Collaborate Disseminate
The Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) took over from the classical BIOS some years into the new millenium. It’s typically used for running a computer at the basic pre-OS level, and …read more Continue reading How Nyan Cat Was Ported To UEFI
Here’s the thing about running large strings of Neopixels—also known as WS2812 addressable LEDs. You need to truck out a ton of data, and fast. There are a dozen different …read more Continue reading Using Audio Hardware To Drive Neopixels Super Fast
You can buy motorized camera sliders off-the-shelf, but they’re pretty costly. Alternatively, you can make one yourself, and it’s not even that hard if you’re kitted out with a 3D …read more Continue reading Camera Slider Uses Repositionable Rail To Do Rotational Moves
[Lonyelon] wanted to build an anniversary gift for his girlfriend. He decided to say it with e-Paper, a wise choice given its persistence and longevity. The project is an anniversary …read more Continue reading E-Paper Anniversary Counter Is A Charming Gift With Minimal Power Draw
Camera sliders are a popular project for makers—especially those who document their projects on video. They’re fun and accessible to build, and they can really create some beautiful shots. [Lechnology] …read more Continue reading DIY Camera Slider Moves And Rotates For Slick Shots
Many of us grew up with dreams of piloting a forklift one day. Sadly, most warehouses take a dim view of horseplay with these machines, so few of us get …read more Continue reading 3D Printed Forklift Is A Cute Desk Toy
What do you do with an old 3D printer? They’re full of interesting components, after all, from switches and motors to lovely smooth rails. [Mukesh Sankhla] had a great idea—why …read more Continue reading Old 3D Printer Parts Repurposed Into DIY Camera Slider
Vintage hi-fi gear can be very attractive, particularly compared to modern stuff. However, when this stuff starts getting into its third or fourth decade after production, things start to wear …read more Continue reading Vintage Audio Amp Gets LED Lighting Upgrade
[CNLohr] has been tinkering with some fun parts of late. He’d found out that ordinary LCD screens could be used as simple touch sensors, and he had to try it …read more Continue reading An LCD, Touch Sensor, USB-C, And A Microcontroller for a Buck
The Swiss Army knife is the most well-known multitool, combining a bunch of functionality into a compact package. [Jeff Gough] decided to build a custom example featuring a selection of …read more Continue reading Building A Custom Swiss Army Knife