Instructables: exploring - technology - Video - popular http://www.instructables.com Tue, 18 Jun 2013 14:37:20 PDT BLOX v1.01 How to embed any video into a webpage using HTML5 http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-embed-any-video-into-a-webpage-using-HTML5/
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Sat, 15 Jun 2013 16:58:32 PDT
3d Printed Merlin Style Steadicam: MO-FLO 1.0 http://www.instructables.com/id/3d-Printed-Merlin-Style-Steadicam-MO-FLO-10/
3d Printed Merlin Style Steadicam: MO-FLO 1.0 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ8/V366/HG85C6UF/FJ8V366HG85C6UF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ8/V366/HG85C6UF/FJ8V366HG85C6UF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ8/V366/HG85C6UF/FJ8V366HG85C6UF.SMALL.jpg Mr. Noack Let me introduce the MO-FLO 1.0, another one of my entries into the world of DIY camera stabilization equipment. The MO-FLO, short for MOVIE and FLOW, is a 3d printed Merlin style steadicam. In case you're new to the subject, Steadicam is a trademarked name for a company that produces camera stabil...
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Wed, 12 Jun 2013 12:47:25 PDT
Making a Night-Vision Webcam http://www.instructables.com/id/Making-a-Night-Vision-Webcam/
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Wed, 17 May 2006 17:51:45 PDT
Perspective (POV) rig for iPhone 4 http://www.instructables.com/id/Perspective-POV-rig-for-iPhone-4/
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Mon, 6 May 2013 15:25:31 PDT
Experimenting with Small Parts On Your 3D Printer http://www.instructables.com/id/Use-Your-3D-Printer-As-An-Injection-Molder/
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Thu, 2 May 2013 15:30:15 PDT
How to make a video slide show with iMovie. http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-video-slide-show-with-iMovie/
How to make a video slide show with iMovie. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGT/XXAA/FGQRQ3UT/FGTXXAAFGQRQ3UT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGT/XXAA/FGQRQ3UT/FGTXXAAFGQRQ3UT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGT/XXAA/FGQRQ3UT/FGTXXAAFGQRQ3UT.SMALL.jpg martymunch In this instructable I will show you the basics of iMovie and try to teach you how to put together a great video edit and slide show. This can be accomplished with a lot of other software but iMovie comes with a new Mac. If you own a Mac you already have this, SCORE! I recently purchased a new MacBo...
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Mon, 9 Jun 2008 16:14:17 PDT
How to Make a Raspberry Pi Media Panel (fka Digital Photo Frame) http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Raspberry-Pi-Media-Panel-fka-Digita/
How to Make a Raspberry Pi Media Panel (fka Digital Photo Frame) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLM/NH3P/HFBKA1NY/FLMNH3PHFBKA1NY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLM/NH3P/HFBKA1NY/FLMNH3PHFBKA1NY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLM/NH3P/HFBKA1NY/FLMNH3PHFBKA1NY.SMALL.jpg andyjagoe The goal of this project was to create a low cost Raspberry Pi Media Panel--a nice looking screen that could stand in the living room or attach to the refrigerator with the primary purpose of streaming personal photo and video content full time, but also be able to do some other cool things when nee...
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Wed, 10 Apr 2013 19:45:38 PDT
How to make led lamp to save dollars http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-led-lamp-to-save-dollars/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJN/JCA9/HEXSSEA7/FJNJCA9HEXSSEA7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJN/JCA9/HEXSSEA7/FJNJCA9HEXSSEA7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJN/JCA9/HEXSSEA7/FJNJCA9HEXSSEA7.SMALL.jpg macobt Replace old incandescent bulb with leds,homemade led lamp made of 8 pieces 1 watt leds connected in serial array,one array have 5 leds,other have 3 leds.Total 8 watts of led light replace about 60 watts  incandescent light. Subscribe to my youtube channel:http://www.youtube.com/user/macobt Visit b...
