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ArticleConnected Cars: The technology is here, so let's enjoy it

June 14, 2015 | There is an amazing blend of technology merging with new vehicles, and connected car technology is accelerating at a fast pace.

ArticleFuture of wearables unknown, but things are looking good

May 1, 2015 | The wearables market is growing at a rapid pace, and while there is much work left to be done, the future appears to be great.

ArticleVirtual reality provides great long-term potential, be excited

April 6, 2015 | Virtual reality is something that many don't have firsthand experience with, but it seems that we should all be happy for what is around the corner.

ArticleArtificial intelligence worries smart people, should we be worried?

April 6, 2015 | Recently some really smart and successful people have expressed concerned over artificial intelligence, but should we be worried about it?

ArticleProject M.A.R.V: The Multi-Rotor Aerial Reconnaissance Vehicle, Part 3

June 19, 2014 | In this installment of Project MARV, Charles walks us through the build process of the quadcopter's frame and just how to go about it.

ArticleAmateur Radio is Still Alive and Kicking: Journey to Becoming a HAM

June 18, 2014 | Charles recently started his quest to expand his maker skill set, and decided to take a stroll down the road to becoming a licensed amateur radio operator.

ArticleProject M.A.R.V: The Multi-Rotor Aerial Reconnaissance Vehicle, Part 2

April 21, 2014 | In this installment, we cover the tiny GPS Data Logger that will mount directly to the frame of the quad-copter and allow recording its flight path.

ArticleProject M.A.R.V: The Multi-Rotor Aerial Reconnaissance Vehicle, Part 1

April 18, 2014 | With multi-rotor helicopters getting a bad rap lately, Charles created his own multi-rotor to show that they can be used for more than controversy.

ArticleProject ATAAPR: Andy the Autonomous Arduino Powered Rover - Part 1

March 20, 2014 | Charles walks us through the steps used to create a cheap, autonomous rover that runs off of an Arduino. Let's check out part one now!

ArticleHands-on with the TinyDuino and TinyLily Systems from TinyCircuits

February 12, 2014 | TinyCircuits' TinyDuino and TinyLily development systems take the normal bulky development board standard and flip it on its head. Let's take a look.

ArticleMakerspaces: What are they, and why do they matter?

December 1, 2013 | Makerspaces are a major part of the DIY / Maker movement, and this is why you need to be a part of one. Charles explains why in this article.

ArticleWhat is a Maker? What it really means to be a 'Maker'

March 29, 2013 | Charles Gantt delivers his thoughts on what he and others define as a "Maker", ahead of a flow of DIY maker articles and guides he will deliver to TweakTown.