How We Measure the Universe

“Measuring the Universe” is a fascinating animation that explains some of the ingenious ways scientists measure the universe. It is part of the ongoing exhibition…

When It’s Okay To Say “Gay”

Austin comedian Sam Killermann of It’s Pronounced Metrosexual has created this handy flowchart that shows when it’s appropriate to use the word “gay”. Gay isn’t…

How a Smartphone Knows Up from Down

Bill Hammack explains the intricacies of a smartphone accelerometer—the device that determines the orientation of the phone (video). via Gizmodo

Commodore 64 Bass Guitar by Jeri Ellsworth

Commodore 64 Bass Guitar by Jeri Ellsworth

photo by Makenai photo by Blake Maloof Jeri Ellsworth created this awesome Commodore 64 bass guitar for last weekend’s Maker Faire Bay Area. Ellsworth explains…

Scorzie

Scorzie, A Scorekeeping Beer Koozie

Scorzie is a stainless steel beverage koozie that holds beer (or soda) and easily keeps score for your favorite games, like cornhole or bocce. It…