-
Repairing a Real (and Broken) Apollo-era DSKY
Presumably the same DSKY unit installed in the simulator at MIT. The Display/Keyboard unit – DSKY for short – is the primary way that Apollo-era astronauts communicated with the onboard computers. Not all DSKYs ended up in space, however, with the MIT hosting a simulator that features one of these units. Unfortunately the unit that…
-
Head to Head: Servos vs Steppers
You have a project that needs something to move. Should you use a stepper motor or a servo motor? [Matthias] has an opinion, and you can hear his thoughts in the video below. One tip we’ll take away from the video: when working with motors, shoot some high-frame-rate video and slow it down to see…
-
Audio on a Shoestring: DIY Your Own Studio-Grade Mic
When it comes to DIY projects, nothing beats the thrill of crafting something that rivals expensive commercial products. In the microphone build video below, [Electronoobs] found himself inspired by DIY Perks earlier efforts. He took on the challenge of building a $20 high-quality microphone—a budget-friendly alternative to models priced at $500. The result: an engaging…
-
Hackaday Europe 2025 Tickets on Sale, and CFP Extended Until Friday
We’re opening up shop for Hackaday Europe, so get your tickets now! We’ve managed to get the ticket price down a bit this year, so you can join in all the fun for $145. And if you’re reading this right now, snap up one of the $75 early bird tickets as fast as you can.…
-
Procedurally Generated Terrain in OpenSCAD
We’re big fans of OpenSCAD here at Hackaday — it’s free and open source software, runs on pretty much anything, and the idea of describing objects via code seems like a natural fit for producing functional parts. Rather than clicking and dragging elements on the screen, you can knock out a quick bracket or other…
-
The Many Leaning Towers of Santos, Brazil
If you’ve ever gazed at the shoreline of Santos, Brazil, and felt like something was tugging at your inner eye level, you’re not alone. In fact, you’ve spotted one of the world’s most bizarre architectural phenomena. Santos is an interesting contradiction—it’s a sunny coastal city with pristine beaches that also plays host to a bustling…
-
The Ripple Effect of API Breaches: Analyzing Business Consequences and Mitigation Strategies
Businesses rely heavily on Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) for seamless communication and data exchange, the stakes have never been higher. API breaches can lead to significant vulnerabilities, affecting not only the targeted organization but also their customers and partners. Understanding the causes and consequences of these breaches is essential for any business operating in…
-
Scammers Exploit California Wildfires: How to Stay Safe
The devastating wildfires sweeping through Southern California have left countless neighborhoods in ruins, forcing thousands to evacuate and destroying homes in their path. While many people across the nation are moved to support those affected, this goodwill often becomes a target for opportunistic cybercriminals. McAfee researchers have discovered that social media networks have been flooded…
-
Per-Bucket Access Keys Now Available for DigitalOcean Spaces
We’re excited to announce the general availability of Per-Bucket Access Keys for DigitalOcean Spaces Object Storage. This highly requested feature gives you fine-grained control over who can access specific storage buckets with read-only or read/write permissions, making it easier to secure and manage your data. What Are Per-Bucket Access Keys? With Per-Bucket Access Keys, you…
-
Insurance company accused of using secret software to illegally collect and sell location data on millions of Americans
Insurance company Allstate and its subsidiary Arity unlawfully collected, used, and sold data about the location and movement of Texans’ cell phones through secretly embedded software in mobile apps, according to Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton. Attorney General Paxton says the companies didn’t give consumers notice or get their consent, which violates Texas’ new Data…