Transistors in some circuit configurations work together and, frequently, need to be matched. This is so common that you can sometimes find ICs that are just a pair of transistors …read more (https://hackaday.com/2026/05/02/matching-transistors/)

Building a C-3PO You Can Really Talk To
https://hackaday.com/2026/05/02/building-a-c-3po-you-can-really-talk-to/

C-3PO is one of the more famous movie robots out there. However, we don’t see a lot of replicas built, perhaps because in speech and mannerisms, he’s quite hard to …read more (https://hackaday.com/2026/05/02/building-a-c-3po-you-can-really-talk-to/)

A Tool For Testing CANopen Networks
https://hackaday.com/2026/05/03/a-tool-for-testing-canopen-networks/

If you find yourself working with CANopen CC networks, you might find yourself in need of a tool for monitoring what’s happening on the wire. [Michael Fitzmayer] whipped up a …read more (https://hackaday.com/2026/05/03/a-tool-for-testing-canopen-networks/)

Squeezing Fluids With the Right Peristaltic Pump for the Task
https://hackaday.com/2026/05/03/squeezing-fluids-with-the-right-peristaltic-pump-for-the-task/

Peristaltic pumps are a very simple and effect device for transferring fluids without said fluid ever coming into contact with any part of the pump mechanism. At their core they …read more (https://hackaday.com/2026/05/03/squeezing-fluids-with-the-right-peristaltic-pump-for-the-task/)

Photographing The ISS With A Thrift Store Lens Is Challenging
https://hackaday.com/2026/05/03/photographing-the-iss-with-a-thrift-store-lens-is-challenging/

There are plenty of photos of the International Space Station out there on the Internet, but taking your own from ground level is a special challenge. [saveitforparts] recently decided to …read more (https://hackaday.com/2026/05/03/photographing-the-iss-with-a-thrift-store-lens-is-challenging/)

Three-Axis Camera Slider From 3D Printer Parts
https://hackaday.com/2026/05/03/three-axis-camera-slider-from-3d-printer-parts/

There’s a great reason 3D printers are made with things like extruded aluminum rails and other commodity, off-the-shelf parts. These things are designed not only for ease of construction and …read more (https://hackaday.com/2026/05/03/three-axis-camera-slider-from-3d-printer-parts/)

iPod Nano Gets Three Monitors
https://hackaday.com/2026/05/03/ipod-nano-gets-three-monitors/

Triple monitor workstations are pretty common these days, particularly for those wishing to maximise screen space for greater productivity. [Will It Work?] has put together a sillier take on this …read more (https://hackaday.com/2026/05/03/ipod-nano-gets-three-monitors/)