Maxim has put together an article that describes how to make your own camcorder on the cheap. The program that you need for your computer can be found here. "There’s no reason to shell out big bucks for a video camera if all you’re doing is screwing around on Youtube, so why not take one of those cheap little disposables and turn it into a full-blown embarrassment-capturing machine? Supplies:
If you have a few extra dollars and some good eBay luck you could make your own Blu Ray Laser project. Not as polished as the Wicked Laser version but very nice for a DIY project. "I found this article and the next day, I had bought a PS3 drive off eBay ($50). Took it apart two days ago, created the circuit yesterday and tonight I have a finished Blue
Ron Tajima has built a cool robot using a Roomba and a Wiimote. iRobot (the creators of the Roomba) have gone all out to make the platform friendly for the hackers (PDF). "I changed my wonderful roomba into an ordinary dull vacuum clearner using a remote controller of Wii" Via: Hack a Wii
I can see a robot like Waalbot climbing buildings washing outside walls and windows. The folks at iRobot may get inspired and augment the Roomba and Scooba with a Wallba. 🙂 Video after the jump. "A PIC microcontroller is used to control the motion of the robot and onboard power makes the system fully tetherless and wireless RF or IR control allows for teleoperation. The Waalbot design, from Carnegie
This Interactive RGB LED Light project is an interesting idea that could be scaled up for room mood lighting. "In this project, water plays an important role as a interface to talk to the light. The lights light up in different colours depending on the different dyes added to the water."
This Underground Cable Tracer project could come in handy next time you are installing a fence. You could scout out the underground hazards yourself to plan where the posts will go. I would recommend that you call to have the utility company confirm your findings though since the equipment they have is very sensitive and they also have plans showing where the cables lie. "The Cable Tracer is a
Sambuchi has made a cool Homer Simpson Clock Mod. He gutted a store bought clock and stuffed it full of electronics. It can now perform a light show and allow Homer to speak through his sound system. Via: Hacked Gadgets Forum
