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The Singing Capacitor: How a Theremin Works
From the iconic chorus of “Good Vibrations” to Hitchcock’s “Spellbound”, theremins conjure an alien sound across the octaves. But how do they work?
How to Find and Remove Potential Driver Conflicts in macOS
If external hardware isn't working with your Mac, there might be a driver conflict you need to fix.
How to Make a DIY Light Box for Just a Few Dollars
Why buy a light box for taking product photos when you can easily make your own DIY one out of household materials?
How to Not Start an Electrical Fire: Calculating Wire Gauges for Your Next DIY Project
DIY is fun, but it comes with risks—including fire. Here's how to stop this from happening.
Morpholio Trace: Sketch Designs on Your iPad to Visualize Your Next Project
Take your designs to the next level with the Morpholio Trace on your iPad.
Key Components of an Off-Grid Solar Power System
From panels to power inverters: Everything you need to set up an off-grid solar power system.
Unbalanced vs. Balanced Audio – What’s the Difference?
Different audio cables function in different ways. We take a look at the differences between unbalanced and balanced audio.
Not Just Solder: 5 Different Methods for Connecting Wires, Explained
Need to connect two wires and don't have a soldering iron? Learn about the other ways of connecting wires.
How the Supply Chain Crisis Is Affecting DIYers
Wondering why you can't get hold of the materials you need for your latest DIY project. It's all down to the supply chain crisis.