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Tue, 2 Apr 2013 08:29:57 PDT
How to make air duster http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-air-duster/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW6/VDAT/HEXSRZIE/FW6VDATHEXSRZIE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW6/VDAT/HEXSRZIE/FW6VDATHEXSRZIE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW6/VDAT/HEXSRZIE/FW6VDATHEXSRZIE.SMALL.jpg macobt Here is a quick, easy and fun way to make refillable air duster. Visit my blogspot:http://macoprojects.blogspot.com/ or visit my channel:https://www.youtube.com/user/macobt
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Sun, 31 Mar 2013 15:41:44 PDT
DIY Camera Crane - The Wooster Sherlock 2.0 with Manual Tilt http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Camera-Crane-The-Wooster-Sherlock-20-with-M/
DIY Camera Crane - The Wooster Sherlock 2.0 with Manual Tilt - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNP/C0TN/HERLZSXO/FNPC0TNHERLZSXO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNP/C0TN/HERLZSXO/FNPC0TNHERLZSXO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNP/C0TN/HERLZSXO/FNPC0TNHERLZSXO.SMALL.jpg Mr. Noack The second Wooster Sherlock camera crane was built on the cheap for sure. Using only one pole cuts down the cost. Instead of having one crane that does it all, I decided to build this model specifically for manual tilt shots. The other great feature of this version is the ability to set up the camer...
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Thu, 28 Mar 2013 11:38:18 PDT
SharedCinema http://www.instructables.com/id/SharedCinema/
SharedCinema - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIN/ARIU/HEBNHABC/FINARIUHEBNHABC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIN/ARIU/HEBNHABC/FINARIUHEBNHABC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIN/ARIU/HEBNHABC/FINARIUHEBNHABC.SMALL.jpg beau_trincia You know when dinner parties turn into video watch-a-thons? Let’s do that, but in public. Shared Cinema is a public video jukebox that activates urban spaces! As much as we love sharing and watching YouTube and Vimeo from our browsers, these experiences are insular. While in a public space that is ...
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Mon, 18 Mar 2013 01:09:39 PDT
DIY Google Glass AKA the "Beady-i" http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Google-Glasses-AKA-the-Beady-i/
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Fri, 15 Mar 2013 15:00:35 PDT
DIY Muscle Sensor / EMG Circuit for a Microcontroller http://www.instructables.com/id/Muscle-EMG-Sensor-for-a-Microcontroller/
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Mon, 27 Jun 2011 05:56:42 PDT
Microcontroller controlled Home Entertainment System http://www.instructables.com/id/Microcontroller-controlled-Home-Entertainment-Syst/
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Tue, 26 Feb 2013 19:48:35 PST
How to Make a Cell Phone / iPhone Camera Boom and Tripod http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Cell-Phone-iPhone-Camera-Boom-and-/
How to Make a Cell Phone / iPhone Camera Boom and Tripod - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F56/D440/HD4VG73L/F56D440HD4VG73L.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F56/D440/HD4VG73L/F56D440HD4VG73L.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F56/D440/HD4VG73L/F56D440HD4VG73L.SMALL.jpg hyperfocused72 Building projects is fun, but it is even more fun when you can share them with other people.  I was looking for a way to use my iPhone camera to videotape some of my craft projects but couldn’t find what I needed, so I just decided to build it and document the process as my first Instructable.  I wa...
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Mon, 25 Feb 2013 21:14:32 PST
Camera-rig/Stabilizer for less than 10Euro - Small or big camera http://www.instructables.com/id/Camera-rigStabilizer-for-less-than-10Euro-Small/
Camera-rig/Stabilizer for less than 10Euro - Small or big camera - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOA/E7M0/HCV99I58/FOAE7M0HCV99I58.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOA/E7M0/HCV99I58/FOAE7M0HCV99I58.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOA/E7M0/HCV99I58/FOAE7M0HCV99I58.SMALL.jpg matthieutje65 This is a quick tutorial I wanted to share with you guys. This is a very easy and cheap tutorial that can be done with some basic tools. You can use it as in the first part and get a more professional look by finishing it with a carbonfiber Di-Noc foil and some black paint if you want to... If you'r...
