Hardware Podcasts

124: Please Don't Light Yourself On Fire

Embedded.fm · 5 Nov 2015 · 1h 15m

What this episode covers

Windell Oskay, co-founder of Evil Mad Scientist Laboratories, discusses his annotated edition of the 1963 book *Build It Yourself Science Laboratory*. He details the process of updating safety guidelines, correcting flawed experiments like the 'Simple Oscilloscope,' and sourcing modern materials for classic physics and chemistry projects. The conversation covers specific devices from Evil Mad Scientist Laboratories, including the EggBot Pro and Dis-integrated 555 timer kit, while highlighting the educational value of hands-on experimentation.

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makers and hobbyists

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Companies
Evil Mad Scientist Laboratories, Adafruit, Spark Fun, Make
Products
EggBot Pro, Dis-integrated 555 timer kit, AXI Draw
Also
AYAB

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