http://www.instructables.com Sat, 25 May 2013 17:22:19 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-USB-Magnifying-Lamp/
DIY USB Magnifying Lamp - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ1/N9Q2/HFSHUSML/FZ1N9Q2HFSHUSML.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ1/N9Q2/HFSHUSML/FZ1N9Q2HFSHUSML.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ1/N9Q2/HFSHUSML/FZ1N9Q2HFSHUSML.SMALL.jpg KRA5H I am a columnist at Science 2.0 and in my column, The Square Root of Not, I demonstrate how to build an alcohol burner for a home chemistry set. In my article, I mention that "second-hand stores like Goodwill, Salvation Army, and local mom & pop shops are treasure troves of things to hack or repurpo...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 3 May 2013 15:13:24 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-real-Mini-Crossbow-/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJD/8R88/HFSHF0MX/FJD8R88HFSHF0MX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJD/8R88/HFSHF0MX/FJD8R88HFSHF0MX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJD/8R88/HFSHF0MX/FJD8R88HFSHF0MX.SMALL.jpg TopDIY This the most made mini crossbow ever !, it is the best tutorial for a mini crossbow !, this video shows you how to make it Step by Step. Enjoy and have a great day. :) Youtube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/ValvexFTW PS. Don't forget to Follow me on Instructables ;)
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 26 Apr 2013 17:17:22 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Make-A-HomoPolar-Motor/
How To Make A HomoPolar Motor - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0N/DLRL/HELXCXNW/F0NDLRLHELXCXNW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0N/DLRL/HELXCXNW/F0NDLRLHELXCXNW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0N/DLRL/HELXCXNW/F0NDLRLHELXCXNW.SMALL.jpg GalacticsTutorials You can watch the video, but If you want then check out the steps Materials You're going to need; - 1 3/4 inch circular neodymium magnet http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_2?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=neodymium+magnets+3%2F4&rh=i%3Aaps%2Ck%3Aneodymium+magnets+3%2F4 -  20 gauge soli...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 25 Mar 2013 08:38:04 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Making-Rocket-Fuel-With-Kitchen-Chemistry/
Making Rocket Fuel With Kitchen Chemistry! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4I/HZZB/HEKLLVUZ/F4IHZZBHEKLLVUZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4I/HZZB/HEKLLVUZ/F4IHZZBHEKLLVUZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4I/HZZB/HEKLLVUZ/F4IHZZBHEKLLVUZ.SMALL.jpg The King of Random Today we're doing some kitchen chemistry using common household items.  This is the type of cooking that gets me excited, because I'm experimenting with recipes for solid-state rocket fuel. www.thekingofrandom.com Watch The Video! WARNING: This project should not be attempted without adult...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 22 Mar 2013 11:52:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Change-Furbys-Clock-by-RadioWaves-from-Home-applia/
Change Furbys Clock with RadioWaves - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3R/ASG1/HEBN7XZT/F3RASG1HEBN7XZT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3R/ASG1/HEBN7XZT/F3RASG1HEBN7XZT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3R/ASG1/HEBN7XZT/F3RASG1HEBN7XZT.SMALL.jpg Keiju Sotoguchi Circuit-bending a furby. This hack make it possible to control furbys Clock speed with Radio Waves from Home appliances. Remove a quartz resonator from the board There is a quartz resonator (36.768kHz?) on the bord behind eyes. Remove it with a soldering iron. Soldering wires Solder 2 wire...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 16 Mar 2013 02:35:02 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-50-Home-Theater-Projector-for-March-Madnes/
$5 Home Theater for March Madness - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVY/ANLY/HE7D2UF6/FVYANLYHE7D2UF6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVY/ANLY/HE7D2UF6/FVYANLYHE7D2UF6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVY/ANLY/HE7D2UF6/FVYANLYHE7D2UF6.SMALL.jpg The King of Random Just in time for March Madness!  Here's how to convert your Laptop, Smartphone, or Tablet into a makeshift projector.  It's really cheap, and can add a bit of creative fun to your next sports party! www.thekingofrandom.com Watch The Video! This project is geared mainly toward college stude...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 14 Mar 2013 09:31:08 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Real-Working-Speaker-for-Under-100/