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Thu, 7 Feb 2013 12:31:12 PST
GoPro Vehicle Mounts: The Magnet Mount http://www.instructables.com/id/GoPro-Vehicle-Mounts-The-Magnet-Mount/
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Tue, 7 Aug 2012 08:47:08 PDT
How to make a simple stop motion video using Windows Movie Maker http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-simple-stop-motion-video-using-Windo/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F73/1W0W/FOHXB9SA/F731W0WFOHXB9SA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F73/1W0W/FOHXB9SA/F731W0WFOHXB9SA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F73/1W0W/FOHXB9SA/F731W0WFOHXB9SA.SMALL.jpg stranoster This is, to put it simply, a five minute project I made at school to show I could put together a simple film.These are a few examples of stopmotions that a friend and I worked together on, although never spending enough time on them.My Animated Milk - Shortlisted for TropJR in AustraliaLego Tetris (...
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Sun, 14 Dec 2008 00:49:07 PST
Easy 30 Minute Pocket Digital Microscope http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-30-Minute-Pocket-Digital-Microscope/
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Sun, 20 Jan 2013 15:50:07 PST
Raspberry Pi: Completely Wireless IP Camera. Solar Battery Pack, WiFi, Logitech Camera, Raspbian http://www.instructables.com/id/Raspberry-Pi-Completely-Wireless-IP-Camera-Solar/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQE/9ZP0/HAVGKKJB/FQE9ZP0HAVGKKJB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQE/9ZP0/HAVGKKJB/FQE9ZP0HAVGKKJB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQE/9ZP0/HAVGKKJB/FQE9ZP0HAVGKKJB.SMALL.jpg rjwarpath This is one of the first projects I did with my Raspberry Pi. I wanted to see if I could make a completely wireless web cam and set it to stream over the internet. Below are the steps and items I used. All items except for the Raspberry Pi were purchased from ebay.com Raspberry Pi Model B 512MB RA...
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Mon, 21 Jan 2013 07:30:52 PST
Face detection and tracking with Arduino and OpenCV http://www.instructables.com/id/Face-detection-and-tracking-with-Arduino-and-OpenC/
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Fri, 9 Dec 2011 18:18:33 PST
Phone Mount on Plane Seat http://www.instructables.com/id/Phone-Mount-on-Plane-Seat/
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Fri, 18 Jan 2013 18:51:58 PST
How To Make an Impromptu Camera Stabilizer http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Make-an-Impromptu-Camera-Stabilizer/
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Mon, 14 Jan 2013 14:37:24 PST
External Xbox 360 Hard Drive (HDD) http://www.instructables.com/id/External-Xbox-360-Hard-Drive-HDD/
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Thu, 9 Apr 2009 11:09:14 PDT
FocusShifter - Lens Mounted Follow Focus for DSLR and Video Cameras http://www.instructables.com/id/FocusShifter-Lens-Mounted-Follow-Focus-for-DSLR-/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0L/OXR1/H1YOHA38/F0LOXR1H1YOHA38.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0L/OXR1/H1YOHA38/F0LOXR1H1YOHA38.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0L/OXR1/H1YOHA38/F0LOXR1H1YOHA38.SMALL.jpg engineerable The Lens/Focus Shifter is a stand-alone follow focus and focus marker board that can be used on any camera lens. No extra equipment is required. This started out as a DIY project, but I discovered that a lot of film makers didn't have the time or resource to make this themselves, so I have put a lot...
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Tue, 8 May 2012 08:48:30 PDT
DIY Follow Focus for DSLRs http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Follow-Focus-for-DSLRs/
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Sat, 15 Dec 2012 11:33:47 PST
GoPro Tripod Stand Plate http://www.instructables.com/id/GoPro-Tripod-Stand-Plate/
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Mon, 26 Nov 2012 20:39:34 PST
Create a Light Painting Animation http://www.instructables.com/id/Create-a-Light-Painting-Animation/
Create a Light Painting Animation - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBI/ZAKS/H4VQKTN7/FBIZAKSH4VQKTN7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBI/ZAKS/H4VQKTN7/FBIZAKSH4VQKTN7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBI/ZAKS/H4VQKTN7/FBIZAKSH4VQKTN7.SMALL.jpg nkraus1 A couple months ago I created a light painting animation for my schools annual film festival. Unfortunately after several mishaps it was not able to be played that night, so I put it on facebook and it got good reception. I have decided to publicize how I've created this animation, because I find ...
