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Arduino Image Scanner

7 Maj 2009 18:04 | http://hackedgadgets.com/2009/... | ∞

The original intent of this project was to make a MIDI device that would scan in low resolution images on paper and play them as music. Turns out that even though it is only using a handful of LDRs (photo resistors) is makes for a pretty good imag...

MV CoilMaster Mark1 Coil Gun

7 Maj 2009 13:50 | http://hackedgadgets.com/2009/... | ∞

Daniel Eindhoven sent in his latest creation, this is one killer looking coil gun! The laser effects are fantastic. "Fully semi-automatic, up to 14 shots. Capable of delivering over 18J kinetic energy, and speeds up to 110km/h! (42 gram project...

Shell Eco Marathon Europe 2009

7 Maj 2009 13:32 | http://hackedgadgets.com/2009/... | ∞

If you are lucky enough to be in Germany you might want to check out the high tech Shell Eco Marathon Europe 2009 entries. The event will be at the EuroSpeedway Lausitz track from May 7th to 9th. One of the teams competing is Team Aurora from KTH ...

Acoustic Gesture Recognition

7 Maj 2009 06:01 | http://hackedgadgets.com/2009/... | ∞

This Acoustic Gesture Recognition by Gary Halajian and John Wang from the Cornell University Designing with Microcontrollers course reminds me of the Object Scratching Input Device that Chris Harrison made (I later read the references and see that...

Piezoelectric Amplifier Circuit

7 Maj 2009 00:50 | http://hackedgadgets.com/2009/... | ∞

Piezo buzzers can be found everywhere, next time you throw out an old smoke detector be sure to remove the piezoelectric element from it and stash it in your parts bin. If you want to monitor sound with a piezoelectric element its not that easy s...

LEGO MINDSTORMS NXT Drawing Robot

5 Maj 2009 20:49 | http://hackedgadgets.com/2009/... | ∞

Inspired by Eriks creations, Daniele Benedettelli put together this very elaborate drawing robot. You basically import a picture that you want the machine to draw. Manipulate the image to make the image simpler and let the robot loose to draw ...

3D Laser Scanner

4 Maj 2009 21:10 | http://hackedgadgets.com/2009/... | ∞

Cornell University has just completed their ECE 4760 Designing with Microcontrollers Final Projects. There are lots of great projects, this 3D Laser Scanner by Ryan Dunn and Dale Taylor looks to be a flexible scanning system. Code and schematics a...

Russian Nuclear Power Plant Control Room

3 Maj 2009 16:23 | http://hackedgadgets.com/2009/... | ∞

This is an interesting look inside a Russian Nuclear Power Plant Control Room. It was completed in 1990 after a 8 years of construction. Even though it wasnt built yesterday I am surprised that it doesnt have more computer screens to monitor the...

Hot Wheels Basic Stamp Margarita Dispenser

3 Maj 2009 01:49 | http://hackedgadgets.com/2009/... | ∞

Here is a fun project that is sure to spice up your next party. Ercost60 built this cool Hot Wheels Basic Stamp Margarita Dispenser, watch a few cars zip around and get a drink from the gas can. "A Parallax Basic Stamp 1 monitors the progress ...

Submersible ROV

2 Maj 2009 20:23 | http://hackedgadgets.com/2009/... | ∞

If you want to go under the sea, this Parallax Submersible ROV project by Richard will allow you to go where most electronics dont want to go. With a goal of looking at the bottom of a lake in Michigan and watching some fish I think this project ...

Guess the Price Contest 3

2 Maj 2009 07:45 | http://hackedgadgets.com/2009/... | ∞

Above and below are 4 items, the source and date will not be given to add to the challenge. This contest will run for one week (May 1 - May 7, 2009) . Ending time is based on central standard time. To enter, leave a comment with your best guess at...

DIY Subwoofer Project Build

1 Maj 2009 21:19 | http://hackedgadgets.com/2009/... | ∞

This DIY Subwoofer Project Build shows that it is truly possible to make a sub that looks (and probably performs) better than lots of the stuff you would find in your local electronics shop. The use of leather and high gloss plastic panels really ...

2400 Volt Soda Can Crusher

30 Kwi 2009 22:37 | http://hackedgadgets.com/2009/... | ∞

Every time I see a microwave beside the curb I think of all the things that could be made with the MOT (microwave oven transformer). Bob Davis just finished some of his 2400 Volt Soda Can Crusher experiments that uses a MOT, some large caps and a ...

No Battery Radio Experiments

30 Kwi 2009 18:09 | http://hackedgadgets.com/2009/... | ∞

There are radio designs that require no batteries. Rick Crammond has been playing with a radio called the Beta Blocker Spirit Radio. Have a look at his other crazy radio experiments here.

Microcontroller Real Time Clock using system Crystal Oscillator

30 Kwi 2009 16:33 | http://hackedgadgets.com/2009/... | ∞

NerdKits demonstrates how make a Microcontroller Real Time Clock using system Crystal Oscillator by using system interrupts. "This project demonstrates a minimal piece of code that shows how to use interrupts, as well as the ATmega168s onboard Ti...