Halloween is still months away, but the boring online video calls are definitely not going anywhere anytime soon. So why not spice things up with a mask that projects all sorts of digital images? A couple of years ago, Sean Hodgins thought of a cool idea for a mask. By installing a projector connected to a teeny-tiny Raspberry Pi Zero computer and affixing it in front of a 3D printed mask, he was able to project all kinds of image files onto his face. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WefSub8qesQ So how exactly did he go about making this creepy, yet totally awesome identity-hiding device? Sean gives us a close look at all the components…
Watering your backyard or garden doesn’t have to be tiresome. A soaker hose solves this problem by continuously watering your plants in a controlled amount and pressure. There are different soaker hoses that can do this according to your preference. And since there are so many options in the market to choose from, there are few things that you should always put in mind before buying a soaker hose for your backyard or garden. Scanning your options, of course, translates to pages and pages of research you need to read on your end just to find the right one. But to make things easier for you, our team of experts…
We always need access to a decent toilet wherever we are. Unfortunately looking for buildings and places that house the conventional type of toilet can be a challenge; especially if you are in the mountain, a deserted place, or literally on a desert while driving your RV. Thankfully, we found a way to create a system that would allow us to contain our waste while preventing the annoying odor: composting toilets. Composting toilet is an innovative type of toilet. It holds and contains human waste and treats it biologically through the composting process. While it doesn’t kill the pathogens in the material, the process decomposes the waste and turns it…
Sprice Machines is both a simple and not-so-simple YouTube channel for the same reason: that it specializes solely in making Rube Goldberg machines. And while you think having a single selling point makes it easier to dream up content, it takes a highly creative mind to think up and execute new ways to oversimplify the most mundane tasks. Take this trickshot machine for example, which takes almost 3 minutes after its initial activation to shoot a ball a few inches into the hoop above it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fw0RQiZKvIc&ab_channel=SpriceMachines By carefully placing tons of toys and knick-knacks on a giant desk and nearby wall, Steve Price has created a Rube Goldberg machine that…
Along with pests and the lack of a green thumb, weeds can be a gardener’s worst nightmare. While the first two have their own solutions, battling weed can be a challenge. But thanks to weed barriers, you can build protection around your dearest plants in the garden. A good weed barrier makes it easier to contain the infestation of pesky wild grass. This will also help the plants you are growing to achieve their maximum vibrancy and thrive endlessly. The quality of the weed barrier would need to be topnotch in order to attain this. Our garden experts and enthusiasts know just what to suggest after personally testing the leading…
You wouldn’t be able to enjoy all the benefits of a lawn tractor without its most important component: battery. The best lawn tractor battery should have enough energy to last through a tough job and maintain its charge even when you are not using it. However, during freezing weather, it is a challenge for a lawn tractor battery to maintain its charge. Charge retention is an important factor that you should consider when buying a battery for your lawn tractor. As a result, different manufacturers have come up with good quality batteries that are rechargeable. The thing is, shopping around for the best lawn tractor batteries can be a challenge.…