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Thu, 2 Aug 2012 20:21:52 PDT
RaspberryPi Powered Wearable Computer http://www.instructables.com/id/RaspberryPi-Powered-Wearable-Computer/
RaspberryPi Powered Wearable Computer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F29/KRA5/H8RVBII7/F29KRA5H8RVBII7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F29/KRA5/H8RVBII7/F29KRA5H8RVBII7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F29/KRA5/H8RVBII7/F29KRA5H8RVBII7.SMALL.jpg meztek I have been interested in wearable computing for a while.  Until the RaspberryPi was released, there was no affordable and compact option for the computer part of a wearable computer.  My original setup used a laptop in a backpack, but that is a little too big to be practical.  I have seen a lot of ...
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Sun, 28 Oct 2012 20:35:42 PDT
How to make a VHS video toaster http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-VHS-video-toaster/
How to make a VHS video toaster - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSC/32HO/FR123FEK/FSC32HOFR123FEK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSC/32HO/FR123FEK/FSC32HOFR123FEK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSC/32HO/FR123FEK/FSC32HOFR123FEK.SMALL.jpg lemonie The inspiration for this project came from BBC TV's The Young Ones. This video clip should explain the idea well enough.The project was simple: convert a VHS video machine to make toast, and eject it through the cassette slot. If I thought anyone would attempt this (and they shouldn't) I'd offer the...
By: lemonie

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Sun, 15 Feb 2009 12:39:47 PST
Radio Controlled Cable Dolly for Small Format Cameras http://www.instructables.com/id/RC-Cable-Dolly-for-Small-Format-Cameras-and-Phones/
Radio Controlled Cable Dolly for Small Format Cameras - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWT/RH5E/H74328YY/FWTRH5EH74328YY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWT/RH5E/H74328YY/FWTRH5EH74328YY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWT/RH5E/H74328YY/FWTRH5EH74328YY.SMALL.jpg Nachimir Using some relatively simple construction techniques and off the shelf RC parts, you can make a small, fast, reliable cable dolly to carry a small format camera, and get you footage like this: and this: and this: At lower speeds, it suffers a little bit of wobbling. Having a sec...
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Sun, 16 Sep 2012 02:29:37 PDT
Reginald: a UDP surveillance bot; control via the Internet http://www.instructables.com/id/Reginald-a-UDP-surveillance-bot-control-via-the-/
Reginald: a UDP surveillance bot; control via the Internet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTC/UOLB/H71Y65WY/FTCUOLBH71Y65WY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTC/UOLB/H71Y65WY/FTCUOLBH71Y65WY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTC/UOLB/H71Y65WY/FTCUOLBH71Y65WY.SMALL.jpg N.fletch Reginald started from the simple, yet bold idea to control a bot from anywhere in the world with a live video feed. What I wasn't expecting was for Reginald to develop into an involved, feature rich project. With my work and money, I was able to complete a project exactly to my satisfaction and more...
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Thu, 13 Sep 2012 21:49:55 PDT
GoPro HD Hero 101 http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-use-a-GoPro-Hero-HD-Camera-A-Z/
GoPro HD Hero 101 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKD/LAYT/GE38T3G8/FKDLAYTGE38T3G8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKD/LAYT/GE38T3G8/FKDLAYTGE38T3G8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKD/LAYT/GE38T3G8/FKDLAYTGE38T3G8.SMALL.jpg emihackr97 This is a tutorial on how to use the GoPro Hero HD camera from A-Z Before we start Before we start:   -Make sure the battery is in the camera and charged.   -Put on the housing (the housing lens affects the image, so if it's not on your image may look distorted) turning ON/OFF To turn on the c...
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Tue, 14 Sep 2010 17:28:08 PDT
How to download almost any video using Safari http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-download-almost-any-video-using-Safari/
How to download almost any video using Safari - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKH/9DWD/FTDBMTCD/FKH9DWDFTDBMTCD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKH/9DWD/FTDBMTCD/FKH9DWDFTDBMTCD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKH/9DWD/FTDBMTCD/FKH9DWDFTDBMTCD.SMALL.jpg lotsofstuff This is an easy tutorial to download almost any video on the web using the web browser Safari. This should work with almost any video. I will be download from youtube as an example. Safari Step one is just to make sure you have the most recent version of Safari. You can download it here:http://ww...
