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Here’s an unusual concept: a computer-guided mechanical neural network (video, embedded below.) Why would one want a mechanical neural network? It’s essentially a tool to explore what it would take …read more Continue reading Physical Neural Network Can Be Trained Like a Digital One
Complex behaviors can arise from simple mechanics, and that’s demonstrated by a block of rubber that acts as a counter. The block contains beams, and by controlling how the block …read more Continue reading This Block of Rubber Can Count To Ten
Who was [Leonardo Torres Quevedo]? Not exactly a household name, but as [IEEE Spectrum] points out, he invented a chess automaton in 1920 that would foreshadow the next century’s obsession …read more Continue reading The Chess Computer from 1912
Off-the-shelf stock parts are the blocks from which we build mechanical projects. And while plenty of parts have dedicated uses, I enjoy reusing them in ways that challenge what they …read more Continue reading The BSides: more curious uses of off-the-shelf parts
Overactive bladder syndrome (OBS) causes a frequent, uncontrolled urge to urinate, which can interfere with a person’s daily activities and affect their mental health. A new hydrogel-based device has been developed that can continuously monitor overact… Continue reading Hydrogel-based sensor improves outlook for people with overactive bladder
Clocks are such mundane objects that it’s sometimes hard for them to grab your attention. They’re there when you need them, but they don’t exactly invite you to watch them …read more Continue reading Flip-Segment Digital Clock is a Miniature Mechanical Marvel
We’ve seen a lot of clever re-imagining of the classic 7-segment display, and proving there is still room for something new is [Jack]’s 7-segment “DigiTag” display. This 3D printable device has …read more Continue reading Seven Segments, But Not As We Know Them
Restoring pinball machines is an excellent hobby, and can even be more than that as we see businesses like bars and museums focusing on them as a main attraction. There’s …read more Continue reading Mouse Finds New Home In Pinball Machine
There are certain design aesthetics from every era that manage to survive the fads of their time and live throughout history. Ancient Greek architecture is still drawn upon for design …read more Continue reading Custom Calculator Brings Us Back To The 70s
Have you ever looked at a derelict electric wheelchair and thought “I bet I could make something great with that!” Of course you have- this is Hackaday, after all! And …read more Continue reading Electric Wheelchair Dump Truck Hack Really Hauls