March 14, 2009

Amazing Corkscrew Machine

  Rube Goldberg machines are fascinating. This corkscrew machine adds in lots of cool mechanical complexity into the simple task of removing a cork from a bottle of wine and pouring it into a glass. "The sheer energy, the monumental proportions of his machines designed to perform the most basic domestic tasks are impressive from the outset. But it is not all about humour and diversion. Returning once again to

Name the Thing Contest - 79

The prize this week is a loupe magnifier. This contest will run for one week (March 14 – 19, 2009) . Ending time is based on central standard time. To enter, identify the item pictured above and give an example of what can be done with it. Please do not give the answer in the comments.  Send an email to contest @ hackedgadgets.com with "Name the Thing Contest" as the