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Fri, 10 Apr 2009 17:21:15 PDT
How to add Chroma key (green screen effects) to a movie for FREE! http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-add-Chroma-key-green-screen-effects-to-a-/
How to add Chroma key (green screen effects) to a movie for FREE! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FEB/IATE/F1B3R70U/FEBIATEF1B3R70U.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FEB/IATE/F1B3R70U/FEBIATEF1B3R70U.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FEB/IATE/F1B3R70U/FEBIATEF1B3R70U.SMALL.jpg BluryBlue UPDATE NOTE: A new intructable that shows how to use a free, bigger and better program to add Green Screen effects to your movie has been madeWanna make a movie like the pros? Using green screen editing? It's all free (besides the actual green screen itself) with this awsome program. Debug Mode's WA...
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Thu, 28 Jun 2007 14:43:33 PDT
How to make a homemade pocket knife sharpener #2 http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-pocket-knife-sharpener-2/
How to make a homemade pocket knife sharpener #2 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM0/95C8/H1ZG6Z8H/FM095C8H1ZG6Z8H.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM0/95C8/H1ZG6Z8H/FM095C8H1ZG6Z8H.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM0/95C8/H1ZG6Z8H/FM095C8H1ZG6Z8H.SMALL.jpg coolbeansbaby68 Here is a picture of the finished sharpener ready to start sharpening small knives.. Knife holder plans Here is the illustration  plan i drew  for making the knife blade holder. pocket knive blade holder fabrication Pic#1  Shows  me milling   the 3/8 wide slots by  3/4 of a inch long. pic #1,...
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Tue, 15 May 2012 07:44:06 PDT
Printable Tilt-Shift Lens Adapter http://www.instructables.com/id/Printable-Tilt-Shift-Lens-Adapter/
Printable Tilt-Shift Lens Adapter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F19/RDLL/H1YOHI55/F19RDLLH1YOHI55.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F19/RDLL/H1YOHI55/F19RDLLH1YOHI55.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F19/RDLL/H1YOHI55/F19RDLLH1YOHI55.SMALL.jpg JoeMurphy     How to make your own 3D Printed Tilt-Shift Lens Adapter. Tilt-shift lenses are used to create a miniature effect or a very shallow depth of field in your photography. This has long been a great and well documented DIY project, mostly because professional tilt-shift lens and adaptors are ve...
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Tue, 8 May 2012 11:54:16 PDT
DSLR Shoulder Rig http://www.instructables.com/id/DSLR-Shoulder-Rig/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV1/363X/H1JUI7C6/FV1363XH1JUI7C6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV1/363X/H1JUI7C6/FV1363XH1JUI7C6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV1/363X/H1JUI7C6/FV1363XH1JUI7C6.SMALL.jpg benfloom After surfing the World Wide Web and coming up empty handed I figured I'd design one myself. "Design what?" you are probably asking yourself and the answer to that question is a DSLR Shoulder Rig. If you haven't noticed it costs upwards of $200 to buy a half decent shoulder stabilizer for a DSLR and...
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Sat, 28 Apr 2012 11:49:47 PDT
PixelLux- A 64 Pixel RGB LED Video Screen http://www.instructables.com/id/PixelLux-A-64-Pixel-RGB-LED-Video-Screen/
PixelLux- A 64 Pixel RGB LED Video Screen - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQV/ZBX9/H12SVDXG/FQVZBX9H12SVDXG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQV/ZBX9/H12SVDXG/FQVZBX9H12SVDXG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQV/ZBX9/H12SVDXG/FQVZBX9H12SVDXG.SMALL.jpg ajdi123 EDIT:  Wow, I didn't think this project would be so looked at on instructables! thanks for taking a look :). I have a crappy video that I'll upload, but sadly I was an idiot and burnt out my teensy... so I'll post a video of the whole thing working later!  Hi Instructables! The following is a quic...
