Monthly Archives: May 2016

Nice cheap build (but time consuming) CNC

Posted on May 10, 2016 by robertwilkie

This is a nice build for a CNC, pretty slick looking too and very detailed.  Only down side is I think more details on ways to “build” the cut outs would be nice.  And mounts for the rails.  You have … Continue reading →

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Convert your smoke alarm to Wireless (IoT) via its battery

Posted on May 9, 2016 by robertwilkie

I got a kick out of this one.  The authors basically built a “smart” 9 volt battery that you can put into your smoke alarm to convert it into a wireless IoT device.  Clever idea.  It sounds like its going … Continue reading →

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ATM skimmers getting harder and harder to detect

Posted on May 9, 2016 by robertwilkie

Its getting to the point where its almost impossible to find these things if they are installed http://krebsonsecurity.com/2016/05/crooks-go-deep-with-deep-insert-skimmers/

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Hum…this maybe better than building my onw kitchen cabinet sliders

Posted on May 9, 2016 by robertwilkie

I was thinking of putting some sliders in my kitchen cabinets and stumbled on this at walmart.  Depending on how well built they are.  This could be a better solution.  Its on sale for $33, I was looking at $30 … Continue reading →

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Make a pool level sensor

Posted on May 9, 2016 by robertwilkie

Build looks like a high end toilet mechanical system.  But used to monitor your pool water level. http://www.instructables.com/id/Pool-Level-Sensor/

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Build a simple soda bottle rocket

Posted on May 9, 2016 by robertwilkie

Nice build.  I wonder if a better solution for a release value could be used. http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Water-Rocket-With-a-Plastic-Bottle/

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Tools for pen testing on Android

Posted on May 6, 2016 by robertwilkie

dSploit, Network SPoofer, Network Discovery, Shark for Root, Penetrate Pro, DroidSheep, WPSScan, Nessus, FaceNiff, WebSecurify, network mapper, Router BruteForce, Andosid, AppUse, Half of these are ports from Linux.  Some require you to root your phone.  I have tried out about … Continue reading →

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Good overview on IR Sensors

Posted on May 6, 2016 by robertwilkie

A good review on how IR sensors work.  I came into a bunch of them myself and neede a refresher. https://learn.adafruit.com/ir-sensor

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Right Angle drill + lazy susan = disc Sander

Posted on May 6, 2016 by robertwilkie

Well add in a drill press too.  Interesting build overall.  Could be a nice easy thing to add to your drill press.  I wish I had that track saw in the video. http://lifehacker.com/transform-a-drill-press-into-a-disc-sander-with-a-few-a-1774543236

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How to find your produce key to re-install windows

Posted on May 4, 2016 by robertwilkie

Every so often I have to re-install windows.  And I sometimes forget how to get the key off the box.  Good article below tells you how. http://www.howtogeek.com/206329/how-to-find-your-lost-windows-or-office-product-keys/

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