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Flexible Organic Sensors That Grow with the Body The new study by the researchers from the University of California and Columbia University reveals that it is possible to make implants that are adaptable to the human body, which are flexible and biocompatible and are able to grow with the human body. These biocompatible sensors are made with organic polymer transistors, making them… |
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Fluid Pendant - An Interactive RealTime Fluid Simulation with STM32 A developer has made a small Fluid Pendant, a unique wearable device, that integrates real-time Fluid-Implicit Particle (FLIP) fluid simulation. This project demonstrates an impressive combination of advanced computational techniques and clever hardware design. The fluid simulation embedded in the pendant, balances particle-based and grid-based calculations to… |
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Exploring Supercapacitor-Powered Drones with a Custom Controller A hobbyist in the maker community recently shared an intriguing project: building a custom flight controller for a quadcopter drone powered by supercapacitors. This innovative endeavor investigates the feasibility of replacing traditional lithium-ion batteries with supercapacitors in drone technology. The drone uses supercapacitors as its primary power source, allowing for rapid… |
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M.A.T.T: An Electronic Magic Tool for Magicians M.A.T.T. (Most Advanced Thumb Tip) by Magic Dream Paris brings a technical upgrade to a traditional magician’s tool. Designed with modern performance needs in mind, this device integrates IoT Technology to extend the possibilities of thumb-tip tricks. It caters to magicians, mentalists, and stage performers who want to incorporate innovative, visually impactful effects into their routines.… |
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Meet KOU-III: A Two-Legged Quadrotor-Assisted Robot Inspired by Nature KOU-III, a newly developed bipedal robot from Shandong University, It shows how engineering can bring in inspiration from human and animal movement to improve stability and mobility in robotics. They use quadrotors, small rotating mechanical systems in their design, which allow it to move effectively in complex environments. It can perform movements like walking,… |
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RC Robotic Fish: A Fun and Functional DIY Project A YouTuber has shared his attempt at building a remote-controlled robotic fish, and the results are both captivating and functional. This latest version combines simplicity and innovation, powered by an Arduino Uno, a single large servo motor, a Bluetooth transceiver (HC05), and a 5V battery pack. The combination of these simple components, along with a straightforward mechanical structure,… |
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Modular and Open-Source Handheld Linux Computer Mecha Comet is a modular Linux handheld computer developed by Mecha Systems Inc. It was showcased at CES 2025, highlighting its focus on flexibility, repairability, and open-source design. The device runs Mechanix OS, a Debian-based operating system with a user interface built in Rust for GPU rendering on Wayland. It features a 1.8 GHz quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 processor, 4GB of RAM, and 32GB… |
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RF Clown: An Opensource Bluetooth Jamming Tool The RF Clown is a compact and portable Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) jamming tool designed to block Bluetooth signals and prevent devices from communicating. It works by emitting interference signals that disrupt Bluetooth connections, preventing devices from pairing or transmitting data. At the heart of the RF Clown is a microcontroller with BLE capabilities, such as the ESP32. This… |
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A Chair That Can Walk: A Fun Project for Anime-Loving Makers Anime fans are often known for their passion, creativity, and the lengths they go to bring their favourite characters or objects to life. For fans of Suzume no Tojimari, the popular anime film directed by Makoto Shinkai, one such iconic object is Suzume’s beloved three-legged chair, which takes on a life of its own in the movie. This whimsical piece of furniture has inspired countless fan-made… |
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Cyborg Insects: Tiny Heroes for Big Rescue Missions A swarm of Cyborg Insects that can work together to solve real-world problems was developed by the researchers, which was made possible because of advancements in swarm robotics. These Cyborg Insects are designed to perform remote tasks and will be helpful in exploring areas that are hard to reach by humans. These cyborgs are real… |
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Tactility Brings App-Based Functionality to ESP32 Microcontrollers Changing apps on your phone or computer is simple, but doing the same on an embedded system usually means reflashing the entire firmware, which isn’t so easy. Tactility, a new operating system for the ESP32 microcontroller family, changes this by making it possible to run and switch apps just like you would on a desktop. Created by Ken Van Hoeylandt, Tactility supports devices with or without… |
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Inky Dashboard: E-Paper Display for Easy Organization A Reddit user has developed the Inky Dashboard, a battery-powered e-paper display designed to show your calendar and to-do list in a simple, efficient way. Ideal for staying organized, the display updates every 30 minutes, making it a great portable solution for managing tasks and schedules. This project uses the Inky Frame 7.3” by Pimoroni, powered by… |
