It’s dangerous for a hardware hacker to go into a second-hand store. I was looking for a bed frame for my new apartment, but of course I spent an age …read more (https://hackaday.com/2021/12/15/the-seductive-pull-of-an-obsolete-home-movie-format/)

A Nixie Clock, the Hard Way
https://hackaday.com/2021/12/15/a-nixie-clock-the-hard-way/

Notice: no vintage Hewlett Packard test equipment was harmed in the making of this overly complicated Nixie clock. In fact, if anything, the HP 5245L electronic counter came out better …read more (https://hackaday.com/2021/12/15/a-nixie-clock-the-hard-way/)

The Real Science (Not Armchair Science) Of Consciousness
https://hackaday.com/2021/12/15/the-real-science-not-armchair-science-of-consciousness/

Among brain researchers there’s a truism that says the reason people underestimate how much unconscious processing goes on in your brain is because you’re not conscious of it. And while …read more (https://hackaday.com/2021/12/15/the-real-science-not-armchair-science-of-consciousness/)

DIY Glasses Aim To Improve Color Vision
https://hackaday.com/2021/12/15/diy-glasses-aim-to-improve-color-vision/

Typically, to improve one’s eyesight, we look to tools like corrective lenses or laser eye surgery to improve optical performance. However, [Casey Connor 2] came across another method, that uses …read more (https://hackaday.com/2021/12/15/diy-glasses-aim-to-improve-color-vision/)

Heavy-Duty Starter Motor Powers An Awesome Drift Trike
https://hackaday.com/2021/12/15/heavy-duty-starter-motor-powers-an-awesome-drift-trike/

Starter motors aren’t typically a great choice for motorized projects, as they’re designed to give engines a big strong kick for a few seconds. Driving them continuously can often quickly …read more (https://hackaday.com/2021/12/15/heavy-duty-starter-motor-powers-an-awesome-drift-trike/)

Wii Meets Its End In Breadcrumb Jail
https://hackaday.com/2021/12/15/wii-meets-its-end-in-breadcrumb-jail/

One of often encountered traits of a hacker is an ability to build devices into places where they don’t belong. Perhaps, [sonictimm]’s self-descriptive WiiinToaster was somewhat of an inevitability. Inspired …read more (https://hackaday.com/2021/12/15/wii-meets-its-end-in-breadcrumb-jail/)

Christmas Tree PCB Just the Trick For Festive Glee
https://hackaday.com/2021/12/15/christmas-tree-pcb-just-the-trick-for-festive-glee/

The festive season is often as good a reason as any to get out the tools and whip up a fun little project. [Simon] wanted a little tchotchke to give …read more (https://hackaday.com/2021/12/15/christmas-tree-pcb-just-the-trick-for-festive-glee/)