This blog is primarily for students of A Level Systems and Control Technology at the Melton Vale Post 16 Centre in Melton Mowbray, UK. However, if you find any information of interest, you are very welcome to it.
Tuesday, 13 March 2012
Blog Moved To Google+
This blog has now been moved to Google+. Future posts may be found at https://plus.google.com/u/0/b/118149970409123758623/
Tuesday, 28 February 2012
Tuesday, 7 February 2012
Simple Wi-Fi Signal Booster for Free
Learn how to make a simple (basically free) wifi antenna booster using tin foil. Yes, it sounds crazy, but it actually works and significantly increases your wifi signal in the dead zones of your house. The video above is pretty lengthy, but does a good job walking you through a few optimal designs.
http://hacknmod.com/hack/dirt-simple-wi-fi-signal-antenna-booster-for-free/
Transplant jaw made by 3D printer claimed as first
BBC News : A 3D printer-created lower jaw has been fitted to an 83-year-old woman's face in what doctors say is the first operation of its kind.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-16907104
Tuesday, 31 January 2012
Hip-Hop Basslines Could Power Implantable Medical Devices
Your favorite hip-hop artist could save a life someday — or at least control a person’s bladder — through the power of heavy bass beats, according to new research. Acoustic waves from rap music shudder through your body with ease, and can readily power a new implantable medical device.
http://www.popsci.com/technology/article/2012-01/bumping-rap-beats-could-power-implantable-medical-devices
The Solar Powered RC Electric Lawn Mower
While spending too many hours during my childhood mowing the lawn, I always thought, “why don’t we have a robot doing this for us?” This DIYer has made that wish come true. And not only has he created one, but he is releasing a series of intricately detailed video tutorials which walk you through the step by step process. Starting with a stock Black and Decker electric lawn mower, he created a custom frame to house the electronics and remote control receiver.
Friday, 13 January 2012
Psychedelic Sphere of LEDs
The friend of a performer created this optical light display of 256 LEDs that can be programmed to create some fascinating displays. The ball has 16 panels, which are not only the circuit boards, but the structural support of the ball as well. The central brain is provided by an Arduino powered by two AA batteries. For more information, see the full project details (the site may be temporarily down).
http://hacknmod.com/hack/psychedelic-sphere-of-leds/
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