Wired.com: DIY Robotics, Drugs, and Body Mods
Date : 03 06 2008 Category : WebProlific Ryan Singel has posted two more:
DIY Robotics: The Rise of Open Source Hardware
Hackers have long been used to cranking out code in the morning and having a working prototype by the afternoon, but have been frustrated that they can't do the same with hardware. That's starting to change, and fast, driven in part by robotics enthusiasts and do-it-yourself types who are utilizing a new generation of open source hardware platforms and rapid fabrication tools.
Drugs, Body Modifications May Create Second Enlightenment
Imagine a drug that can reduce your need for sleep, increase your concentration and make you smarter, with minimal side effects.