Optical Interruptor

Heres an example of how to make an optical interruptor for detecting position. This example uses a simple superbright LED and a light sensor. A black flag passes between these and the light change is detected by the microcontroller.

This is a component of the Harness Roller which was designed using C# and make controller for interfacing.

Disruptor Donor

So for all of you who know about the bike project, here's the donor bike. I'm totally stoked.
We got a restored 1977 Harley Shovelhead lowrider.
I am stoked!!!

Finalized RC Car Photos

Well, here it is, I've got everything assembled and thought I'd throw up some photos of the finished product!

I have to make some adjustments to the guns still, but outside of that, it's all done. I'd still like to add a camera and laser, but the camera is a bit expensive, so I think the project will be shelved for awhile until some extra cash falls from the sky.

EV Rally

I wen't to the Electric Vehicle rally in Palo Alto, CA. I had a good time and got some important questions answered. Here are some photos:

Portal

So I just beat Portal for the first time. I have to say that all the hype was well deserved. This is the best game i've played since mario galaxy. I just wish it could have been a bit longer...



I think the best part of the game was the constant commentary/narration from the robot.
Great game, pick it up.