Author(s): Simon Monk

General

Fun, do-it-yourself--and slightly wicked--electronics projects! 15 Dangerously Mad Projects for the Evil Genius appeals to adventure-minded hobbyists with a touch of the mischievous. It also taps into the trend of "hacking and modding" existing equipment to give it a new purpose. Simon Monk provides detailed instructions and designs for 15 exciting electronics projects, from a single-stage coil gun to a mini laser turret to a surveillance robot. Each project is contained in its own chapter and includes an accessible explanation of the theory behind the project, as well as the practical, step-by-step details of assembly, thoroughly illustrated and photographed. The projects aren't truly dangerous in the sense that they are likely to cause serious harm, but they do require common sense and adult supervision. 15 Dangerously Mad Projects for the Evil Genius Enables you to experience the fun and fulfillment of successfully constructing home electronics projects Explains the scientific theories and principles behind each project Helps you develop the inspiration and skills to start designing projects of their own Includes safety instructions and recommended precautions to prevent injury or mishap Build 15 devious devices: Trebuchet; Coil Gun; Ping Pong Ball Minigun; Mini Laser Turret; Balloon-popping Laser Gun; BB Gun Laser Sight; Laser-grid Intruder Alarm; Persistence of Vision Display; Covert Radio Bug and Bug Detector; Laser Voice Transmitter; Flash Bomb; High Brightness LED Strobe; Levitation Machine; Light Seeking Microbot; Surveillance Robot