How To: Make a wind powered skateboard and other cruisers
Tim and Noah use basic materials to make a variety of wind-powered land cruisers!
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How To: Use four techniques to improve power off the golf tee
It's time for some golf! All golfers want more power off the tee, but few know how to get the job done effectively. Rick Sessinghaus remedies this situation by explaining four relatively simple keys to maximizing your driving distance without changing your equipment. Just see how to add power to your golf swing.
How To: Make a rocket powered matchbox car
Kipkay explains how to make a rocket powered matchbox by combining two matchbox toy cars. You need A10-PT model rockets and 32 gauge wire to connect the model rockets to the two cars.
News: Astronomical Observing News (3/21 to 3/27)
Again, there are tons of events this week, and as usual, most of them are caused by Jupiter's moons. But there is some happenings with Venus, too, so don't miss out.
News: Astronomical Observing News (3/14 to 3/20)
This week, there's a lot going on in the skies above, with at least one event per day! There's also an equinox, which only occurs about twice a year!
News: Astronomical Observing News (3/7 to 3/13)
AON is moving to Wednesdays! There are lots of things going on this week in the skies above, so be sure to observe. As usual, there's a lot to see around Jupiter, with its moons eclipsing and transiting. Also, a star from the Virgo constellation will be in conjunction with our Moon.
News: Astronomical Observing News (2/21 to 2/27)
There's not much going on this week in the skies above, but there are a lot of conjunctions to take a peek at! And of course, there's the comet Garradd that's still showing its tail to us down here on Earth, so make sure to catch it before it's gone. The rest that's going on this week:
News: Astronomical Observing News (2/14 - 2/20)
The Garradd comet has just about reached its absolute peak! By the way, I took those pictures below of the moon through my iPhone using an adapter. Pretty cool, right?
News: Astronomical Observing News (02/07 - 02/13)
The comet Garradd is almost at its peak now, plus there's plenty more events going on this week, so be sure to observe!
News: Astronomical Observing News (02/01 - 02/06)
This week's AON might be a little short, but finally, the Garradd comet's peak has come! I picked the Garradd comet to follow because it's a bright and easy-to-follow comet. Be sure to observe it! If you need help finding it, you can find more information here.
News: Astronomical Observing News (1/27 to 1/31)
There isn't much going on this week, unless you like to observe the moons of Jupiter! January 27: Io transit
News: Astronomical Observing News (1/17 to 1/24)
Remember—winter is the perfect time to observe! There are a lot of events going on this week, so pull out that observing chair. Here they are:
News: Astronomical Observing News (1/9 to 1/16)
This week's AON has lots of conjunctions—be sure to observe them! Here it is: The Garradd comet is still in the sky! Here's how to observe it!
News: Astronomical Observing News (12/27 to 1/3)
This week's AON may be a little short, but the ones to come will be packed full with information. I am really hoping for the skies to clear so I can observe soon!
News: Astronomical Observing News (12/13 to 12/19)
This week's AON is pretty short, but there are also lots of clouds because it is winter. However, that just makes the few days of open sky way more valuable!
Scrabble Bingo of the Day: COLOSSUS
COLOSSUS n pl. COLOSSUSES or COLOSSI a gigantic statue 60 points (10 points without the bingo)
How To: Sing "OM" for maximum vibrational healing power
Yoga is centered on centering you, both physically and emotionally. If you're a yoga practitioner then you know how relaxed and rejuvenated you feel after a vinyasa yoga class.
How To: Replace the motor and pinion gears in a Power Wheels
So, your children have the same old boring Fisher-Price Power Wheels that all the other kids on the block have. Do you really want your child to be like all of the rest? No, I didn't think so. Turn those miniature Power Wheels, Dumar or Peg Perego vehicles into a little bit of realism, if you can handle it. All it takes is a little modification and you'll be wishing you were five again. With a few simple hacks, your son and daughter will be burning rubber, jumping curbs and burying those othe...
How To: Increase strength with power yoga
Power yoga is the one of the more rigorous yoga workouts. Learn how to increase strength with Power yoga poses in this video clip. Take Action: gain strength, tone every muscle, and reach toward Divine. Cindy Mastry, the instructor of this how-to video, has practiced yoga since the age of eight, and also has a background in Jazz and Ballet. Active in the fitness industry for nearly twenty years, she teaches aerobics, kickboxing, and yoga at many fitness centers in the Tampa Bay area. Cindy tr...
How To: Launch people with a a TNT powered cannon in Minecraft
Since the dawn of Minecraft, Minecraft playing gamers have dreamed of flying through the skies. Now, the dream has come true. Watch this video to learn how to build a TNT powered person launching cannon. Strap yourself in and enjoy the ride.
How To: Use redstone dust for power in Minecraft
Redstone dust is one of the many tools available to the Minecraft player. Learn where to put redstone dust to get the most out of it by watching this how to video. Redstone dust is used to power devices and blocks and can be used with buttons, levers, and pressure plates.
How To: Replace the front power window regulator on 2002-2008 Dodge Ram
If the windows on your truck are stuck, you may need to replace the window regulator on your 2002-08 Dodge Ram. This video will show you how to remove and install a window regulator for the front power windows on any 02-08 Dodge Ram truck.