Make a Real Working Speaker for Under $1.00! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYM/MMRO/HCB8KMY6/FYMMMROHCB8KMY6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYM/MMRO/HCB8KMY6/FYMMMROHCB8KMY6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYM/MMRO/HCB8KMY6/FYMMMROHCB8KMY6.SMALL.jpg The King of Random Here's how to make a real working paper plate speaker for under $1.00! Watch the Video! $1 Paper Plate Speaker? Back in 2007, YouTube user HouseholdHacker posted a parody video on how to make a High-Def speaker for under a buck. MythBusters took on the challenge and busted it. Although t...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 26 Jan 2013 14:22:39 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Tornado-Machine/
Tornado Machine - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDZ/H369/HAVCQ8EC/FDZH369HAVCQ8EC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDZ/H369/HAVCQ8EC/FDZH369HAVCQ8EC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDZ/H369/HAVCQ8EC/FDZH369HAVCQ8EC.SMALL.jpg ixisuprflyixi I have made a number of these "tornado machines" in the past and everyone usually enjoys them but because I make things in such a careless way I often don't take photos and everything is one of a kind.  However, Instructables is helping me to change all that. Now I plan and research and make models ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 18 Dec 2012 20:34:09 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-Telescope/
How to make a Telescope - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZP/ALQ5/HBXWS6HI/FZPALQ5HBXWS6HI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZP/ALQ5/HBXWS6HI/FZPALQ5HBXWS6HI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZP/ALQ5/HBXWS6HI/FZPALQ5HBXWS6HI.SMALL.jpg chandrahas aroori I have always wanted to observe the stars, but the equipment was pretty expensive.Have you been fascinated by the stars in the sky?Did you want to get closer to them?Did you ever want a telescope but it was too expensive? Well here's your answer to all these questions:-How to make a telescope!!! ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 14 Nov 2012 22:06:23 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/FM-Radio-Velleman-Mini-Kit-118RS-Modified/
FM Radio Velleman Mini Kit 118RS Modified - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8P/YV2A/H6R3CSAK/F8PYV2AH6R3CSAK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8P/YV2A/H6R3CSAK/F8PYV2AH6R3CSAK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8P/YV2A/H6R3CSAK/F8PYV2AH6R3CSAK.SMALL.jpg powerman666 This is how I modified my FM Radio Velleman Mini Kit 118RS I built alot of these types of kits and mostly they don't come with boxes to protect the circuits. Alot of times they also don't come with parts that accommodate them for being in nice boxes either. So you'll have to buy some extra parts. T...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 9 Sep 2012 00:57:13 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/GIANT-SLOAR-OVEN-from-double-glass-scrap-refrigera/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXB/ATI6/H6738KPP/FXBATI6H6738KPP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXB/ATI6/H6738KPP/FXBATI6H6738KPP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXB/ATI6/H6738KPP/FXBATI6H6738KPP.SMALL.jpg GREENPOWERSCIENCE This is a 75 cu ft Solar over that took about 5 days to build. Every connection is sealed with silicone. The maximum air temp measured with all the mirrors in place reaches 221 F with 70 F outdoor temperature. We have a bit more work to do as 2 collection panels are wood and cannot handle the heat ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 25 Aug 2012 11:04:16 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Diy-Solar-Panel-Series/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8P/A3ZO/H5TVB8BP/F8PA3ZOH5TVB8BP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8P/A3ZO/H5TVB8BP/F8PA3ZOH5TVB8BP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8P/A3ZO/H5TVB8BP/F8PA3ZOH5TVB8BP.SMALL.jpg GREENPOWERSCIENCE This is part 1 of a complete panel video. There will be three inexpensive options of panel sealing.
