I recently had to build an infrared close proximity sensor that could tell if something was dropped in a parcel delivery drop box. After some searching, I ended up using a microcontroller and a piece ...

Circuit sculpture is a great way to elevate your soldering and electronics skills to the realm of three-dimensional art. In this case, art can be practical, too. Take [romaindurocher]’s interactive ...

Automatic Soap Dispensers designed for use with liquid soap are now widely available, and you may well know that the hands free operation reduces the spread of germs. How about building one your own?