diy projects
A $200 DIY Pick-and-Place Machine That Handles 0201 Parts
Industrial pick-and-place machines cost a fortune. One maker built a four-axis version for $200 that still nails 0201 parts. Here's how it works.
diy projects
How to Build a Piso WiFi Vendo in the Philippines (Full Guide)
Build your own piso wifi vendo with an Orange Pi and a coin acceptor. Full parts list, wiring, and LPB Piso WiFi setup -…
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Build a Handheld GPS Compass on the Adafruit Feather RP2350
Turn a Feather RP2350, a 9-DoF IMU, and a GPS module into a pocket navigator that draws a live compass rose and never needs…
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AR4 Mark 5: This Open-Source 6-Axis Robot Arm Is Finally Done
Chris Annin's open-source AR4 6-axis robot arm just got its final Mark 5 revision, swapping in Hall effect sensors and shipping a fresh build…
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Build Your Own ESP32 Walkie-Talkies With ESP-NOW
A pair of XIAO ESP32S3 boards plus ESP-NOW make 3D-printed walkie-talkies that hold a voice link past 200 meters, no Wi-Fi or cell signal…
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Weekend Build: A Pocket GPS Compass on the Feather RP2350
Spend a weekend building a pocket GPS compass: a Feather RP2350, PA1010D GPS, and a 9-DoF IMU draw a live, tilt-aware heading on a…
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Adafruit Feather Builds: A GPS Compass and a Pocket Game Console
A GPS compass that always points you home and a Feather-powered handheld game console - broken down into stackable, weekend-friendly maker builds.
arduino
Build a $30 Arduino DJ Controller With 3D-Printed Jog Wheels
A maker built a full two-deck DJ controller for about $30 using an Arduino Pro Micro, 3D-printed jog wheels, and clever shared copper-rail wiring.
3d printing
Modular 3D-Printed Desk Organizer With Snap-Together iPhone Stand
Free MakerWorld files turn a 3D printer into a custom desk organizer with iPhone stand, pen holder, and snap-in modular tray for any layout.
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RP2040 Wristwatch Tells Time With a Vintage VU Meter Needle
Meet the one-needle wristwatch that pairs a vintage VU meter with a Raspberry Pi RP2040 to show time, date, and day across printed analog…
3d printing
Cyber-Deco Lamp: A 3D-Printed Mashup of Cyberpunk and Art Deco
A 413mm cyberpunk-meets-art-deco lamp prints in pieces on a Bambu A1 Mini, snaps together, and lights up with a simple USB LED kit.
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AkiraConsole: ESP32-S3 Handheld for Hacking, RF, and Retro Gaming
Meet the AkiraConsole: an ESP32-S3 handheld packing LoRa, sub-GHz, NFC, and a 2.8-inch LCD for hardware hacking, RF testing, and retro gaming on the…