http://www.builderati.com We build because we can. Tue, 08 Aug 2006 21:14:51 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en This custom conveyance was built for the FrankenBike competition organized, but later cancelled, by the Museum of Science. Without the deadline pressure, the project was never quite finished. I needed the space in the garage so that I could do the welding workshops for Boston Burners. The bike has two ... http://www.builderati.com/tim/2006/08/free-to-a-good-home/ This go-anywhere blender brings the horsepower to power through those frozen drinks. An inspired build from the maker of the The V8 Snowblower. http://www.builderati.com/tim/2006/01/gasoline-powered-blender/ Joshua Driggs -aka- ZapWizard documents his project to create a real wooden case for an iPod. His work is beautiful as you can see from the many pictures that he provides with his project log. Check it out. http://www.builderati.com/tim/2006/01/macmod-your-mac-modding-hq/ Matt Keveney maintains Animated Engines, a site with very clearly drawn animations of all of the major (and many minor) variations of mechanical engines. Check-out Matt’s site for the full listing of engine animatinos and a clear step-by-step, pictoral explanation of the workings of each engine design. http://www.builderati.com/tim/2005/12/animated-engines/ DIY Jacobs Ladder project that uses the power transformer from a neon sign to create the climbing electrical discharge featured in many a B-movie matinee. It is a simple rig with some dangerous effects, so use caution. There are numerous well-documented projects to follow. A thorough, though picture-free project plan written by ... http://www.builderati.com/tim/2005/12/make-a-jacobs-ladder/ From MITer, Marsette Vona comes an inspired hack of a very hack-worthy object. Everyone who ever received a Billy Bass as a gift has wondered what to do with it after the initial chuckle subsided. See the “official” project site for details for Billy Bass hack. “The Billy Bass Hack ... http://www.builderati.com/tim/2005/12/marsette-vona-boogie-bass-hack-details-for-billy-bass/ My complexion demands the belt-and-suspenders approach to sun protection: SPF 30+ & shade. Since New England beaches are blustery on the best of days, I spent more time clutching my umbrella than enjoying the surf-sounds. None of those wimpy plastic screws could hold the umbrella fast in the ... http://www.builderati.com/tim/2005/12/windjammer-umbrella-holder-4/ I recently got an email forward containing these pictures of the unique art/engineering work. A little research turned up more information. The creator is Livio De Marchi of Venice, Italy. His unique take on high-tech automotive is not only eye catching but functional… well at least it floats. Read more ... http://www.builderati.com/tim/2005/12/who-is-the-amazing-carpenter/ For those unfamiliar with the Burning Man event, it is a week-long festival of self-sufficiency and engineering art held in the Black Rock Desert of California (or is it Nevada?). The participants are known for ingenuity and alternative thinking. http://www.builderati.com/administrator/2005/11/burning-man-not-just-for-hippies-anymore/ Kinetic sculptor and uber-builder Arthur Ganson hosted the annual FAT Friday at MIT this past Friday-After-Thanksgiving creating a Chain Reaction http://www.builderati.com/jbo/2005/11/mit-fat-friday-chain-reaction/