Instructables: exploring - technology - light - led - bike http://www.instructables.com Thu, 23 May 2013 19:55:32 PDT BLOX v1.01 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
Car Reindeer Hack! Light it up with LEDs and Bike Lights http://www.instructables.com/id/Car-Reindeer-Hack-Light-it-up-with-LEDs-and-Bike-/
Car Reindeer Hack! Light it up with LEDs and Bike Lights - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1X/3LJK/HAQ2ZCF3/F1X3LJKHAQ2ZCF3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1X/3LJK/HAQ2ZCF3/F1X3LJKHAQ2ZCF3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1X/3LJK/HAQ2ZCF3/F1X3LJKHAQ2ZCF3.SMALL.jpg Solskinner Turn your car into a two ton reindeer and delight children and adults alike! Click on the video to see it in action! My son wanted a nose and antlers that would glow so here is our hack for a glowing reindeer car. If you like my Instructable, please vote for it. Thanks! Music: Kevin MacLeod (in...
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Wed, 2 Jan 2013 20:02:20 PST
Monovelo Monowheel LED modification http://www.instructables.com/id/Monovelo-Monowheel-LED-modification/
Monovelo Monowheel LED modification - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOH/8BSZ/H9K2FQFH/FOH8BSZH9K2FQFH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOH/8BSZ/H9K2FQFH/FOH8BSZH9K2FQFH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOH/8BSZ/H9K2FQFH/FOH8BSZH9K2FQFH.SMALL.jpg mohawkpiper I purchased a Monovelo Monowheel a few years back. I believe they were first seen in the 2008 Beijing Olympics. The company that made them sold them to the public afterward. They come with or without leds in them already. If you get one with, you have 3 choices. Red, White, or Blue. I didn't like t...
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Sat, 17 Nov 2012 17:48:12 PST
700 cd LED Bike Light - from OSRAM Spotlight http://www.instructables.com/id/700-cd-LED-Bike-Light-from-OSRAM-Spotlight/
700 cd LED Bike Light - from OSRAM Spotlight - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTR/K3VS/GXK9UZJ9/FTRK3VSGXK9UZJ9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTR/K3VS/GXK9UZJ9/FTRK3VSGXK9UZJ9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTR/K3VS/GXK9UZJ9/FTRK3VSGXK9UZJ9.SMALL.jpg Almondsbury Puffer I have been tracking the development of LED replacement domestic light bulbs.  It seemed to me, a good domestic spot light would make a great cheap bike front light. The perfect OSRAM spotlight just turned-up in my local DIY shop - so I have had a go. I am very pleased with the results. I recon I h...
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Wed, 18 Jan 2012 12:17:24 PST
1300 Lumen Bike Light http://www.instructables.com/id/1300-Lumen-Bike-Light/
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Sun, 27 Nov 2011 22:01:59 PST
High Power 3-LED Bicycle Light http://www.instructables.com/id/High-Power-3-LED-Bicycle-Light/
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Wed, 12 Jan 2011 21:27:11 PST
n00tron 3D Spherical Volumetric Display - Interactive Exhibit http://www.instructables.com/id/n00tron-3D-Spherical-Display-Interactive-Exhibit/
n00tron 3D Spherical Volumetric Display - Interactive Exhibit - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNZ/58BM/GGMMM01J/FNZ58BMGGMMM01J.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNZ/58BM/GGMMM01J/FNZ58BMGGMMM01J.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNZ/58BM/GGMMM01J/FNZ58BMGGMMM01J.SMALL.jpg dan n00tron is a unique technology and art exhibit. Generative light art is created in the spherical volumetric display with complete interactivity.  Participants have realtime control of the display drawing algorithms using knobs and switches on the control panel. Great fun for all ages, learn about Pe...
