Tag Archives: 2016

Sending a Weather Balloon to the Upper Atmosphere

This booth is about a weather balloon that I sent to the upper atmosphere with a GoPro camera, a HAM radio, and an Arduino to measure temperature, humidity, altitude, and more.

Central Texas Makers

Welcome to the Central Texas Makers! We welcome any Makers in the Central Texas Area — and beyond. Learn, Share, and Have Fun. Our group includes expertise in 3D Printing, Metal Working (Armor!), Programming, Painting, Cooking, Crafting, Sewing, Microcontrollers, Laser Cutting, CNC Routing, Model Rocketry, Remote Control Devices (Airplanes!), Amateur Radio (“Hams”), Woodworking, and much more. Whether you are just getting started, or an old hand, we welcome you. No question is too simple, or too complicated.

ChickTech Austin

ChickTech is a nonprofit organization committed to increasing the participation of girls and women in STEM while creating a culture of inclusion for all. We organize local conferences, hands-on workshops and mentoring support for K-12 and professionals to boost participants’ sense of belonging, interest, and self-confidence in technology and engineering.

Argo Design

Come play augmented reality air hockey! Slap the virtual puck past your opponent’s goal. Play with a traditional air hockey mallet, your hand, a coffee mug, a soda bottle or whatever.

TechShop Austin-Round Rock

TechShop is a playground for creativity. Part fabrication and prototyping studio, part hackerspace and part learning center, TechShop provides access to over $1 million worth of professional equipment and software. We offer comprehensive instruction and expert staff to ensure you have a safe, meaningful and rewarding experience. Most importantly, at TechShop you can explore the world of making in a collaborative and creative environment.