Some clever lads at Cornell University have adapted a classic Etch-a-Sketch so you can draw with a serial mouse. Like many projects I link to, it’s not that it’s difficult, it is just interesting that someone actually did it. It also uses Atmel microcontrollers, which I prefer over the more widely used PIC chips or Basic Stamps.
I got here by surfing through GeekDIY, a site which is exactly what it sounds like. There are lots of good projects to be had there.
Just click here for one of the cleverest uses of animated gifs I’ve seen in a while.
Slashdot ran a story about a gadget to turn your water bottle into a tripod that can be found in Japan. Adam at fiendishthingy.org has his own Bottle Cap Tripod which can be made for $1.50, thereby singly matching the innovation (or lunacy) of Japanese manufacturers.
Obligatory useful hint: Camera tripods are threaded for ordinary 1/4″, 20tpi screws. I like using either stainless steel bolts for similar applications or nylon.
Today is brainwagon’s 2nd anniversary. Over the last two years I’ve made 403 posts, which I hope that some people have found entertaining. Wherever you are, have a slice of cake, or if you are trying to lose weight like me, perhaps some extra carrot sticks.
I am actually looking to boost my readership, so if you have a weblog and would like to cross link with me, try dropping a comment below.