Author Archives: spfautsch

HF 93212 Mini Lathe Speed Controller Fix

Posted on January 31, 2013 by spfautsch

About this time last year I purchased a Harbor Freight mini lathe that I documented here. Having the need to cut some circles out of copper lately, I once again became frustrated with the DC speed controller’s unwillingness to reset … Continue reading →

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An Open Letter to Google’s Android Dev Team

Posted on December 13, 2012 by spfautsch

Two weeks ago I got the email from my department manager asking me to look on the carrier’s website and pick out what new phone I’d like. Evidently our employer was renegotiating our cell phone contract and I could finally … Continue reading →

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Windows Ocho or, Son of Pube Boy

Posted on November 6, 2012 by spfautsch

It’s hard to believe that something as innocuous as a co-working waiting in line to use the only microwave on our floor would push someone to the breaking point, but I’m afraid it’s happened. To fully appreciate my dilemna you … Continue reading →

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boArduino Smart Thermostat and Home Control

Posted on July 9, 2012 by spfautsch

Finally getting closer to my goal of consolidating all my linux and avr devices down to the bare minimum, this weekend’s project was building and installing my IO board that will control my HVAC, talk to a bus of 1-Wire … Continue reading →

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