Building a Microcontroller from Scratch: The B4 Thinker Project

PCB data sheet of a custom 4-bit microcontroller

[Marius Taciuc’s] latest endeavor, the B4 Thinker, offers a captivating glimpse into microcontroller architecture through a modular approach. This proof-of-concept project is meticulously documented, with a detailed, step-by-step guide to …read more Continue reading Building a Microcontroller from Scratch: The B4 Thinker Project

Novel autofocus prime lens lets users swap out optical elements

Though smartphone cameras can snap stunning images, most pros will haul a dedicated camera to assignments. Space inside camera bags is at a premium, but a nifty lens from Samyang could lighten the load by allowing optical elements to be swapped out.Con… Continue reading Novel autofocus prime lens lets users swap out optical elements

Skeletonized titanium multi-hatchet swaps heads for precise chop

Whether you’re an all-out survivalist, a tool collector or just a general appreciator of smart, modern design, you’ll want to have a look at the new Hyzer modular titanium hatchet from Exceed Designs. Heck, even if you’re not any of those things, it st… Continue reading Skeletonized titanium multi-hatchet swaps heads for precise chop

Slick, versatile mini-camper van out-flexes new Volkswagen California

The Volkswagen California may remain the global icon of compact, space-efficient van life, but there are a number of other smart pop-top mini-camper vans out there capable of providing a similar, if not superior, experience. Increasingly, those vans ar… Continue reading Slick, versatile mini-camper van out-flexes new Volkswagen California

Absurdly light pickup camper adapts to adventure via plug-n-play pods

With a base weight estimated at a nice round 550 lb (249 kg), the Stealth pickup camper from Peak Performance Campers is the lightest we’ve ever covered. Thanks to Peak’s extruded aluminum-framed Modu-Lock component system, it’s also the most versatile… Continue reading Absurdly light pickup camper adapts to adventure via plug-n-play pods

Sharp-angled electric scooter of the future cuts through city traffic

Last year, Brooklyn-based e-mobility startup Infinite Machine launched a futuristic electric scooter rocking angular Cybertruck lines. Now the company has announced a limited second production run called the P1: First Edition.Continue ReadingCategory: … Continue reading Sharp-angled electric scooter of the future cuts through city traffic

Go-anywhere modular camp grill cooks via campfire, charcoal or propane

Given the general lack of extra space in a gear-stocked vehicle aimed at base camp, we’ve become a big fan of modular, multifunctional cooking equipment. California company Grill Game takes the concept to new ends with its G1. We’re not even sure wheth… Continue reading Go-anywhere modular camp grill cooks via campfire, charcoal or propane

Lovork camping lantern uses add-on modules to perform eight functions

Nobody likes carrying any more gear than necessary when camping … even if they’re just “car camping.” Lovork’s new Modular Camping Lantern is designed with that fact in mind, as it packs eight functions into one system.Continue ReadingCategory: Outdo… Continue reading Lovork camping lantern uses add-on modules to perform eight functions

Supmaran is your choice of two standup paddleboards or one catamaran

There are times when you wanna go paddleboarding, and times when you wanna go boating. The Supraman allows you to do either, as it’s a modular kit that combines both types of watercraft.Continue ReadingCategory: Marine, TransportTags: paddleboarding, C… Continue reading Supmaran is your choice of two standup paddleboards or one catamaran

Snap-on multitool swaps components to optimize for every mission

The all-new Zen from Ant Design aims to be the “ultimate” in customizable modular multitools. It takes on a simpler Swiss-Army-knife-inspired folder form than modular multi-folders like the Roxon or Goat, ensuring fast, simple tool swapping and deploym… Continue reading Snap-on multitool swaps components to optimize for every mission