KEBY.SMALL.jpg dablondeemu Hello Instructables! Here is the new build of my Infared Led Rainbow Cloud. Super easy to build, all you need is leds, resistors and an infrared sensor. Heres what's changed - Better code - Requires a remote with fewer buttons - Wall mount - Power supply (not usb) - More detailed instructions - S...
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Mon, 15 Apr 2013 22:37:45 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
Zombie Attack! Easy to build! http://www.instructables.com/id/Zombie-Attack-Easy-to-build/
Zombie Attack! Easy to build! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ0/JLVV/HFD176XY/FZ0JLVVHFD176XY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ0/JLVV/HFD176XY/FZ0JLVVHFD176XY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ0/JLVV/HFD176XY/FZ0JLVVHFD176XY.SMALL.jpg simonfrfr Hello, I am here, presenting you, another project, which is low in cost, that is easy to build. Zombies are attacking, and you need a way to defend against them, so you decide to build the zombie rifle to defend against Zombies. Overall, this project is a low cost, quick build. Most if not all of th...
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Sun, 14 Apr 2013 19:13:20 PDT
Plane in a Globe - Hacking A PIR Sensor To Do Your Bidding http://www.instructables.com/id/Plane-in-a-Globe-Hacking-A-PIR-Sensor-To-Do-Your/
Plane in a Globe - Hacking A PIR Sensor To Do Your Bidding - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBG/GEXY/HFD0Z846/FBGGEXYHFD0Z846.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBG/GEXY/HFD0Z846/FBGGEXYHFD0Z846.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBG/GEXY/HFD0Z846/FBGGEXYHFD0Z846.SMALL.jpg lonesoulsurfer Hi All. Ever had an idea pop into your head and you can't stop thinking about it?  Well my idea was to have a tiny plane spinning inside a light bulb, activated by a sensor!  Yes I know - not much of an idea but there it is.  First I prowled the internet trying to find the right type of sensor and...
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Sun, 14 Apr 2013 04:44:00 PDT
Making Light Painting Spirographs http://www.instructables.com/id/Making-Light-Painting-Spirographs/
Making Light Painting Spirographs - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTK/I366/H5IRWA4O/FTKI366H5IRWA4O.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTK/I366/H5IRWA4O/FTKI366H5IRWA4O.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTK/I366/H5IRWA4O/FTKI366H5IRWA4O.SMALL.jpg nkraus1 In this instructable I will show you how to make light painting spirographs, which are one of my favorite techniques in light painting. First of all I do not take credit for this idea, I know it has been done long before my time, but I feel the necessity to spread it further. You will also need to ...
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Sat, 13 Apr 2013 23:26:16 PDT
9 Volt Rechargeable Mini MagicMarilia Led Flash-light (awesome blinding 600 lumens power in your palm) http://www.instructables.com/id/9-Volt-rechargeable-Mini-flash-light-awesome-bli/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZM/5U10/HFD0Z9IP/FZM5U10HFD0Z9IP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZM/5U10/HFD0Z9IP/FZM5U10HFD0Z9IP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZM/5U10/HFD0Z9IP/FZM5U10HFD0Z9IP.SMALL.jpg MagicMarilia I embarked upon this project due to need, but it turned out well due to results. I hope you will enjoy it, as much as I did and get great power in your palm of your hand and best thing is you can recharge it. And keep the power for long long time. Below I've outlined everything you might need. Bel...
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Fri, 12 Apr 2013 11:12:14 PDT
Steampunk Emergency Nightlight http://www.instructables.com/id/Steampunk-Emergency-Nightlight/
Steampunk Emergency Nightlight - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRL/AKQL/HF23R86N/FRLAKQLHF23R86N.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRL/AKQL/HF23R86N/FRLAKQLHF23R86N.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRL/AKQL/HF23R86N/FRLAKQLHF23R86N.SMALL.jpg ElmarM I was watching the evening news, and it was reported that a line of spring storms were brewing throughout the mid-west. I used to live within tornado alley and I remembered how bad these storms could be. I also remembered losing power a number of times (not fun).   So, what happens when you lose yo...
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Mon, 8 Apr 2013 17:21:42 PDT
USB Powered Custom Logo Light http://www.instructables.com/id/USB-Powered-Custom-Logo-Light/
USB Powered Custom Logo Light - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4N/JNWC/HF23WDAP/F4NJNWCHF23WDAP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4N/JNWC/HF23WDAP/F4NJNWCHF23WDAP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4N/JNWC/HF23WDAP/F4NJNWCHF23WDAP.SMALL.jpg zagzero This is submitted in the Make to Learn Youth Contest, and it requires me to add questions and answers. Here are the questions: 1 - What did you make? 2 - How did you make it? 3 - Where did you make it? 4 - What did you learn? Answer to all four questions: I like using LEDs to light up things, but ...
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Mon, 8 Apr 2013 14:17:24 PDT
light detection + data logging white arduino http://www.instructables.com/id/light-detection-data-logging-white-arduino/
light detection + data logging white arduino - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1H/6V55/HF23X1EJ/F1H6V55HF23X1EJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1H/6V55/HF23X1EJ/F1H6V55HF23X1EJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1H/6V55/HF23X1EJ/F1H6V55HF23X1EJ.SMALL.jpg DKN I can not write English, this is all from the Netherlands to the English translated by google translator what did you make I'm so finicking that the brightest light point with 1 search ldr. in the future for me to serve a solar panel toward the sun to set. Therefore it must be the brightest...