How To: Repair or replace a power window motor for a Chevy Venture or Pontiac Montana
This video focuses specifically on the Chevy Venture or Pontiac Montana models of vans. If your power window motor is going out, or isn't working anymore, this video shows you how to fix it (if possible) or replace it (if it isn't).
How To: Mow a lawn using a gas powered push lawnmower
Make sure that you wear thick, close-toed shoes when you are mowing the lawn! This tutorial shows you how to use a gas-powered push lawn mower, and the most efficient way to mow your lawn. Make sure you understand how your model of mower works!
How To: Replace the hydroboost unit on a Chevy Astro van
If your Astro van is performing poorly (or perhaps not at all), one solution is to replace the hydroboost. Fix your power brakes and power steering with a new hydroboost. You'll need some moderate familiarity with auto mechanics to do this.
How To: Get the most out of your Windows 7 laptop battery
Going, going... gone! Don't let your Windows 7 laptop battery go down on you. With this quick and helpful video, learn how to control your laptop's battery settings via Windows 7's power usage function to ensure you get every last drop of your battery's power.
How To: Get the Power Spike achievement in Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit
The newest Need for Speed game is out, Hot Pursuit. Play as either a drag racer or the police trying to catch them. Get the Power Spike achievement when you lay a spike strip for someone trying to throw an EMP at you.
How To: Get yourself a suit of power armor when playing Fallout: New Vegas
There is indeed power armor available in Fallout: New Vegas! You could always just use the dev console to give it to yourself, but here's are two fun, albeit effort and time consuming, methods to find it within the game.
How To: Get the Enclave Power Armor in Fallout: New Vegas on a PC
You will need to be playing Fallout: New Vegas on the PC, and make sure that you have enabled the console. This is not a mod, but you will need to enter a few console commands in order to get the enclave power armor.
How To: Set up a power supply in the modern day in Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood
This is another modern day sequence, while you play as Desmond. Use abilities you have learned from your ancestor, and discover the puzzle of the mysterious numbers. You will also have to help your cohort run power into the new Animus set up.
How To: Solve an equation with fractional powers
Solving equations involving fractional powers of a variable are not that hard to solve as they sound. In fact, just watch this video to learn a few tips and solving these type of equations will become a little bit easier.
How To: Make a USB-powered lighted pen holder with CDs and LEDs
Don't waste your money on a normal nightlight when you can build your own multifunctional nightlight that doubles as a pen holder. With a few junk CDs or DVDs, some LED lights, super glue and a dowel rod, you can make a nifty pencil and pen holder that masquerades as a night light, powered by a USB cable plugged directly into your computer.
How To: Attract women with the power of your voice
In this video, we learn how to attract women with the power of your voice. If there is one thing women really love about men, it's how they speak. Women love a man that has a confident and smooth voice. A powerful voice means that you are confident in yourself and secure in who you are. Women will be more likely to notice you if you have a powerful voice and not a weak or scared voice. You can use the power of your voice in any situation to attract a woman, which is a great tool to have if yo...
How To: Make DIY USB powered Christmas lights
Does your desk need some holiday flare? Do you have an extra USB port on your computer? Then check this out. This video will show you how to make a USB-powered Christmas light set that will spruce up your desk and not require an outlet.
How To: Connect a device to the Internet using your home's power line
Interested in setting up a network over your power line? This brief video tutorial from the folks at Butterscotch will teach you everything you need to know. For more information, including detailed, step-by-step instructions, and to get started setting up your own home network, take a look.
How To: Carve a bloody and gory Halloween pumpkin using power tools
Tim the tool man Taylor would do his famous grunt in favor of this manly way of carving a pumpking. Rather than use your typical pumpkin carving tools like a mini knife and sharp picks, you'll learn how to employ a faster course of action by using power tools to blast those contours off.
How To: Build a gaming PC at home
In this tutorial, we learn how to build a gaming PC at home. First, grab your processor and place it into the socket of the motherboard. Lock it into place, then apply compound on top, rubbing it in evenly. Next, install the heat sensor, which will keep the processor cool. after this, install the RAM into the correct slots. After this, insert the motherboard inside the case, matching it to the slots in the case. Use a screwdriver to screw it in, then install the cases. Install the hard drive,...
How To: Use the front brake on a motorcycle
In this tutorial, we learn how to use the front break on a motorcycle. Using the front break only will give you 70% stopping power while you are on your bike and in motion. If you only use the rear break, you will have 30% stopping power while in motion and riding your bike. This is the worst option of all, because it will take you longer to stop and you have greater risk of hitting someone. Make sure to stop the proper way by using both the front and rear break to stop the bike while you are...
How To: Solve power steering moans
In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to solve power steering moans. Users will need a vacuum pump. Begin by filling reservoir about half way full. Then draw a vacuum of approximately 20"/Hg and let the vacuum sit for 5 minutes. Now recheck the fluid level in the reservoir. Continue this process until the fluid level remains stable. Then top off the fluid level to the "cold" mark of the reservoir. Start the car to check if there are bubbles. Apply for vacuum if there are bubbles. If there...
How To: Use & understand studio flash
This video tutorial is in the Fine Art category which will show you how to use & understand studio flash. Right in front is the flash ring. It controls the direction of the flash. The most important buttons are the up and down button that controls the power of the flash. Five is the lowest power and it goes up to ten. Starting with five it goes up by one stop increment. You don't need to use any of the other buttons. All you need to do is to turn on the flash with the ON / OFF button, point i...