We’re saddened to report the passing of Shunsaku Tamiya, the man behind the Tamiya line of models. What was surprising about this, though, is how many of our readers and …read more (https://hackaday.com/2025/08/02/thanks-tamiya-san/)

This Plane Flies Slow Because Its Wings Really Blow
https://hackaday.com/2025/08/02/this-plane-flies-slow-because-its-wings-really-blow/

The key to Short Takeoff and Landing (STOL) operations is the ability to fly slow– really slow. That’s how you get up fast without a long takeoff roll to build …read more (https://hackaday.com/2025/08/02/this-plane-flies-slow-because-its-wings-really-blow/)

2025 One Hertz Challenge: Learn Morse Code One Second at a Time
https://hackaday.com/2025/08/02/2025-one-hertz-challenge-learn-morse-code-one-second-at-a-time/

Learning Morse Code is no longer a requirement for HAMs in many jurisdictions, but it’s still a nice skill to have. [I_void(warranties)] wanted to learn, but couldn’t find a trainer …read more (https://hackaday.com/2025/08/02/2025-one-hertz-challenge-learn-morse-code-one-second-at-a-time/)

Exploring VersaLOGIC pre-LSI Logic Cards With the Data/620
https://hackaday.com/2025/08/02/exploring-versalogic-pre-lsi-logic-cards-with-the-data-620/

Before the era of large-scale integration (LSI) semiconductor circuits, discrete logic circuits using the common diode-transistor logic (DTL) were still necessary and available in a format that was modular and …read more (https://hackaday.com/2025/08/02/exploring-versalogic-pre-lsi-logic-cards-with-the-data-620/)

An Ode to the Aesthetic of Light in 1024 Pixels
https://hackaday.com/2025/08/02/an-ode-to-the-aesthetic-of-light-in-1024-pixels/

Sometimes, brilliant perspectives need a bit of an introduction first, and this is clearly one. This video essay by [Cleggy] delivers what it promises: an ode to the aesthetic of …read more (https://hackaday.com/2025/08/02/an-ode-to-the-aesthetic-of-light-in-1024-pixels/)

Squishy Beyblades Made With 3D Printer Fail To Compete In The Arena
https://hackaday.com/2025/08/02/squishy-beyblades-made-with-3d-printer-fail-to-compete-in-the-arena/

When Beyblades first came out a couple of decades ago, they quickly became a fad across Japan and several Western countries. There was a whole ecosystem of parts that you …read more (https://hackaday.com/2025/08/02/squishy-beyblades-made-with-3d-printer-fail-to-compete-in-the-arena/)

A DIY Fermenter for Flavorful Brews
https://hackaday.com/2025/08/03/a-diy-fermenter-for-flavorful-brews/

Fermentation is a culinary art where tiny organisms transform simple ingredients into complex flavors — but they’re finicky about temperature. To keep his brewing setup at the perfect conditions, [Ken] …read more (https://hackaday.com/2025/08/03/a-diy-fermenter-for-flavorful-brews/)