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Tue, 16 Nov 2010 22:12:10 PST
Long lasting ultra small super bright bike flashlight http://www.instructables.com/id/Long-lasting-ultra-small-super-bright-bike-flashli/
Long lasting ultra small super bright bike flashlight - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8D/4R9F/GC5ZH8LW/F8D4R9FGC5ZH8LW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8D/4R9F/GC5ZH8LW/F8D4R9FGC5ZH8LW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8D/4R9F/GC5ZH8LW/F8D4R9FGC5ZH8LW.SMALL.jpg elufo After trying unsuccessfully several commercial bike flashlights, I decided to make me one that cover my needs: - Lightweight and very small size. - Rechargeable to prevent the continued waste of AA batteries. - Cheap!!! - Powerful and long-term for long night cycling routes. Due to my limited kno...
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Thu, 29 Jul 2010 02:25:31 PDT
How to make a "MAD MANTIS" weedeater cultivator http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Mantis-weedeater-cultivator/
How to make a "MAD MANTIS" weedeater cultivator - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK9/Z2Q3/GA0O3O1M/FK9Z2Q3GA0O3O1M.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK9/Z2Q3/GA0O3O1M/FK9Z2Q3GA0O3O1M.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK9/Z2Q3/GA0O3O1M/FK9Z2Q3GA0O3O1M.SMALL.jpg coolbeansbaby68 Well i had bought a troy bilt 4 stroke weed eater from lowes and i also bought the tiller attachment with it .Well trouble  was to use it you have to bend over to about 2 feet off the ground for it to do cultivate anything .Ouch back breaker ill tell you !! So naturally the 70 dollar attachm...
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Tue, 8 Jun 2010 00:56:29 PDT
Rechargeable Bike light set with bottle battery http://www.instructables.com/id/Rechargeable-Bike-light-set-with-bottle-battery/
Rechargeable Bike light set with bottle battery - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR4/81FY/G4JNYOMI/FR481FYG4JNYOMI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR4/81FY/G4JNYOMI/FR481FYG4JNYOMI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR4/81FY/G4JNYOMI/FR481FYG4JNYOMI.SMALL.jpg steveo_mcg This is my light set up I've just completed for the long Scottish winters complete with high power front and real LED lights and a rechargeable bottle battery. I've drawn inspiration from a couple of people who are referenced with thanks. Costs Since cost is usually prominent in folks mind I'll ...
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Sun, 17 Jan 2010 15:00:49 PST
Flashing LED Top Tube Pad for your bike http://www.instructables.com/id/Flashing-LED-Top-Tube-Pad-for-your-bike/
Flashing LED Top Tube Pad for your bike - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F56/PXX0/G2HDZBN7/F56PXX0G2HDZBN7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F56/PXX0/G2HDZBN7/F56PXX0G2HDZBN7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F56/PXX0/G2HDZBN7/F56PXX0G2HDZBN7.SMALL.jpg thebadfrank Well it's that time of year again. That's right, the sun is going down early, and it's getting hard to avoid logging some miles on your bike after dark. You likely have great lights front and rear already, but what about on the sides of your bike? When crossing intersections, and cruising down those...
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Wed, 2 Dec 2009 11:32:43 PST
LED Flasher Pack http://www.instructables.com/id/LED-Flasher-Pack/
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Fri, 27 Nov 2009 14:57:36 PST
Bullnose LED Bike Light and Dynamo USB Charger http://www.instructables.com/id/Bullnose-LED-Bike-Light-and-Dynamo-USB-Charger/
Bullnose LED Bike Light and Dynamo USB Charger - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEG/6GV6/G1LD7UTR/FEG6GV6G1LD7UTR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEG/6GV6/G1LD7UTR/FEG6GV6G1LD7UTR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEG/6GV6/G1LD7UTR/FEG6GV6G1LD7UTR.SMALL.jpg hydronics  This bike has a dynamo front hub that is wired to LED lights.  In addition there is a power output via a female USB plug.  You can charge your phone, ipod, GPS or any USB powered device.   In this design, the USB charging station can be unplugged when not in use. When charging the devices can be k...