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 19 Aug 2012 08:34:48 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Hover-Sled-10/
Hover Sled 1.0 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ1/P0A0/H5ENQ3DA/FJ1P0A0H5ENQ3DA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ1/P0A0/H5ENQ3DA/FJ1P0A0H5ENQ3DA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ1/P0A0/H5ENQ3DA/FJ1P0A0H5ENQ3DA.SMALL.jpg z0rb      Some time ago, I saw someone, somewhere floating about on a homemade hovercraft, slapped together with little more than a shower curtain, a piece of plywood and an old vacuum cleaner. This of course set me to thinking about how I could join the ranks of such bold aeronauts of the DIY persuasion...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 5 Aug 2012 11:57:49 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Portal-2-Pillar-Button/
Portal 2 "Pillar Button" - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEL/1RXU/H4VQDV12/FEL1RXUH4VQDV12.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEL/1RXU/H4VQDV12/FEL1RXUH4VQDV12.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEL/1RXU/H4VQDV12/FEL1RXUH4VQDV12.SMALL.jpg big kahuna burger Edit: Instructable rewritten by JGWalrus Hi! My name is Gaston Sueldo, I'm 16, I live in Argentina and yesterday I made this. Get your materials! What I used: (Quite necessary) 1 meter (3.28 feet) of 10.16 cm (4 inches) of white PVC pipe 1m of blue LED strip  1 electric converter 1 on/off ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 1 Aug 2012 19:00:44 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/WLT-10/
WLT 1.0 (line tracer) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNU/905H/H1YOI3I4/FNU905HH1YOI3I4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNU/905H/H1YOI3I4/FNU905HH1YOI3I4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNU/905H/H1YOI3I4/FNU905HH1YOI3I4.SMALL.jpg Wanka7a Hi! This is my first line tracer robot.I made it about 1 or 2 years ago. Line Tracer is a robot that follows a black line on white background. How does it work? The black color doesn't reflect the light but white does.The line is black on white background.When the line is straight the both...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 12 May 2012 07:17:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Science/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F94/5XEL/GZACIZJG/F945XELGZACIZJG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F94/5XEL/GZACIZJG/F945XELGZACIZJG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F94/5XEL/GZACIZJG/F945XELGZACIZJG.SMALL.jpg Pfarmkid Some of the more creative Science Ibles here on Instructables Make A Water Leyden Jar Here is another type of high voltage capacitors - a Salt Water Leyden Jar!Don't know what a leyden jar is? No worries! Read here on Wikipedia!The water leyden jar is easier to make than a normal leyde... Downw...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 4 Mar 2012 10:57:28 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Caramel-Apple-Salad/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7P/RR2T/GRYOQKBS/F7PRR2TGRYOQKBS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7P/RR2T/GRYOQKBS/F7PRR2TGRYOQKBS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7P/RR2T/GRYOQKBS/F7PRR2TGRYOQKBS.SMALL.jpg Little Mom on the Prairie Taffy (Caramel) apples are the quintessential flavor of Autumn. My family is CRAZY about them. We whip up this easy,delicious dessert salad for potlucks, late season cook outs, and as a special dish for the Teacher's Appreciation lunch every October. This is great in the summer, too - any time apple...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 30 Aug 2011 10:54:06 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Robot-Surgery-Game/
Robot Surgery Game - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7U/B5PA/GONGICUK/F7UB5PAGONGICUK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7U/B5PA/GONGICUK/F7UB5PAGONGICUK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7U/B5PA/GONGICUK/F7UB5PAGONGICUK.SMALL.jpg randofo Not just anyone can perform surgery. It takes decades of schooling and years of experience to become a surgeon. Fortunately, most anyone can not only play operation, but build their own custom operation game. In this way you can practice removing unnecessary bits from whatever sentient life-form yo...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 7 Jul 2011 10:34:16 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Floating-Pennies/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRT/T223/GKLJ5YCR/FRTT223GKLJ5YCR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRT/T223/GKLJ5YCR/FRTT223GKLJ5YCR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRT/T223/GKLJ5YCR/FRTT223GKLJ5YCR.SMALL.jpg 3BricksHigher Make Pennies Float & Also How to Bend Pennies!
