Not so clumsy or random as a blaster, this bug killing light saber is an elegant weapon for a more civilized age…
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I have heard the joke several times that a light saber would make a great bug zapper. However, when [Ricky Sumbody] requested it on Facebook, I thought “why not?”. [Ricky] made a common mistake, he thought the bulb was the part that actually zaps the bugs. A quick google search revealed that many people had the same thought. I decide that, even though building a functional bug zapping light saber might not look as …
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Posted by DidYaSee
June 21, 2012
Always longed to film underwater video documentaries and research, but terrified of all the stuff down there just waiting to eat hapless humans? AquaBotix is for you. Video after the cut.
Affordable and fun, this remote controlled underwater vehicle can record live video and capture photos in HD, streaming them to your iPad and allowing you to share with family and friends.
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Posted by DidYaSee
June 14, 2012
I really can’t get enough of these, but I really am starting to wish we’d see some of these reach final, commercial, reliable and affordable markets. Aside from the obvious uses in developing areas, they could be huge in the outdoor creation community and emergency preparedness situations.
A standard tPOD1 kit will include a tPOD1 power generator, a light with a USB connection, a quantity of tea candles for your initial fuel, and a handy carrying case designed for the tPOD1. We are also developing accessories for the tPOD1; a small battery regulator and charging system to work with the …
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Posted by DidYaSee
June 13, 2012
While I’m no garden guru, I’m not as cursed as some folks I’ve seen. I have what is called a silicon thumb, so how could I not notice a device that brings as much technology as possible to bear on the otherwise natural practice of gardening? 🙂
It’s a device and a website that will simplify hydroponic gardening. You tell it about your setup and what plants you’re growing, and it provides you with a personalized growing plan that tells you how to achieve the best possible results. Sensors in your garden send readings to your account on the Bitponics …
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Posted by DidYaSee
June 12, 2012
… and once SkyNet takes them over, they’ll be front line soldiers in the war on humans. At least dad will get some rest this Father’s Day though.
The TANGO E5 is designed to maintain your lawn automatically, meaning you can enjoy the more important aspects of life. Designed, innovated and built by John Deere to its highest manufacturing standards, the TANGO E5 autonomous mower sets a new benchmark in lawn maintenance.
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Posted by DidYaSee
June 8, 2012