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Sun, 7 Apr 2013 03:06:37 PDT
Simple Light Following Robot http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Light-Following-Robot-1/
Simple Light Following Robot - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5G/GT1L/HF23MV3K/F5GGT1LHF23MV3K.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5G/GT1L/HF23MV3K/F5GGT1LHF23MV3K.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5G/GT1L/HF23MV3K/F5GGT1LHF23MV3K.SMALL.jpg ZRob314 This simple project will demonstrate how to create a robot that will use two low cost photo resistors to follow a flash light. It will also demonstrate a very simple control loop.  A control loop is an important concept in the world of robotics.  Control loops are used for everything from...
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Sat, 6 Apr 2013 20:10:34 PDT
Shadow Poster http://www.instructables.com/id/Shadow-Poster/
Shadow Poster - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSX/1HC6/HFBKEQ0C/FSX1HC6HFBKEQ0C.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSX/1HC6/HFBKEQ0C/FSX1HC6HFBKEQ0C.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSX/1HC6/HFBKEQ0C/FSX1HC6HFBKEQ0C.SMALL.jpg ladyfreak with this project I want to hack the regular infographic poster using projection of light. Instead of constructing my visual representation of data using just graphics, I engraved those data on Plexiglas strips using illustrator, rhino, and a CNC milling machine. I designed angle brackets in rhino a...
By: ladyfreak

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Sat, 6 Apr 2013 10:50:15 PDT
LED PVC Chair w/ reading light http://www.instructables.com/id/LED-PVC-Chair-w-reading-light/
LED PVC Chair w/ reading light - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1F/MBQW/HEXSSB2R/F1FMBQWHEXSSB2R.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1F/MBQW/HEXSSB2R/F1FMBQWHEXSSB2R.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1F/MBQW/HEXSSB2R/F1FMBQWHEXSSB2R.SMALL.jpg SHS_PnE With minimal material requirements, you can turn your homemade PVC chair into a comfortable reading space- even if it's in a dark room! By attaching LED lights to a simple everyday CD, you can read at all hours of the night.  YOU WILL NEED: - 2 CDs (preferably unused) - 9 LED lights (color accordin...
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Fri, 5 Apr 2013 05:25:13 PDT
Solar Tree Lights http://www.instructables.com/id/Solar-Tree-Lights/
Solar Tree Lights - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Z/47KK/HF23PTW2/F7Z47KKHF23PTW2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Z/47KK/HF23PTW2/F7Z47KKHF23PTW2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Z/47KK/HF23PTW2/F7Z47KKHF23PTW2.SMALL.jpg MidnightMaker This Instructable shows how to turn solar powered pathway lights into solar powered tree lights. It's not always convenient or safe to to run AC extension cords all over the garden to power lighted decorations. Solar powered lights carry their own power source with them and can be hung anywhere they...
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Wed, 3 Apr 2013 18:38:56 PDT
DIY UV LED Light - See The World In A New Light http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-UV-LED-Light-See-The-World-In-A-New-Light/
DIY UV LED Light - See The World In A New Light - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7P/WPDZ/HERLZTVL/F7PWPDZHERLZTVL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7P/WPDZ/HERLZTVL/F7PWPDZHERLZTVL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7P/WPDZ/HERLZTVL/F7PWPDZHERLZTVL.SMALL.jpg XOIIO I've always liked experimenting with things, and seeing things in new ways or from different perspectives, so I got interested in UV Lights, however I don't like tube technology, it offers easier use and us much cheaper but an LED version is a neat project, if rechargeable and doesn't generate heat,...
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Wed, 3 Apr 2013 14:41:23 PDT
Thermoelectric Fan Powered by a Candle http://www.instructables.com/id/Thermoelectric-Fan-Driven-by-a-Candle/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAL/IAK8/HEXSGBOS/FALIAK8HEXSGBOS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAL/IAK8/HEXSGBOS/FALIAK8HEXSGBOS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAL/IAK8/HEXSGBOS/FALIAK8HEXSGBOS.SMALL.jpg Joohansson A Thermoelectric generator powered by a tealight. It started as an experiment of how much power I could get from one candle. But I liked the idea and it worked really well so I built this electric-mechanical ornament. I did not use a high temperature TEG-module, but instead a cheap TEC-module. That ...
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Sat, 30 Mar 2013 03:04:10 PDT
Indestructable LED lanterns http://www.instructables.com/id/Indestructable-LED-lanterns/
Indestructable LED lanterns - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD2/DS6A/HET0ROXE/FD2DS6AHET0ROXE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD2/DS6A/HET0ROXE/FD2DS6AHET0ROXE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD2/DS6A/HET0ROXE/FD2DS6AHET0ROXE.SMALL.jpg jduffy54 After seeing the article "the eternal flame" in MAKE: Magazine, my first thought upos seeing the project was that it's not really "eternal" because you can't change the battery if it's glued shut!  After reading, I saw that it used teflon tape to make it watertight and re-openable, but not before a ...
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Fri, 29 Mar 2013 15:51:36 PDT
Simple USB Led light http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-USB-Led-light/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0R/UH6U/HET0YBVA/F0RUH6UHET0YBVA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0R/UH6U/HET0YBVA/F0RUH6UHET0YBVA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0R/UH6U/HET0YBVA/F0RUH6UHET0YBVA.SMALL.jpg tealk i dont want to speak much i will just show you how to make. first you will need is solder iron and solder ofc. then you need 3 white led (its about 5 cents each=15 cents , it depends where you buy, i bought it in Serbia and here is 10 cents per one) 1st. step is to cut off one end of usb 2nd,  then ...
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Fri, 29 Mar 2013 11:26:12 PDT