Alan Parekh

Smart Petal Solar Collector

  As we all know past knowledge narrows some of our creative thinking when attempting to solve a problem. This is not the case for the designs created by Bill Gross, he uses genetic algorithms to help him evolve solutions by having computers churn through billions of possible solutions while closing on optimal designs. He created IdeaLab to allow these ideas to come to life. Have a look at the

Interactive Climbing Wall by Natural Interaction

  Alessandro Valli has been hard at work creating this Interactive Climbing Wall. My daughter loves to climb the walls at the YMCA that we go to, she would get a kick out of this creation! You may remember the other creations by Natural Interaction that we featured on the past, Interactive Floor, Multitouch SensitiveTable Skin and Grid Interface. "OVERVIEW iOO Climb turns every ordinary climbing wall into an interactive 

PSP Sound Activated LED Lights

  This PSP Sound Activated LED Light mod will have you grooving to the music. The Blue LEDs at the rear of this PSP has been added and hacked to move with the music. Have a look at the video below to see it in action. "sound reactives DIY clear bottom strip internal go! cam/ internal mic (swapped computer mic) paint job 16gb internal sdhc led fader delux (fades while

Harley Davidson Theme Garage Bar

  When you have a quick glance at this picture you would think that this is a theme bar. You would be right except that this is a private theme bar that was built in someones garage! This custom bar includes a Humidor, Beer Fridge, 46” LCD TV, and a Gaming System. Looks like you may have to take your shoes off before you enter this garage. 🙂 Via: The

Time to Hack LED Binary Clock

  Justin (Potatono) has made a cool looking Binary LED clock called Time to Hack. You can find information about the clock at Thingiverse and NYCResistor. "Use three pieces of acrylic, each with similar holes cut in them. The top piece only has four holes for the mounting screws that hold the whole thing together and the "Time To Hack" etch. Under that is the clear piece with holes for

Electric Airplane

Looks like motor technology and battery technology have finally evolved to the point where electric planes will be viable. With a few hour charge this electric airplane will give you 1 hour of flight time. The 75 volt battery pack delivers 200A of current to lift off and a full charge takes about $0.75 of electricity! "We have converted my single place, all metal Moni motor glider into a small,

Home Theater Build from Start to Finish

  If you are into movies and audio then a home theater has probably crossed your mind. Jamis has documented his fantastic home theater build for all of us to enjoy. I must say the planning is fantastic and even though he didn’t do all of the work himself he coordinated the installation very well. Have a look at the video, the end result is great. Continue reading below for