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 1 Mar 2011 15:45:20 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Episode-29-The-Flashlight-Toothbrush-Plus-bonus-/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4P/ULMO/G5FR5FR9/F4PULMOG5FR5FR9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4P/ULMO/G5FR5FR9/F4PULMOG5FR5FR9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4P/ULMO/G5FR5FR9/F4PULMOG5FR5FR9.SMALL.jpg StupidInventions In this episode we made a toothbrush that can light up, so it can easily be used in the dark. We wanted to use one of those shake flashlights so that when you brush your teeth you're powering the battery, but the shake flashlight we bought turned out to be a scam, and we decided to show you why... ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 10 Feb 2010 12:24:53 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Spooky-Tesla-Spirit-Radio/
Spooky Tesla Spirit Radio - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1M/YH1T/G1VDTQM1/F1MYH1TG1VDTQM1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1M/YH1T/G1VDTQM1/F1MYH1TG1VDTQM1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1M/YH1T/G1VDTQM1/F1MYH1TG1VDTQM1.SMALL.jpg mrfixitrick News Flash!!! The Spooky Tesla Spirit Radio and Mrfixitrick are now featured in a PC game called "Tesla".  Monsters and bats are battled, while helping Mrfixitrick find the seven parts of the Spooky Tesla Spirit Radio. Intriguing background music. From GODD Games at: www.goddgames.com/tesla.html Ha...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 25 Oct 2009 20:48:07 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cobweb-Spider-Gun-Simple-Build/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQM/95Z4/G0GBNBID/FQM95Z4G0GBNBID.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQM/95Z4/G0GBNBID/FQM95Z4G0GBNBID.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQM/95Z4/G0GBNBID/FQM95Z4G0GBNBID.SMALL.jpg rollingstock Here's a very simple solution for creating stunning cob webs and spider webs, no compressed air or plumbing parts are required for the build. Perfect for your Halloween display or Horror movie night, also great for spooky viral videos. Even Spiderman can't out perform this web shooting device. ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 7 Oct 2009 02:33:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Potassium-Permanganate-sort-of/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWW/3JZ0/FYAJKLLA/FWW3JZ0FYAJKLLA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWW/3JZ0/FYAJKLLA/FWW3JZ0FYAJKLLA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWW/3JZ0/FYAJKLLA/FWW3JZ0FYAJKLLA.SMALL.jpg NurdRage We make potassium permanganate from the potassium nitrate and manganese dioxide we obtained in previous videos.Warning: This experiment deals with very high temperatures in glass equipment. Face shields and protection against shattering glass is required. In addition small quantities of toxic gases ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 13 Aug 2009 23:05:24 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Copper-sulfate-and-zinc-battery-quotGra/ http://cdn.instructables.com/FS5/75O0/FXR6YVCE/FS575O0FXR6YVCE.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FS5/75O0/FXR6YVCE/FS575O0FXR6YVCE.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FS5/75O0/FXR6YVCE/FS575O0FXR6YVCE.SMALL.jpg NurdRage We make the classic copper sulfate and zinc battery using the incredibly easy "gravity" battery design approach. Great for science fairs and similar projects this battery can be used to explore many basic concepts in batteries.All the components can be gotten from our previous videos:Copper sulfate:...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 1 Aug 2009 14:43:41 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Copper-Sulfate-from-Copper-and-Sulfuric-acid-/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBB/08DN/FXK6AFOG/FBB08DNFXK6AFOG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBB/08DN/FXK6AFOG/FBB08DNFXK6AFOG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBB/08DN/FXK6AFOG/FBB08DNFXK6AFOG.SMALL.jpg NurdRage We make copper sulfate from copper and sulfuric acid using two chemical methods and one electrochemical method.Copper does not directly react with sulfuric acid so some form of oxidant is needed. Hydrogen peroxide and nitric acid are excellent oxidants and the first two methods demonstrate this. The...
