This SLA 3D printer can be created using materials found throughout your home — and an Arduino. Although many 3D printers strive for simplicity and affordability, this one surely takes the cake. Whereas a device under $500 may catch your attention, one that costs less than a Saturday night dinner surely will hold it. Buildyourownsla.com user “Mystamo” […]
Build your automated machines and robots with this high-quality advanced modular metal construction system. Iconic toy systems like Tinkertoy, LEGO and K’NEX have served as building blocks for the Maker Movement for decades, inspiring young do-it-yourselfers to piece together bricks, interlock rods and connect wheels to whip up some incredible projects. And, it’s clearer than ever before that today’s DIY culture is spurring an appetite for modular tools, […]
BoXZY is an all-in-one CNC mill, laser engraver and 3D printer. We’ve seen plenty of 3D printers. We’ve seen a number of CNC mills. We’ve seen countless laser engravers. Yet, a combination of all three is a much rarer sight. Developed by two brothers from Pittsburgh, Joel and Justin Johnson, their recently-revealed machine is shaping up to be a multi-purpose […]
It’s time to create a watch that suits your style. Back in 2013, Motorola launched an innovative web portal, Moto Maker, that enabled users to personalize their own Moto X smartphone. Nearly two years later, that made-to-order feature has now expanded to the company’s Moto 360 smartwatch, which led sales among all Android Wear devices over the last 12 months. Moto 360 customization options include […]
Art Vader? They say art is in the eye of the beholder, and well, this wall-mounted piece is stunning. Making matters even better, it’s Star Wars themed! Crafted by Christopher Connell, the ambient Darth Vader poster wirelessly reacts to music playing in a room with various LED color-changing effects. Comprised of chrome and black paint, flooring underlayment and some other traditional art […]
This machine will let you print your own jewelry, ornaments and clips. Have you ever wanted to design your own custom jewelry, metal findings, sculptures, specialized machine parts and ornamental hardware? Well, you’re in luck. Thanks to David and Lindsay Hartkop’s latest Indiegogo project, we may be closer to a world of affordable, in-home metal 3D printing. The aptly-dubbed Mini Metal […]
Watch this awesome TIE Interceptor drone fly around and then build your own. As a followup to his recent Millenium Falcon project, French RC hobbyist “Olivier C” has built another quadcopter — this one inspired by the TIE Interceptor from Return of the Jedi. The Maker says it took just about 15 hours to finish the project. Now with both builds complete, perhaps a […]
Talk about ‘Arduino at Heart.’ Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching, and for many of us, that means dashing around trying to do something special for your significant other. And, while the standard chocolates and flowers may suffice for some, it’s just not cutting it anymore for others. So, what can you do that shows you put […]
Nearly all new cars on the market include wireless technology that make drivers vulnerable to hacking or an invasion of privacy, new report says. As we make our way down the road to a more connected future, automakers are continuing to embed a wide-range of wireless technologies into the cars of tomorrow. And sure, these smarter vehicles […]
The μHack is a penny-sized microcontroller looking to bring DIY hardware hacking to the masses. Created by Silverwing Industries, the μHack is a penny-sized, Arduino-compatible microcontroller designed to bring hardware programming to everyone. The Prescott, Arizona-based startup hopes that the board’s simplicity, flexibility and ease-of-use will make it a suitable option for novice and advanced Makers alike. Originally appearing on Hackaday and now […]
