Schlagwort: tech
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Patrol the pool with this Arduino Nano-powered DIY RC submarine
Reading Time: 2 minutesThere is something inherently intriguing about submarines that doesn’t seem to apply to other vehicles. Maybe that reflects our natural fears and phobias, or maybe it is a result of our curiosity about the mysterious depths. Maybe it is simply that most of us will never get the chance to ride in…
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This machine automatically creates chain art
Reading Time: 2 minutesArt is very personal and we often consider the process of creation itself when evaluating the resulting piece. Does a sculpture have more artistic value when molded by human hands rather than a 3D printer? Most would say that it does. But what if the automation was, itself, part of the art?…
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3D printing an affordable robot arm
Reading Time: 2 minutesIf you have an interest in robotics, then a robot arm is a great educational tool to start your journey. But professional robot arms are expensive and the DIY route is more informative anyway. That’s especially true if you take the time to design the arm yourself, as did Oliver Paff after…
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The end of Mbed marks a new beginning for Arduino
Reading Time: 3 minutesAs you might have heard, on July 9th, Arm announced that the Mbed platform and OS are officially destined to reach end of life in July 2026, and therefore will no longer be maintained. The news has sent ripples through the embedded development community, particularly affecting brands like micro:bit, Raspberry Pi and,…
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Adding proximity unlock to an old car with the Arduino Nano 33 BLE
Reading Time: 2 minutesA lot of newer cars have a really nifty feature called “proximity unlock,” which automatically unlocks the doors when the driver approaches while carrying their key fob. When paired with a push-to-start ignition switch, the driver never has to take their keys out of their pocket. But Nick’s 2004 Subaru STI is…
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The new Auxivo EduExo Pro helps students with exoskeleton research
Reading Time: 2 minutesEmerging technologies initially develop at a slow pace and that is due in large part to the lack of resources available to students. Complex technology is built on existing knowledge and higher education students need the tools to gain hands-on experience. To help educate the next generation of exoskeleton engineers, Auxivo has…
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Ride safer with these DIY bicycle lights
Reading Time: 2 minutesMany people around the world live in cities designed for cars, with bicycle use being a distant afterthought. That makes cycling dangerous and lights can do a lot to make riding safer. That’s why Giovanni Aggiustatutto designed this DIY system that includes headlights, a taillight, turn signals, and even an integrated odometer/speedometer. …
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Meet Real Robot One V2: A mini DIY industrial robot arm
Reading Time: 2 minutesStarted in 2022 as an exploration of what’s possible in the field of DIY robotics, Pavel Surynek’s Real Robot One (RR1) project is a fully-featured 6+1-axis robot arm based on 3D-printed parts and widely available electronics. The initial release was constructed with PETG filament, custom gearboxes for transferring the motor torque to the actuators,…
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What if robots could communicate with humans by emitting scents?
Reading Time: 2 minutesAlmost all human-robot interaction (HRI) approaches today rely on three senses: hearing, sight, and touch. Your robot vacuum might beep at you, or play recorded or synthesized speech. An LED on its enclosure might blink to red to signify a problem. And cutting-edge humanoid robots may even shake your hand. But what…
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This ‘smocking display’ adds data physicalization to clothing
Reading Time: 2 minutesElastic use in the textile industry is relatively recent. So, what did garment makers do before elastic came along? They relied on smocking, which is a technique for bunching up fabric so that it can stretch to better fit the form of a body. Now a team of computer science researchers from…
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Kickstart your tech journey, with the new Arduino Plug and Make Kit!
Reading Time: 4 minutesHey, creating an IoT device shouldn’t be rocket science. We believe technology is for everyone. That’s why we’ve developed the whole new, beginner-friendly Plug and Make Kit – the easiest way to get started with Arduino! [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qzzqn2AgSlo?feature=oembed&w=500&h=281] Inside the box, you’ll find everything you need to create your first smart solution…
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KiPneu makes soft robotic biomimetics accessible to STEAM students
Reading Time: 2 minutesBiomimicry, which is a method for developing new technology inspired by nature, has been one of humanity’s greatest assets. But systems reliant on soft tissue, such as an octopus’s tentacles, have been notoriously difficult to reproduce in the robotics world. To give STEAM students an advantage in the soft robotics arena, a…
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Circuit Canvas can help you quickly create illustrated wiring diagrams
Reading Time: 2 minutesGood documentation is extremely useful when conceiving, building, or sharing electronic circuit designs, but traditional schematics and technical drawings are difficult for non-professionals to interpret and create. Makers can benefit from intuitive illustrations that look good enough to share. Circuit Canvas, developed by Oyvind Nydal Dahl, makes it easy to quickly create…
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This rolling ball game brings Skee-Ball-style fun from the arcade to your home
Reading Time: 2 minutesAsk your friends about their favorite games at the arcade and the most common answer will likely be Skee-Ball. But while many other popular arcade games have viable at-home alternatives, Skee-Ball doesn’t — at least not unless you’re willing to spend a serious amount of money. Luckily, you can get your Skee-Ball…
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A stroopwafel doneness detection device
Reading Time: 2 minutesIf you’re lucky enough to visit the Netherlands and you order a hot drink, you’ll likely be given a sweet treat as well. That is a stroopwafel, a crispy little waffle-syrup sandwich that the Dutch like to rest on top of their drink so that the rising heat will soften the pastry.…
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Coolest controllers ever? Icy gamepads melt in users’ hands
Reading Time: 2 minutesNintendo’s Joy-Con controller system is very innovative and generally well-regarded, with one major exception: stick drift. That’s a reliability issue that eventually affects a large percentage of Joy-Cons, to the frustration of gamers. But what if that was intentional and gamepads were designed to deteriorate in short order? That’s the idea behind…
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Can remote co-presence keep distant human connections alive?
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe pandemic made a lot of things obvious, not the least of which is that humans need social interaction to maintain good mental health. Sadly, many of us spend our lives physically separated from our loved ones by great distances or inopportune circumstances. That’s why a team of researchers decided to explore…
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A desktop-sized DIY vending machine for your room
Reading Time: 2 minutesHave you ever wanted your very own vending machine? If so, you likely found that they’re expensive and too bulky to fit in most homes. But now you can experience vending bliss thanks to this miniature vending machine designed by m22pj, which you can craft yourself using an Arduino and other materials…
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Enjoy a perpetual solar eclipse with this machine
Reading Time: 2 minutesTotal solar eclipses are rare — at least from the perspective of any specific point on the planet. A total eclipse will occur somewhere on Earth once every 18 months or so, but that is more likely to track across the middle of the Pacific Ocean than wherever you happen to be. That made…
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Why is STEAM education important for kids? 6 activity tips
Reading Time: 4 minutesSchool’s out for summer – at least for most of us. While the majority of children (and teachers!) will probably be breathing a huge sigh of relief, parents face a new challenge: how to keep kids engaged during the long break. Of course, downtime is important, but there are also loads of…
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Controlling a drum machine with the Arduino Opta
Reading Time: 2 minutesMakers have long asked the question “why bother with an expensive PLC when I can just use an Arduino?” The answer comes down to the priorities and needs of industrial clients. In a factory automation setting, the client will prioritize durability, reliability, and serviceability over the one-time purchase price of the device…
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The Arduino-controlled Spin Meister helps spin up the perfect pizza
Reading Time: 2 minutesDedicated pizza ovens are all the rage right now, as they provide a better-distributed and higher heat that many find more preferable than a conventional kitchen oven. But even a nice gas-powered pizza oven like the Ooni Koda 12 will have some hot spots and cold spots. To get an even bake…
