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This is homepage of ham radio station oh5hba. Info about me and my station, which may interest other ham operators can be found thru menu. This page contains links that I use often in my everyday life. Reason for this site is just for own fun and it helps to find important things when i’m not at my own computer.
Interesting news feeds from different sources:
- Although generally iPads tend to keep their resale value, there are a few exceptions, such as when you find yourself burdened with iCloud-locked devices. Instead of tossing these out as …read more
- Due to historical engineering decisions made many decades ago, a great many irrigation systems rely on solenoid valves that operate on 24 volts AC. This can be inconvenient if you’re …read more
- Now, we can’t call these LEGO key caps for obvious reasons, but also because they don’t actually work with standard LEGO. But that’s just fine and dandy, because they’re height-adjustable …read more
- In the early days of AI, a common example program was the hexapawn game. This extremely simplified version of a chess program learned to play with your help. When the …read more
- The BBC recently published an exposé revealing that some Chinese subscription sites charge for access to their network of hundreds of hidden cameras in hotel rooms. Of course, this is …read more
- Mark your calendars for March 27-28, 2026, as we come together for Arduino Days 2026 – our annual online event for everyone, everywhere. As we step into 2026, we embrace an exciting paradigm shift in technology, ready to explore the new world of AI. For the past two decades, Arduino has been a favorite of […]
- There are industrial robots, and there is Brian Brocken’s two-ton behemoth: an ABB IRB6400 capable of moving at least 150kg (330 pounds), thanks to partial hydraulic actuation. It is an absurd robot that a factory might use to put small engines in cars. So, it is an understatement to say it was overkill when Brocken […]
- We’re excited to introduce a new version of Arduino App Lab, designed to make building, testing, and sharing applications easier and more secure. This update centers around enhancing the flexibility of App Lab, so you can focus on what’s important: building – whether you’re a student, educator, or experienced maker working with the Arduino® UNO™ […]
- If you do a lot of creative work, you’ve probably found that your computer’s keyboard and mouse alone just don’t cut it. There are simply too many different shortcuts and macros to cover with memorable key combos. That’s why BlommeJan used an Arduino UNO Q to build the Starkpad. Starkpad is similar to an Elgato […]
- Smart home and IoT devices are nice and all, but controlling them always feels a bit clunky. It seems like it always comes down to trying a voice command and then, when that fails, opening an app on a smartphone and pushing a button. That’s why Unnecessary Inventions’ Matty Benedetto came up with this much […]
- This is the setup nobody tells you to do, but everyone should.
- I left OneNote not for something better, but for something that fit how I think and work today.
- Why channel switching rarely solves modern Wi-Fi problems.
- It's free and open-source.
- Local LLMs get way more useful when you connect them to real tools.
- Start turning wood with a 3D printer the long way, by printing this cheap lathe. The post Turn It Up! 3D-Printed Wood Lathe appeared first on Make: DIY Projects and Ideas for Makers.
- With the Elegoo Centauri Carbon, the ideal first 3D printer/daily workhorse has never been closer within reach! The post Review: Elegoo Centauri Carbon is a Solid First 3D Printer appeared first on Make: DIY Projects and Ideas for Makers.
- Shariff DMC2 Mini is a scrappy CNC mill for those who like getting their hands dirty. The post Reviewing the Shariff DMC2 Mini CNC Mill appeared first on Make: DIY Projects and Ideas for Makers.
- NODE's Make it Yourself should have already existed. Creators everywhere should rejoice that the minimalist hacker made it happen. The post Book Review: Make it Yourself, by NODE appeared first on Make: DIY Projects and Ideas for Makers.
- In January we saw a car wash, a haptic belt, and a frog sensor. The post Open Source Hardware Certifications for January 2026 appeared first on Make: DIY Projects and Ideas for Makers.