By: NurdRage

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 25 Jul 2009 19:52:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/THE-5-MINUTE-POCKET-ROCKET/
THE 5 MINUTE POCKET ROCKET!!! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2D/TS5H/FX8OUHLF/F2DTS5HFX8OUHLF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2D/TS5H/FX8OUHLF/F2DTS5HFX8OUHLF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2D/TS5H/FX8OUHLF/F2DTS5HFX8OUHLF.SMALL.jpg ukrocketman Hello everybody, this is my entry for the Pocket-Sized Contest, please rate and subscribe! The 5 Minute Pocket Rocket, which is very easy to build and will give guaranteed maximum fun. It is built of household items and will take abut 5 minutes to make. It will fly HIGH up in the air, and then la...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 17 Jul 2009 11:53:19 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Tilt-Sensor-Tutorial/
Tilt Sensor Tutorial - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Z/4XII/FWS6K6JS/F8Z4XIIFWS6K6JS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Z/4XII/FWS6K6JS/F8Z4XIIFWS6K6JS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Z/4XII/FWS6K6JS/F8Z4XIIFWS6K6JS.SMALL.jpg adafruit What is a tilt sensor? Tilt sensors allow you to detect orientation or inclination. They are small, inexpensive, low-power and easy-to-use. If used properly, they will not wear out. Their simplicity makes them popular for toys, gadgets and appliances. Sometimes they are referred to as "mercury swi...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 Jul 2009 09:31:02 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Sulfuric-acid-metabisulfiteoxidizer-method/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FII/ANLE/FWI9UZXO/FIIANLEFWI9UZXO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FII/ANLE/FWI9UZXO/FIIANLEFWI9UZXO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FII/ANLE/FWI9UZXO/FIIANLEFWI9UZXO.SMALL.jpg NurdRage We make concentrated sulfuric acid from sodium metabisulfite, hydrochloric acid and an oxidant such as hydrogen peroxide or nitric acid.Warning: The procedures in this video produce large quantities of toxic gases and deal with highly corrosive acids. All work must be performed in a fume hood with p...
By: NurdRage

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 28 Jun 2009 20:56:42 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Getting-started-with-the-Maxbotix-sonar-sensor-q/
Getting started with the Maxbotix sonar sensor - quick start guide - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3H/HEMK/FWA98QO9/F3HHEMKFWA98QO9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3H/HEMK/FWA98QO9/F3HHEMKFWA98QO9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3H/HEMK/FWA98QO9/F3HHEMKFWA98QO9.SMALL.jpg adafruit The MaxSonar EZ1 provides very short to long-range detection and ranging, in an incredibly small package. It can detect objects from 0-inches to 254-inches (6.45-meters) and provides sonar range information from 6-inches out to 254-inches with 1-inch resolution. (Objects from 0 inches to 6-inches ra...
By: adafruit

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 23 Jun 2009 20:01:13 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Temperature-Sensor-Tutorial/
Temperature Sensor Tutorial! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTH/C5K1/FVW22FQW/FTHC5K1FVW22FQW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTH/C5K1/FVW22FQW/FTHC5K1FVW22FQW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTH/C5K1/FVW22FQW/FTHC5K1FVW22FQW.SMALL.jpg adafruit What is a temperature sensor?An analog temperature sensor is pretty easy to explain, it's a chip that tells you what the ambient temperature is!These sensors use a solid-state technique to determine the temperature. That is to say, they don't use mercury (like old thermometers), bimetallic strips (...
