Seems the finest Scotsmen are not only Dr Who actors, but also Dr Who inventors. Scientists at Dundee University have built a sonic screwdriver similar to the one used in the fictional but much-beloved television series.
[via BBC]
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SevenBlocks is a digital clock resembling a classic red on black alarm clock with one major difference — it’s mechanical. Each segment is extruded from the base physically with servo-motors. Great fun, even if it is completely over-engineered.
Introducing the worlds first dog stairlift for full-figured pets
Posted by Phil Tucker
on April 2, 2012
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Does your obese pet have trouble getting up and down stairs? One UK based insurance company is prototyping the answer — a stairlift for dogs. Fear not Fido, help is on the way.
[via TreeHugger]
Turn a $150 Steadicam Smoothee into an $800 Merlin with DIY magic
Posted by Phil Tucker
on March 28, 2012
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CheesyCam‘s got a great how to DIY on converting a $150 Smoothee iPhone/GoPro Steadicam for use with heavier cameras such as the Mark II.
Video: The Marshall Amp Beer Fridge cools down to -11
Posted by Phil Tucker
on March 27, 2012
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The Marshall Amp Beer Fridge is the perfect, and perhaps only, way to hide your brewskis from the three other bands you share studio space with.
[via LaughingSquid]