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Thu, 19 Apr 2012 07:18:01 PDT
FireHero: Turn Guitar Hero into an extreme sport by adding flamethrowers! http://www.instructables.com/id/FireHero-Turn-Guitar-Hero-into-an-extreme-sport-b/
FireHero: Turn Guitar Hero into an extreme sport by adding flamethrowers! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0V/4BIW/H0OJ2TWQ/F0V4BIWH0OJ2TWQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0V/4BIW/H0OJ2TWQ/F0V4BIWH0OJ2TWQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0V/4BIW/H0OJ2TWQ/F0V4BIWH0OJ2TWQ.SMALL.jpg oswaldonfire So, long ago I  had read about propane fire poofers. They're pretty cool... I mean, who doesn't love fire?! But, no matter how awesome, they could get pretty boring after a while of seeing the same large fireball. I never built one because I wanted something that would be exci...
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Tue, 10 Apr 2012 10:50:08 PDT
Camera Battery Adapter http://www.instructables.com/id/Camera-Battery-Adapter/
Camera Battery Adapter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZU/3GX3/GX51873L/FZU3GX3GX51873L.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZU/3GX3/GX51873L/FZU3GX3GX51873L.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZU/3GX3/GX51873L/FZU3GX3GX51873L.SMALL.jpg DerekMellott I built this adapter in order to add larger battery capacity for prolonged time lapse shooting, it will work for adding battery hours to your camera or anything at a fraction of the price of commercial options.  Be aware that messing around with electricity can be dangerous to you and your equipm...
By: DerekMellott

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Fri, 16 Mar 2012 08:12:15 PDT
steadycam http://www.instructables.com/id/SteadiCam/
steadycam - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT7/8X92/GX5XKRF2/FT78X92GX5XKRF2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT7/8X92/GX5XKRF2/FT78X92GX5XKRF2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT7/8X92/GX5XKRF2/FT78X92GX5XKRF2.SMALL.jpg spiderham I've been looking at steadycams for awhile now but haven't been very keen on the price of the brand name ones. There are a few that go for a fraction of the brand name rigs but they look simple enough to make, so here we are... Materials List MATERIALS: -1 - 36" L, 1" W, 1/8" T aluminum flat sto...
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Tue, 14 Feb 2012 17:59:34 PST
USB Biofeedback Game Controller http://www.instructables.com/id/USB-Biofeedback-Game-Controller/
USB Biofeedback Game Controller - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWN/RYX6/GW3WR9I9/FWNRYX6GW3WR9I9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWN/RYX6/GW3WR9I9/FWNRYX6GW3WR9I9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWN/RYX6/GW3WR9I9/FWNRYX6GW3WR9I9.SMALL.jpg Gundanium Building upon our last tutorial, which taught you how to build a muscle sensor, we've decided to give you a project that really showcases the power of our muscle (EMG) sensors. Advancer Technologies’ “USB Biofeedback Game Controller” harnesses the power of electromyography to allow players to direct...
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Thu, 15 Dec 2011 05:17:28 PST
Make an iPod Video Projector http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-an-iPod-Video-Projector/
Make an iPod Video Projector - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPO/S84C/FD72PO4I/FPOS84CFD72PO4I.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPO/S84C/FD72PO4I/FPOS84CFD72PO4I.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPO/S84C/FD72PO4I/FPOS84CFD72PO4I.SMALL.jpg tanntraad Project video and pictures on a screen using your iPod! The setup The idea is simple, Focus the light from your iPod onto a nearby screen by means of lenses and mirrors. Cardboard is underrated Making prototypes is fast and easy using cardboard and a glue gun. A layer of black tape and that A...
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Thu, 28 Feb 2008 14:25:29 PST
iPad Tripod Mount http://www.instructables.com/id/iPad-Tripod-Mount/
iPad Tripod Mount - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4M/O9GG/GVCPQVKA/F4MO9GGGVCPQVKA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4M/O9GG/GVCPQVKA/F4MO9GGGVCPQVKA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4M/O9GG/GVCPQVKA/F4MO9GGGVCPQVKA.SMALL.jpg ndpmcintosh There are a number of reasons for needing to attach an iPad to a tripod. Speakers can use an iPad as a teleprompter, musicians can use one to display sheet music or a set list, or to hold the device when using it as an instrument, and artists may want to hold one up while they work. The iPad can als...
