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Linus Ekenstam shares a tool called PLY for designing mini-ramps, incorporating real-world constraints for ramp building.
A personal blog post describing the process of replacing an old battery in rechargeable bike lights, including steps like desoldering and seeking help from a community makerspace.
The article evaluates the value of home security system subscriptions and provides a guide to building a subscription-free smart home security setup using devices like smart locks, video doorbells, and cameras.
The article details a DIY project to build a compact Windows XP computer using a Mini-ITX board inside a custom case, highlighting the design challenges and construction process.
A user built a custom home NAS server from spare parts, including a modified Zotac mini PC and multiple hard drives, to avoid cloud storage costs and privacy concerns, while noting hardware market trends affected by AI demand.
A user presents a fully 3D printed dual cooling cube for NVIDIA GB10, featuring Noctua fans and a PWM controller, intended for thermal testing.
This article details hacking a $20 4G wireless hotspot into a custom texting device by installing Linux via openstick, integrating a Clicks keyboard and a SHARP display, with a focus on the DIY process and hardware components.
The article provides a detailed guide on fabricating a vacuum diode for Make: Magazine, emphasizing the pinch seal process using tungsten and borosilicate glass.
A personal blog post detailing the process of designing and building a custom wall lamp from scratch using LED strips and wood, inspired by a desire for indirect lighting in a bedroom.
DIY plug-in solar kits are gaining traction in the US as over a dozen states legalize balcony solar systems, allowing consumers to generate electricity affordably without contractors or utility preapproval. The trend follows massive adoption in Europe, driven by falling solar and battery prices and a desire for energy independence.
The article argues that coding agents are democratizing electronics customization, making it as malleable as mechanical DIY, and predicts the disappearance of many traditional products as people embrace DIY solutions.
This article introduces how to use low-cost ESP32 microcontrollers to build a counter-surveillance platform, employing open-source tools to detect and counter surveillance technologies such as license plate recognition and police cameras, thereby enabling accessible privacy protection.
A user modified a HomePod Mini to connect it to a local AI model GLM 5.3 Flash using a Spark cluster and oMLX for fluent AI conversations, mentioning that major AI companies wouldn't support this project.
A circuit-board business card with an NFC chip and batteryless LED that lights up when tapped by a phone, powered by the phone's NFC field.
A detailed guide on refurbishing a Tektronix TDS7104 oscilloscope, including hardware repairs, software reinstallation, and troubleshooting steps.
RotaryCell is an open-source project that converts traditional rotary phones into portable cellular phones using an ESP32-S3 and other electronics, without modifying the original device.
Labor Day 2026 deals allow purchasing a complete starter tool kit for under $375, featuring products like the Ryobi 4-Tool Kit from major retailers such as Home Depot, Lowe’s, and Walmart.
The author recounts repairing a Kinesis Advantage keyboard by ordering custom PCBs, sourcing components, and building firmware with QMK, overcoming issues like circuit damage and compatibility challenges.
A Hacker News thread where users discuss options for large format touchscreen E-Paper displays, with suggestions to modify existing products like Dasung monitors.
Raspberry Pi has released an official tutorial for building a cyberdeck, a portable computer made from DIY parts, amid a growing trend on social media platforms like TikTok.