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Wed, 4 Nov 2009 00:36:09 PST
700-Lumen LED Bike Light http://www.instructables.com/id/700-Lumen-LED-Bike-Light/
700-Lumen LED Bike Light - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0C/6X6D/FYIZH9CQ/F0C6X6DFYIZH9CQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0C/6X6D/FYIZH9CQ/F0C6X6DFYIZH9CQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0C/6X6D/FYIZH9CQ/F0C6X6DFYIZH9CQ.SMALL.jpg 700lumenLED Equivalent light output of a 70-watt halogen bulb but only uses12-watts of power. Beam shots show a building at night 100-ft away illuminated by this LED bike light. Detailed Specs and Parts List are given at the end of Step 8. Building the Enclosure Step 1: Enclosure A. These are the parts ...
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Mon, 31 Aug 2009 10:31:44 PDT
How to compress your psp backups' ISO files into CSO files to save space. http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-compress-your-psp-backups-ISO-files-into-C/
How to compress your psp backups' ISO files into CSO files to save space. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTT/DHH8/FN82TY1V/FTTDHH8FN82TY1V.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTT/DHH8/FN82TY1V/FTTDHH8FN82TY1V.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTT/DHH8/FN82TY1V/FTTDHH8FN82TY1V.SMALL.jpg Steamdnt In this Instructable I will show you how to compress your psps' backups from ISO to CSO to save space on your memory stick, using only one piece of software that is usable with Wine In Ubuntu. You will also need a CFW (Cusstom Firm-Ware) psp to make any use of this. Get the software All y...
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Sun, 9 Nov 2008 19:26:24 PST
Retrofitting LEDs in a Dynamo Bulb http://www.instructables.com/id/Retrofitting-LEDs-in-a-Dynamo-Bulb/
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Sat, 24 May 2008 23:18:44 PDT
DIY Awesome Ghetto LED Glowy Bike; The Hobo Cycle! http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Awesome-LED-Glowy-Bike/
DIY Awesome Ghetto LED Glowy Bike; The Hobo Cycle! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOB/MMEB/FGBQ3VJM/FOBMMEBFGBQ3VJM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOB/MMEB/FGBQ3VJM/FOBMMEBFGBQ3VJM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOB/MMEB/FGBQ3VJM/FOBMMEBFGBQ3VJM.SMALL.jpg shammallamaman This is an easy, ghetto bike project that incorporates things like paint, an iPod speaker, and an LED tube.If you follow the instructable correctly, you should end up with a very nice bike for under $25! This is my first instructable! Materials You can find most of this stuff for very cheap: Duc...
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Sat, 17 May 2008 22:01:30 PDT
How to make a fast blinking LED bike light http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-fast-blinking-LED-bike-light/
How to make a fast blinking LED bike light - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSO/RHGU/FCEILKRX/FSORHGUFCEILKRX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSO/RHGU/FCEILKRX/FSORHGUFCEILKRX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSO/RHGU/FCEILKRX/FSORHGUFCEILKRX.SMALL.jpg comodore In this Instructable I will show you how to make a simple fast blinking LED light that you can attach to your bike or any where you want. It blinks more than 3 times in a second. It is cheaper to make one than to buy one. You can make it whit your favorite LED color,red,green,blue,yellow,RBG... Th...
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Sat, 9 Feb 2008 13:00:46 PST
Portable USB battery pack bike light (with a Luxeon III conversion) http://www.instructables.com/id/Portable-USB-battery-pack-bike-light-with-a-Luxeo/
Portable USB battery pack bike light (with a Luxeon III conversion) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FX2/VEBC/F11S8THW/FX2VEBCF11S8THW.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FX2/VEBC/F11S8THW/FX2VEBCF11S8THW.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FX2/VEBC/F11S8THW/FX2VEBCF11S8THW.SMALL.jpg warlord You've probably seen how handy it can be to have a portable USB power supply for charging iPods, PSP, cellphones etc. I decided to make one but it needed to be multipurpose to justify carrying around the extra weight.I wanted to make it as simple a possible so I decided to use 4 AA sized NiMH batte...
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Tue, 1 May 2007 21:59:47 PDT
LED Bike Light System http://www.instructables.com/id/LED-Bike-Light-System/
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Mon, 15 Jan 2007 08:26:21 PST