Lasers are some of the coolest devices around. We can use them to cut things, create laser light shows, and also as a rangefinder.[Ignas] wrote in to tell us about [Berryjam’s] AMAZING write-up on ...

Laser cutters are perhaps one of the most useful tools in a hackerspace’s arsenal of tools, rivaled only by 3D printers and CNC mills. The problem is they’re quite expensive — unless you get one of ...

In this project I have designed Laser Security System Using Arduino wih Alarm with the application of Laser Module KY-008. The project idea revolves around creating a security system. A tripwire is a ...

The YouTube channel DIY Builder has published and created a DIY Arduino laser engraver which is powered by an Arduino Nano development board and is fitted with a 200-250mW 650nm Laser Module. Check ...

A simple example of using Arduino basic GPIO pin HIGH and LOW to switch on and off some cheap Chinese red lasers. This demonstrates the most simple aspect of any microcontroller - being able to turn a ...

Laser cutters are great DIY tools, but they're pretty expensive. If you'd prefer to build your own, Instructables user SilverJimny shows you how using an Arduino. The build here uses an Arduino along ...

If the video player is not working, you can click on this alternative video link. Who doesn’t love a bit of laser engraving? Unfortunately, most of us need to hire the services of a professional to ...

As a preview of his latest book, Arduino Project Handbook: 25 Practical Projects to Get You Started, Mark Geddes takes us through the project to create a simple laser trip wire alarm. You've probably ...

Instructables member Patrick Panikulam has created a versatile wireless Arduino pen plotter and laser engraver, powered by an Arduino UNO microcontroller and offering a work area of 200 x 162 mm and ...