October 2006

Triklits
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  These lights by TRIKLITS cost $100 for 24 of them. This might initially seem expensive but when you consider what goes in to making them it is actually a bargain. Each light is microcontroller driven and can produce any color desired. Keep your eye on John Tokash’s Blog for more details. “TRIKLITS are a string of 24 color changing lights designed for decorative lighting. There are 30 different lighting

HOW TO - Build an Intel 8008 computer "Clock"
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This clock may cost a bit more than the $10.00 models found at Wal-Mart, but I would much prefer one that sports a 8008 processor! “About every year I design and build a new clock. This year’s project is a clock based on an Intel 8008 first generation 8 bit microprocessor. Because it is a fairly unique project I’m putting more effort into the documentation. I’m also totally opening the