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DIY Colorimeter: Measure Color Shifts With Nothing But a Camera
Inevitably, mastering a DIY colorimeter with just a camera can unlock precise color measurements—discover the essential tips to achieve accurate results.
Arduino Light Sensors: Turn Raw Readings Into Real Units
Brighten your understanding of Arduino light sensors and learn how to accurately convert raw data into meaningful units—keep reading to master precise measurements.
The Splinter Report: June 12th
This edition covers upcoming Prime Day deals, belt sander racing, tool overstock concerns, and notable woodworking projects, with confirmed facts and ongoing questions.
Safe UV Experiments: What to Measure Before You Turn On the UV LED
Understanding key measurements before powering your UV LED is crucial for safety; discover what you need to check to protect yourself and ensure effective experiments.
The $9 Billion Signature Tax: How DocuSign’s Business Model Survives on One Assumption
A new open source project, DocuSeal, challenges DocuSign’s dominant market position by offering a free, self-hosted digital signature solution costing under $50 annually.
Calibrate Your DIY Spectroscope: The Trick for ‘Real’ Wavelengths
Optimize your DIY spectroscope calibration with essential tips to unlock accurate wavelengths—discover the key tricks that make all the difference.
Diffraction Gratings Explained: Why a CD Makes a Rainbow
When light hits a CD’s tiny, evenly spaced grooves, they act as…
Build a Smartphone Spectrometer: The 3 Parts You Can’t Skip
Find out the three essential parts to build a smartphone spectrometer that guarantees accurate results and unlocks new levels of spectroscopic exploration.
Acoustic Dampening, Placement, and the “Rig in the Closet” Setup
Learn how to soundproof, dampen, and place gear in your closet for a quiet, professional-grade home studio. Practical tips, comparisons, and real-world examples included.
