Monthly Archives: March 2018

Use QuickRemote to connect Roku to Google Home

Posted on March 23, 2018 by robertwilkie

I have not heard of QuickRemote app before.  Apparently you can use it to tie into your Roku to control it via voice.  The reviews on Android are mixed so not sure if this is a good solution yet. https://www.howtogeek.com/342806/how-to-control-your-roku-with-google-homes-voice-assistant/ … Continue reading →

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Make a super small function generator

Posted on March 22, 2018 by robertwilkie

I got a kick out of this one.  Could be useful for a small portable development unit. Tiny Function Generator on the ATtiny85, Complete with OLED

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Nice write up on using OctoPrint

Posted on March 22, 2018 by robertwilkie

OctoPrint has been on my radar for some time, I am still using the proprietary software with the printer I have, but constantly been meaning to switch. Controlling OctoPrint on the Go

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An open source annoyatron

Posted on March 21, 2018 by robertwilkie

I remember years ago you could buy these buzzers that randomly buzzed to annoy folks.  It seems that an opensource project now exists for a device like this called OpenKobold.  Uses a PIC processor for the noise and timing. Love … Continue reading →

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Nice clamp build to hold a board upright

Posted on March 21, 2018 by robertwilkie

Nice build and pretty easy to make too.  Basically the wedge is used to tap in and hold the board, and then you can work on the board in an up-right manner. http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Wedge-Planing-Stop/

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Nice slide for a table saw to make dowel rods

Posted on March 21, 2018 by robertwilkie

Pretty nice build.  You can use a crappier blade to do this too.  My 2 cents, I think I would have built a handle of sorts for the drill just to keep risk of my hand, or drill from getting … Continue reading →

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Automated spray bottle

Posted on March 20, 2018 by robertwilkie

Now you can buy something like this call ssscat, which is around $20-30.  But this is much more fun and refillable. No, Cat, This Is Not The Litter Box

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Simple pegboard jig

Posted on March 20, 2018 by robertwilkie

Pretty neat idea, you can then make custom pegboards.  I like how the author uses nylon spacers as ways to line up the drill and its replaceable when needed. http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Custom-Pegboard-3D-Jig-File-Included/

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Make your own power consumption tester

Posted on March 19, 2018 by robertwilkie

Interesting build using an ESP to monitor a device for how much power it consumes. Monitor Power Consumption of Low-Power Devices

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Nice pegboard cart

Posted on March 19, 2018 by robertwilkie

Nice build for a pegboard cart.  I have a love/hate relationship with pegboard.  One one side its a great and easy way to hang things up.  On the other side, its doesn’t always look good.  And sometimes I need something … Continue reading →

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