By: adafruit

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 15 Jun 2009 20:55:06 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Lithium-Thionyl-Chloride-Battery/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKP/54XB/FUVSGL17/FKP54XBFUVSGL17.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKP/54XB/FUVSGL17/FKP54XBFUVSGL17.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKP/54XB/FUVSGL17/FKP54XBFUVSGL17.SMALL.jpg NurdRage How to make a Lithium Thionyl Chloride Battery capable of generating 2.8v with enough current to power a LED.Warning: Thionyl Chloride is EXTREMELY toxic and this experiment must be performed in a fumehood by an experienced chemist with proper safety precautions.Lithium thionyl chloride batteries of...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 24 May 2009 11:46:19 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Tweet-a-watt-How-to-make-a-twittering-power-mete/
Tweet-a-watt - How to make a twittering power meter... - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FYR/ZW50/FSSIHNNP/FYRZW50FSSIHNNP.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FYR/ZW50/FSSIHNNP/FYRZW50FSSIHNNP.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FYR/ZW50/FSSIHNNP/FYRZW50FSSIHNNP.SMALL.jpg adafruit Tweet-a-watt - How to make a twittering power meter... This project documents my adventures in learning how to wire up my home for wireless power monitoring. I live in a rented apartment so I don't have hacking-access to a meter or breaker panel. Since I'm still very interested in measuring my powe...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 18 May 2009 13:54:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/TV-B-Gone-Kit/
TV-B-Gone Kit - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4B/JPW7/FSMSY8DE/F4BJPW7FSMSY8DE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4B/JPW7/FSMSY8DE/F4BJPW7FSMSY8DE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4B/JPW7/FSMSY8DE/F4BJPW7FSMSY8DE.SMALL.jpg adafruit Tired of all those LCD TVs everywhere?Want a break from advertisements while you're trying to eat?Want to zap screens from across the street?The TV-B-Gone kit is what you need! This ultra-high-power version of the popular TV-B-Gone is fun to make and even more fun to use.Built in co-operation with M...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 17 May 2009 13:36:02 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Proto-Shield/
Proto Shield - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8K/DJSH/FT7PL6A5/F8KDJSHFT7PL6A5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8K/DJSH/FT7PL6A5/F8KDJSHFT7PL6A5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8K/DJSH/FT7PL6A5/F8KDJSHFT7PL6A5.SMALL.jpg adafruit Arduino prototypingThis is a design for an open-source prototyping shield for Arduino NG/Diecimila. It has tons of cool features, to make prototyping on your Arduino easy.Compatible with NG or DiecimilaReset button up topICSP headerLots of GND and +5V railsDIP prototyping area makes it easy to add m...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 16 May 2009 16:49:06 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Test-if-Fertilizer-Has-Nitrates-in-it/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUQ/U5WW/FU6M05F1/FUQU5WWFU6M05F1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUQ/U5WW/FU6M05F1/FUQU5WWFU6M05F1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUQ/U5WW/FU6M05F1/FUQU5WWFU6M05F1.SMALL.jpg NurdRage In this video we show you how to test if a fertilizer has nitrates rather than urea or ammonia as its nitrogen source.The idea is quit simple, in a strongly acidic solution the nitrates will behave like nitric acid and dissolve copper metal releasing nitrogen dioxide gas. Looking for this gas is a s...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 6 May 2009 08:08:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-Sodium-Nitrate-A-Potassium-Nitrate-Su/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWQ/4TJK/FT7PVR43/FWQ4TJKFT7PVR43.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWQ/4TJK/FT7PVR43/FWQ4TJKFT7PVR43.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWQ/4TJK/FT7PVR43/FWQ4TJKFT7PVR43.SMALL.jpg NurdRage How to make sodium nitrate, which can substitute for potassium nitrate for most purposes.Note: Sodium Nitrate is somewhat hygroscopic. Stuff you make from it such as pyrotechnic compositions should be used soon after making and not stored for extended periods of time.WARNING: Both procedures produce...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 14 Apr 2009 10:46:23 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-Potassium-Nitrate/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT0/B1AZ/FT7PTWAK/FT0B1AZFT7PTWAK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT0/B1AZ/FT7PTWAK/FT0B1AZFT7PTWAK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT0/B1AZ/FT7PTWAK/FT0B1AZFT7PTWAK.SMALL.jpg NurdRage Make Potassium Nitrate from Instant Cold Packs and Potassium HydroxideWarning: This reaction will produce large quantities of toxic ammonia gas. Perform the reaction outside or in a fume hood. Potassium hydroxide is highly corrosive; wear gloves when working with it.Some instant cold packs contain a...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 5 Apr 2009 10:11:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-Iodine-from-Sulfuric-acid-and-an-Alkal/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1W/UD5W/FSSIKVYC/F1WUD5WFSSIKVYC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1W/UD5W/FSSIKVYC/F1WUD5WFSSIKVYC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1W/UD5W/FSSIKVYC/F1WUD5WFSSIKVYC.SMALL.jpg NurdRage How to make elemental iodine from sulfuric acid and sodium or potassium iodide.Warning: Reaction must be done outside or in a fumehood due to production of toxic gases including hydrogen sulfide. Concentrated sulfuric acid is extremely corrosive and dangerous and should be handled in glass container...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 29 Mar 2009 17:39:22 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycling-your-old-dimmer-switch-as-a-variable-tem/
Recycling your old dimmer switch as a variable temperature control for your soldering iron - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB3/NGVA/FS8RCQBV/FB3NGVAFS8RCQBV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB3/NGVA/FS8RCQBV/FB3NGVAFS8RCQBV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB3/NGVA/FS8RCQBV/FB3NGVAFS8RCQBV.SMALL.jpg inertia18 I have seen a lot of professional variable temperature control for soldering iron, but too expensive. So I make one out of an old dimmer switch, outlet, gang plate and plug which already been junk and some old PVC switch box that came with it and some leftover wire from the rewiring work of our hous...
