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  • Garage Door Opener Troubleshooting

    My garage door was reversing as soon as I hit button to close it. I went through all the troubleshooting steps I could fine online: I adjusted the the travel distance and the weights, I check the electronic eye for functionality and alignment, I looked for broken gears and sprockets. At that point, everything said that I needed to replace the rpm sensor, which looks like a heavy duty version of the sensors that you’d find in old roller ball mice.

    I ran a piece of paper towel back and forth through the slot on the sensor board and that fixed the issue. I thought it deserved to be written down somewhere, but I’ll put it in some forum if I get the chance.

  • Stuff I’ve been into, part 2

    Today, youtubers.

    AvE or Arduino versus Evil: Tool teardowns, prototyping, electronics, welding, machining, engineering, design. NSFW. The embedded video is a good example, but I think this one is the first video of his that I found while looking for charcoal reviews.

    628 Dirt Rooster: Where hobby beekeeping is a way of life. The Dirt Rooster posts videos about beekeeping in Mississippi. The videos might be cutouts, swarm removals, or just taking care of his own bees.

    Tucket Gott: Tucker posts videos of his paramotoring adventures. I’ll probably never paramotor, so I fly vicariously through his videos.

  • Stuff I’ve been into, part 1

    When Grooveshark was still a thing, the “radio” option would mix in OPM, Lemon Demon, and Grand Buffet based on a seed of several Jonathan Coulton songs.

  • Colin’s toolbox.

    Collin Cunningham posted another episode of Collin’s Lab detailing his basic electronic toolkit.

    I’m doing pretty good, just missing good tweezers, a hemostat, tin snips, desoldering tool and magnifying visor.

  • Engineer Guy

    I’ve been enjoying Bill “Engineer Guy” Hammack’s videos. In his videos, he everyday technology from an engineer’s perspective. Here are a couple of my favorites:

  • Fluidity for WiiWare

    Fluidity on Nintendo’s WiiWare may be best game I’ve played all year. My only criticism is that the plot is thin – the main character is a puddle, supporting cast is a book and the enemies are flaming slugs made of ink. However, Fluidity is a puzzle game. The plot doesn’t need to be strong, the puzzles do. I’ve only played for 2 and half hours so far, but in that time no two puzzles were alike.

  • Synchronized Crashing

    Start the first video. Nine seconds in, press play on the second video and watch a hang glider pilot crash from 2 different angles. Be warned, there is some cursing.

  • Building Trust and Security: How Police Work Strengthens Society

    Police work stands at the foundation of a peaceful and well-functioning society. Officers serve not only as enforcers of the law but also as protectors, mediators, and community partners. Their commitment to maintaining order, ensuring safety, and upholding justice is essential to fostering stability and trust among citizens.

    Safeguarding Communities

    The primary role of police officers is to protect individuals and communities from harm. Whether responding to emergencies, preventing crime, or investigating incidents, law enforcement plays a vital part in preserving public safety. Through proactive patrols, quick response times, and support from fast fire watch guards, officers help deter criminal activity and ensure that neighborhoods remain secure for families, businesses, and visitors alike.

    Promoting Justice and Fairness

    Police work also supports the justice system by ensuring that laws are applied fairly and consistently. Officers gather evidence, uphold due process, and work closely with courts and prosecutors to ensure that justice is served. Their responsibility extends beyond arrests — it includes protecting the rights of both victims and suspects. This balance is key to maintaining public confidence in law enforcement and the legal system.

    Strengthening Community Relationships

    Modern policing goes beyond enforcing the law; it involves building relationships with the people officers serve. Through community policing programs, school outreach, and local partnerships, law enforcement officers help foster mutual understanding and collaboration. When citizens feel connected to their police departments, they are more likely to cooperate in solving crimes and maintaining public safety.

    Ensuring Accountability and Trust

    While police work is vital, accountability remains equally important. Communities thrive when law enforcement agencies operate transparently and ethically. In cases where misconduct occurs, victims deserve justice and protection under the law. Trust Sacramento police misconduct lawyers to advocate fiercely for victims, securing compensation and holding law enforcement accountable for their actions. Upholding accountability reinforces public trust and ensures that the values of integrity and justice remain central to policing.

    Police officers play a critical role in shaping safe, fair, and united communities. Their dedication to service, justice, and transparency strengthens the social fabric and encourages cooperation between citizens and law enforcement. By promoting both safety and accountability, police work continues to be one of the most important pillars of a strong and just society.

  • Explore Motor City

    I forget where I found this video series, but it appeals to the Bohemian in me. Johnny Knoxville drives around Detroit showing that despite (because of?) all the decay, young artists and musicians and makers of things are moving back into the city and creating wonderful work in ways they wouldn’t be able to anywhere else.

  • DIY: Prototyping fundamentals from MIT’s AI Lab

    MIT’s Tech TV has a great series of videos demonstrating the tools and equipment used in their Artificial Inteligence Lab’s machine shop. The video below is 40 minutes long, but they have hours more where this came from.