Author Archives: robertwilkie

Use an ESP8266 for a Serial Adapter

Posted on November 10, 2015 by robertwilkie

This is a clever hack, the author basically converts a USB to serial adapter to run over wireless to connect to another end… https://hackaday.com/2015/10/23/use-the-esp-as-a-serial-adapter/

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Use the Honey Chrome App for coupon codes when shopping online

Posted on November 10, 2015 by robertwilkie

An apparently you can use it for rewards cards too.    I always search for coupon codes.  Never thought to look for an app for it to do it automatically. http://twocents.lifehacker.com/honey-still-automatically-applies-coupon-codes-but-now-1738390457

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The poor mans home security system

Posted on November 10, 2015 by robertwilkie

I got a kick out of this.  Basically the author suggesses using iSpy Connect with USB enabled webcams on and old PC, and maybe an arduino with a proxy sensor to text you when something happens.  Oh it does reverence … Continue reading →

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Some cheap web hosting sites

Posted on November 10, 2015 by robertwilkie

Its that time where I start reviewing where I host my site.  This is a nice article on several cheap hosting sites to look at.  A small orange and Namecheap look interesting. http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/9-cheap-web-hosting-sites-that-cost-under-3-50-per-month/

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5 easy to setup poll tools

Posted on November 10, 2015 by robertwilkie

Looks interesting, article covers 5 different easy (and mostly free) tools to setup your own poll.  Reminds me of a kid movie… http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/5-tools-make-poll-quickly/

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You too can build your own medical capsule bot

Posted on November 10, 2015 by robertwilkie

Vanderbilt released development kits  there robot capsule tech .  It looks pretty cool.  I wonder when it will become common for doctors to use these devices. http://www.ubergizmo.com/2015/11/vanderbilt-engineers-open-up-their-medical-capsule-robot-technology/?utm_source=mainrss

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Simple electronic water shut off valve

Posted on November 9, 2015 by robertwilkie

This is pretty funny, instead of a mechanical float switch, the author uses an interesting setup to turn the water on/off for horses.  I would recommend using a voltage regulator for the ATiny so you don’t suck down the battery … Continue reading →

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Cools sub-scripts for nmap

Posted on November 9, 2015 by robertwilkie

Many have heard of nmap before, but do you know nmap has a scripting (plugin) language?  This article covers some of those scripts that can be used to get more information from a box. https://isc.sans.edu/diary/Enhancing+pentesting+recon+with+nmap/20331  

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An ugly, but cheap CNC

Posted on November 6, 2015 by robertwilkie

The CNC cost the author about $160, I think I could get it down lower with more scraps.  I like how he solders the nuts onto the plates for the axis screws.  Also I like the sponges used to oil … Continue reading →

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Nice write-up on making your own wooden ring

Posted on November 6, 2015 by robertwilkie

This looks like a simple build too.  Compared to some others I seen in the past.  The only “tricky” part I see is when you have to cut the ring in half with a band saw (I don’t have a … Continue reading →

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