By: inertia18

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 16 Mar 2009 09:56:07 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Duck-Tape-Book-Binding-Cheepo-Delux/
Duct Tape Book Binding - Cheepo Delux - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0F/T8WH/FS8RCKOE/F0FT8WHFS8RCKOE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0F/T8WH/FS8RCKOE/F0FT8WHFS8RCKOE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0F/T8WH/FS8RCKOE/F0FT8WHFS8RCKOE.SMALL.jpg blakeredfield Quick and dirty, "cheepo delux" way of binding papers and reports in your home or office.Save resources by saving gas, electricity and materials that are necessary for binding books together.No power tools, no trips to the store, no exotic materials. Impress your friends and peers, relax your mind, ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 14 Mar 2009 19:12:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/distilling-basics/
distilling basics - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCO/Z7E5/FRD89JZZ/FCOZ7E5FRD89JZZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCO/Z7E5/FRD89JZZ/FCOZ7E5FRD89JZZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCO/Z7E5/FRD89JZZ/FCOZ7E5FRD89JZZ.SMALL.gif pdub77 this is a companion to my instructable, how to make moonshine, that will explain the basics of distillation. with all of the questions i have received, i find it necessary to write a small primer about what the distillation process is all about. this is not a scientific treatise or journal article. ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 21 Feb 2009 12:49:12 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Low-Cost-Water-Flow-Sensor-and-Ambient-Display/
Low Cost Water Flow Sensor and Ambient Display - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRP/9XEQ/FOHTR2BL/FRP9XEQFOHTR2BL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRP/9XEQ/FOHTR2BL/FRP9XEQFOHTR2BL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRP/9XEQ/FOHTR2BL/FRP9XEQFOHTR2BL.SMALL.jpg staceyk Water is a precious resource. Millions of people do not have access to clean drinking water, and as many as 4000 children die from water contaminated illnesses every day. Yet, we continue to be wasteful with our resources. The overarching goal of this project is to motivate more sustainable water us...
