When it comes to impromptu enclosures, [Paul Wallace] is a man after our own hearts, for his serial-to-Ethernet converters allowing him to control older test equipment were housed in takeaway …read more (https://hackaday.com/2022/03/16/eight-rs232-ports-one-ethernet-port/)

Our Favorite Things: Binary Search
https://hackaday.com/2022/03/16/our-favorite-things-binary-search/

You might not think that it would be possible to have a favorite optimization algorithm, but I do. And if you’re well-versed in the mathematical art of hill climbing, you …read more (https://hackaday.com/2022/03/16/our-favorite-things-binary-search/)

Spark Plug and Plumbing Parts Bring Nitrogen Laser Under Control
https://hackaday.com/2022/03/16/spark-plug-and-plumbing-parts-bring-nitrogen-laser-under-control/

When it comes to high-speed, high-voltage switching, there are a wealth of components to choose from — MOSFETS, thyristors, IGBTs, and even vacuum tubes like thyratrons. But who needs all …read more (https://hackaday.com/2022/03/16/spark-plug-and-plumbing-parts-bring-nitrogen-laser-under-control/)

Tired of 3D Printed Skirts? Try Kisses
https://hackaday.com/2022/03/16/tired-of-3d-printed-skirts-try-kisses/

One popular option when 3D printing is to have the printer draw a loop or two around the print before starting. This serves several purposes: it clears the print head …read more (https://hackaday.com/2022/03/16/tired-of-3d-printed-skirts-try-kisses/)

Cheap Spot Welder Teardown
https://hackaday.com/2022/03/16/cheap-spot-welder-teardown/

It used to be hard to dump enough electricity through two pieces of metal to meld them together. But a lithium-ion battery can do it. The question is, should it? …read more (https://hackaday.com/2022/03/16/cheap-spot-welder-teardown/)

OpenGL in 500 Lines (Sort Of…)
https://hackaday.com/2022/03/16/opengl-in-500-lines-sort-of/

How difficult is OpenGL? How difficult can it be if you can build a basic renderer in 500 lines of code? That’s what [Dmitry] did as part of a series …read more (https://hackaday.com/2022/03/16/opengl-in-500-lines-sort-of/)

A Clear Guide For A Low-Profile Bespoke Keyboard
https://hackaday.com/2022/03/16/a-clear-guide-for-a-low-profile-bespoke-keyboard/

At the risk of stepping on our fantastic Keebin with Kristina series, a beautiful tutorial by [Ben Vallack] details how to create a custom low-profile keyboard in great detail. We’ve …read more (https://hackaday.com/2022/03/16/a-clear-guide-for-a-low-profile-bespoke-keyboard/)

An Old Typewriter Speaks To The World
https://hackaday.com/2022/03/17/an-old-typewriter-speaks-to-the-world/