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January 13, 2017

Maker Pro News: Makers at CES, Micro-Crowdfunding, Edible Mealworms, and More

maker-faire-shenzhen-2016-robot-combats-heroCheck out the maker-made companies that caught our eye at CES, plus Kickstarter highlights low-quantity projects with their Make 100 program.

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Published on January 13, 2017 12:52

Getting Started with Raspberry Pi using the WD Labs PiDrive

pidriveDonald Bell offers a brief tutorial on setting up a Raspberry Pi computer and a project-partitioned hard drive.

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Published on January 13, 2017 11:00

Laser Cut a Slot-Together Octopus Lamp

octothumbdownload and cut this cool customizeable octopus lamp

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Published on January 13, 2017 06:00

What is Wire Bonding?

wirebondWe take a look at wire bonding, a method for connecting integrated circuits in semiconductor manufacturing.

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Published on January 13, 2017 06:00

January 12, 2017

Make: at CES 2017: Smart Cars, Connected Mirrors, Holograms, and More

img_2707CES always brings the latest and greatest electronics. This year, the common theme was devices that are smart, connected, and aim to make your life easier and more automated.

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Published on January 12, 2017 06:30

Getting Started with Your Multimeter

Photo by Hep SvadjaOf all electronics tools, the multimeter is the most essential. Understand what to look for and how to use it to get the most out of your projects.

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Published on January 12, 2017 06:00

Building 8-Legged Trotbots, From Tiny to Towering

2016-10-17_17-20-46-copyThis 8-legged walker bot has a high-stepping gait that defeats obstacles, and you can build it with Lego.

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Published on January 12, 2017 06:00

January 11, 2017

Our Top Shop Tips for 2016

kreg-jig-pocket-hole-jig-modification-5-of-8We look back at some of our favorite shop short-cuts, tips, tricks, and hacks for 2016.

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Published on January 11, 2017 14:22

Compose Synthy Samples with a Lego Sound Sequencer

Photography by Brian McNamaraSpin up your favorite-color Legos to sequence sound samples in endless combos.

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