By: staceyk

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 8 Dec 2008 22:27:38 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Eco-friendly-Tesla-CD-Turbine-Turbo-Boost-Blender/
Recycled Off-Grid Tesla CD Turbine Power-Boost Blender - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ4/2M90/FMSGGQWI/FZ42M90FMSGGQWI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ4/2M90/FMSGGQWI/FZ42M90FMSGGQWI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ4/2M90/FMSGGQWI/FZ42M90FMSGGQWI.SMALL.jpg mrfixitrick The movie below shows successful at-home use of this Tesla CD Turbine Blender. Recirculating Tesla CD Turbine with Air Turbo-Boost If this video does not play, click here instead This instructable will show how to make an off-the-grid, Tesla turbine-powered blender made from many recycle...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 28 Oct 2008 11:12:35 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Home-Built-Hydroponics-Unit-for-an-8th-Grade-Scien/
Home Built Hydroponics Unit for an 8th Grade Science Classroom - The Hydroshack Lives Again! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOF/XSMG/FJ7JE6EQ/FOFXSMGFJ7JE6EQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOF/XSMG/FJ7JE6EQ/FOFXSMGFJ7JE6EQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOF/XSMG/FJ7JE6EQ/FOFXSMGFJ7JE6EQ.SMALL.jpg Mikey D My wife teaches 8th grade science. This project "The Hydroshack" is a rendition of one I built over 20 years ago in my college teaching methods class. It is designed specifically for performing experiments in a science class. It therefore incorporates some modifications for flexibility and contro...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 7 Aug 2008 00:15:49 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/SPREE-Solar-Photovoltaic-Renewable-Electron-/
S.P.R.E.E. (Solar Photovoltaic Renewable Electron Encapsulator), a Compact, Durable, and Portable Solar Energy Generator - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP4/QULL/FJD52E8I/FP4QULLFJD52E8I.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP4/QULL/FJD52E8I/FP4QULLFJD52E8I.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP4/QULL/FJD52E8I/FP4QULLFJD52E8I.SMALL.jpg charlitron For under $160 you can construct a S.P.R.E.E. to harness clean carbon-free solar electricity to power your portable electronic devices.Project: S.P.R.E.E. (Solar Photovoltaic Renewable Electron Encapsulator), is an experiment in alternative energy and solar generated electricty.The impetus for cons...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 3 Aug 2008 00:07:46 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Big-knex-DNA/
Big knex DNA - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUP/P56D/FHX0Z2HG/FUPP56DFHX0Z2HG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUP/P56D/FHX0Z2HG/FUPP56DFHX0Z2HG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUP/P56D/FHX0Z2HG/FUPP56DFHX0Z2HG.SMALL.jpg F-17 I think I had my shrink ray in reverse when I was bleeding lol the body 1) make this 29 times 2) to look like this making it stay spyroly what you need to put together
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 27 Jun 2008 09:22:00 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Spectroscope/
DIY Spectroscope - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FOY/ASRZ/FHTOF5GD/FOYASRZFHTOF5GD.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FOY/ASRZ/FHTOF5GD/FOYASRZFHTOF5GD.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FOY/ASRZ/FHTOF5GD/FOYASRZFHTOF5GD.SMALL.jpg crowndelorean A spectroscope is an instrument used to break light up into its constituent colors, just like a prism does, showing the light spectrum. Save money with this DIY physics project, by making authentic scientific tools with recycled materials. Required materials: Now you can see the world i...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 24 Jun 2008 23:20:27 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Make-Elephants-Toothpaste/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPI/YKDK/FD80OPCS/FPIYKDKFD80OPCS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPI/YKDK/FD80OPCS/FPIYKDKFD80OPCS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPI/YKDK/FD80OPCS/FPIYKDKFD80OPCS.SMALL.jpg 1lpoock Make elephants toothpaste with materials around the house!
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 29 Feb 2008 15:08:49 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Bottle-Balloon-Blow-Up/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCB/TVE2/FD80BNG6/FCBTVE2FD80BNG6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCB/TVE2/FD80BNG6/FCBTVE2FD80BNG6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCB/TVE2/FD80BNG6/FCBTVE2FD80BNG6.SMALL.jpg 1lpoock Not your usual way of blowing up a balloon!
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 29 Feb 2008 11:05:26 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Crystallization-of-homemade-sodium-acetate/
Crystallization of homemade sodium acetate - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK3/ZH09/FA190DVX/FK3ZH09FA190DVX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK3/ZH09/FA190DVX/FK3ZH09FA190DVX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK3/ZH09/FA190DVX/FK3ZH09FA190DVX.SMALL.jpg indigoandblack (Updated - see end, below)If you've ever wanted to play around with sodium acetate, but you're too much of a nerd to simply go online and buy some from a chemical supply house - noooo, that'd be too easy, you want to make it, from scratch - then this instructable is for you.Inside, I show the whole ...
By: indigoandblack

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