There are plenty of electronic components which were once ubiquitous but once the niche which led to their existence has passed, they fade away to remain a junkbox curio. The …read more (https://hackaday.com/2024/02/03/why-not-try-a-diac/)

HF In Small Spaces
https://hackaday.com/2024/02/03/hf-in-small-spaces/

Generally, the biggest problem a new ham radio operator will come across when starting out on the high frequency (HF) bands is finding physical space for the antennas. For a …read more (https://hackaday.com/2024/02/03/hf-in-small-spaces/)

Common Enzyme Breaks Down PLA Fast
https://hackaday.com/2024/02/04/common-enzyme-breaks-down-pla-fast/

The global issue of plastic waste has prompted scientists to seek innovative solutions for recycling. Single-use plastics, notorious for their environmental impact, require new methods for efficient and sustainable management. …read more (https://hackaday.com/2024/02/04/common-enzyme-breaks-down-pla-fast/)

POP! Goes The Hydrogen Howitzer
https://hackaday.com/2024/02/04/pop-goes-the-hydrogen-howitzer/

Military models are great 3D printing projects, even more so if they are somewhat functional. [Flasutie] took it a step further by engineering a 3D-printed howitzer that doesn’t just sit …read more (https://hackaday.com/2024/02/04/pop-goes-the-hydrogen-howitzer/)

Popup Playground Roams Around
https://hackaday.com/2024/02/04/popup-playground-roams-around/

Going to the park is a time-honored pastime for kids around the world, but what if there isn’t one nearby? COMPA Teatro Trono and the International Design Clinic have designed …read more (https://hackaday.com/2024/02/04/popup-playground-roams-around/)

Sega’s AI Computer Embraces The Artificial Intelligence Revolution
https://hackaday.com/2024/02/04/segas-ai-computer-embraces-the-artificial-intelligence-revolution/

Recently a little-known Sega computer system called the Sega AI Computer was discovered for sale in Japan, including a lot of the accompanying software. Although this may not really raise …read more (https://hackaday.com/2024/02/04/segas-ai-computer-embraces-the-artificial-intelligence-revolution/)

Altoids Tin Keyboard Is a Breath of Fresh Air
https://hackaday.com/2024/02/04/altoids-tin-keyboard-is-a-breath-of-fresh-air/

Well, here’s a fresh idea! [flurpyflurples] is back from hiatus with the Mintboard, a 40% that fits inside of an Altoids tin. Who could ask for more than a rugged …read more (https://hackaday.com/2024/02/04/altoids-tin-keyboard-is-a-breath-of-fresh-air/)

Hackaday Links: February 4, 2024
https://hackaday.com/2024/02/04/hackaday-links-february-4-2024/