By: ndpmcintosh

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Thu, 24 Nov 2011 14:28:06 PST
Ball Bearing Jib Arm w/ Motorized Pan & Tilt http://www.instructables.com/id/Ball-Bearing-Jib-Arm-w-Motorized-Pan-Tilt/
Ball Bearing Jib Arm w/ Motorized Pan & Tilt - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7T/6M15/GVA8VG94/F7T6M15GVA8VG94.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7T/6M15/GVA8VG94/F7T6M15GVA8VG94.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7T/6M15/GVA8VG94/F7T6M15GVA8VG94.SMALL.jpg sensoryhouse Turn a telescope arm, workout bar bell, and scrap metal into a jib arm (camera crane)! This 'Ible to be updated with more info over the next month or two.  If you like this project then check back for updates. Basically there are 6 components to this jib arm, listed in order of difficulty to build...
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Sun, 20 Nov 2011 23:12:15 PST
How to Make a Portable Game System http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Portable-Game-System/
How to Make a Portable Game System - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKS/0S4O/FLJUFKKB/FKS0S4OFLJUFKKB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKS/0S4O/FLJUFKKB/FKS0S4OFLJUFKKB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKS/0S4O/FLJUFKKB/FKS0S4OFLJUFKKB.SMALL.jpg 1up Ever thought about being able to play your favorite game system anywhere? I'm sure you have. Following this guide, you can learn how to 'portablize' the Nintendo Entertainment System. In this Instructable I will teach you everything you need to know to put together a portable. There will be several...
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Tue, 25 Nov 2008 13:59:32 PST
Flip HD Camera Mods and Tips http://www.instructables.com/id/Flip-HD-Camera-Mods-and-Tips/
Flip HD Camera Mods and Tips - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FB8/2PWU/GTUG0R5N/FB82PWUGTUG0R5N.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FB8/2PWU/GTUG0R5N/FB82PWUGTUG0R5N.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FB8/2PWU/GTUG0R5N/FB82PWUGTUG0R5N.SMALL.jpg FlipVans1966 Owners of a Flip HD video camera should be aware of the versatility and the level of customization these lightweight cameras posses. Although the video quality is lesser in comparison to more expensive digital cameras, for not much money and minor handy work, any Flip HD camera can be drastically im...
By: FlipVans1966

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Sun, 16 Oct 2011 20:44:12 PDT
Budget Launch, Aerial Video Balloon http://www.instructables.com/id/Budget-Launch-Aerial-Video-Balloon/
Budget Launch, Aerial Video Balloon - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAB/9P2Z/GQRB6ON1/FAB9P2ZGQRB6ON1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAB/9P2Z/GQRB6ON1/FAB9P2ZGQRB6ON1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAB/9P2Z/GQRB6ON1/FAB9P2ZGQRB6ON1.SMALL.jpg killbox The Hackerspace I "work" at Quelab.net just marked its 1 year open point.  Woohoo!!!!  And so we thought about combining our usual monthly/bimonthly event with a bit of a larger scale project.  And that was to fly a balloon with a camera. But we have a pretty limited budget and a short time frame t...
By: killbox

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Sat, 30 Jul 2011 23:22:09 PDT
Night Vision Camera http://www.instructables.com/id/Night-Vision-Camera-1/
Night Vision Camera - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPO/Q9WW/GOFIKOVF/FPOQ9WWGOFIKOVF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPO/Q9WW/GOFIKOVF/FPOQ9WWGOFIKOVF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPO/Q9WW/GOFIKOVF/FPOQ9WWGOFIKOVF.SMALL.jpg randofo Much like the Light of Eärendil guides Frodo in dark places, so too will your homemade night vision camera be your guiding beacon. Whether out in the woods camping with friends, capturing that elusive glimpse of a Scandinavian troll, or while on a top secret spy mission, this special camera capture...
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Sun, 3 Jul 2011 14:50:37 PDT