September 2013

Bitcoin-Operated Pool Table

  Stuart Kerr sent in some details about their Bitcoin-Operated Pool Table. With Bitcoin getting more traction as time goes on I think we will start to see more systems like this game that will accept bitcoin as an option. “Basically we’ve made a pool table where payment can be made by Bitcoin instead of (well actually as well as) cash! It works pretty well, with a Raspberry Pi controlling

DIY Laser Cut Cable Carrier Chain

  If you have a laser cutter or CNC machine you probably have a Cable Carrier Chain (or want one). They are quite expensive but with this DIY Laser Cut Cable Carrier Chain project you can simply make your own if you have a laser cutter. Martin Raynsford wanted to add one to his laser machine but didn’t have the time to wait for one to be mailed. You can

DIY RC Hovercraft

    ScratchBuiltAircraft had some extra parts laying around and decided to slap together a quick RC Hovercraft. It looks very controllable even though the control system is a simply small serve that deflects the air. Looks like the heavy duty garbage bag does a good job and sure keeps the cost down!  “Electronics: 70mm EDF  60amp ESC  1x 9gram servo  4cell 3000mah LIPO Battery  Deans extension Turnigy 9x  TX/RX