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* [[User:Russ|Russ]] has posted an updated on the hackspace finances: we now have a monthly subscriptions surplus. Total revenue for the last month was £6,192.63. [http://groups.google.com/group/london-hack-space/browse_thread/thread/934aaff34bda646c] | * [[User:Russ|Russ]] has posted an updated on the hackspace finances: we now have a monthly subscriptions surplus. Total revenue for the last month was £6,192.63. [http://groups.google.com/group/london-hack-space/browse_thread/thread/934aaff34bda646c] | ||
| − | * Work has started on the new kitchen. [http://groups.google.com/group/london-hack-space/browse_thread/thread/add830adac6f962c] | + | * Work has started on the new kitchen. [http://groups.google.com/group/london-hack-space/browse_thread/thread/add830adac6f962c] [http://groups.google.com/group/london-hack-space/browse_thread/thread/257cb2e3644ddda1] |
* As we are now in a good state financially, purchasing of consumables and small equipment has resumed. Please add items to the [[components]] page. [http://groups.google.com/group/london-hack-space/browse_thread/thread/f9cac1e65e23bd5b] | * As we are now in a good state financially, purchasing of consumables and small equipment has resumed. Please add items to the [[components]] page. [http://groups.google.com/group/london-hack-space/browse_thread/thread/f9cac1e65e23bd5b] | ||
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* This Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th, the [[Classroom HackSpaceChallenge|hackerspace challenge]] team will be holding a [[Classroom HackSpaceChallenge/Hackweekend|hack weekend]] to work on their project. | * This Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th, the [[Classroom HackSpaceChallenge|hackerspace challenge]] team will be holding a [[Classroom HackSpaceChallenge/Hackweekend|hack weekend]] to work on their project. | ||
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| + | * There is a Web Application Hacking/Cracking Workshop this Saturday 16th from 13:00. [http://groups.google.com/group/london-hack-space/browse_thread/thread/40cba93f814c741e] | ||
* Next Wednesday 20th there will be a [[Workshops/CancerBiology|cancer biology workshop]] and the weekly catch-up of the [[Project:Biohacking|biohacking group]]. | * Next Wednesday 20th there will be a [[Workshops/CancerBiology|cancer biology workshop]] and the weekly catch-up of the [[Project:Biohacking|biohacking group]]. | ||
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Recently added projects: | Recently added projects: | ||
* [[Project:Hardware SID Player|Hardware SID Player]] | * [[Project:Hardware SID Player|Hardware SID Player]] | ||
| + | * [[Project:Robot arm USB control|Robot arm USB control]] | ||
== SwapShop == | == SwapShop == | ||
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* Partial 1000ft Cat 5e reel ([[User:Flux|Flux]]) | * Partial 1000ft Cat 5e reel ([[User:Flux|Flux]]) | ||
* Parvalux 240v mains motor with right-angle reduction gearbox ([[User:Flux|Flux]]) | * Parvalux 240v mains motor with right-angle reduction gearbox ([[User:Flux|Flux]]) | ||
| + | * [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guppy Guppies] ([[User:Renski|Renski]]) | ||
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| + | == External news == | ||
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| + | * Nottingham Hackspace are moving to a new venue, and are holding an open day on May 29th. [http://groups.google.com/group/london-hack-space/browse_thread/thread/2f9d19ca7c6dab9e] | ||
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| + | * There is a [http://www.radiofairs.co.uk/ West London Radio and Electronics Fair] this Sunday 17th at Kempton. [http://groups.google.com/group/london-hack-space/browse_thread/thread/b8c0b5208479f150] | ||
Revision as of 19:18, 13 April 2011
London Hackspace news for 7th - 13th April 2011.
General space news
- Russ has posted an updated on the hackspace finances: we now have a monthly subscriptions surplus. Total revenue for the last month was £6,192.63. [1]
- As we are now in a good state financially, purchasing of consumables and small equipment has resumed. Please add items to the components page. [4]
- There is ongoing discussion about having a BBQ somewhere near to the hackspace. A Doodle poll has been created for it. [5]
Upcoming events
- This Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th, the hackerspace challenge team will be holding a hack weekend to work on their project.
- There is a Web Application Hacking/Cracking Workshop this Saturday 16th from 13:00. [8]
- Next Wednesday 20th there will be a cancer biology workshop and the weekly catch-up of the biohacking group.
- The One Click Orgs project are holding a small hack evening next Thursday 21st. They have recently launched version 1.0 of their platform and are currently working on a version for use by the hackspace.
Equipment
- Billy has recovered an old 3D-printer and is currently working on bringing it online. [9]
- A pledge has been opened for a dry ice maker. [10]
Projects
Recently added projects:
SwapShop
- Please can members update their items in the SwapShop so that it can become more useful and also please date when you add something.
New items this week:
- Sabre s2045 Petrol strimmer motor (Flux)
- Front steering rack from child's ride-on electric car and rear axle (Flux)
- 2.5Kg "Kontrol" moisture control crystals (Flux)
- Stout insulated box with tap (Flux)
- Various ~26" bicycle wheels (Flux)
- Partial 1000ft Cat 5e reel (Flux)
- Parvalux 240v mains motor with right-angle reduction gearbox (Flux)
- Guppies (Renski)
External news
- Nottingham Hackspace are moving to a new venue, and are holding an open day on May 29th. [11]
- There is a West London Radio and Electronics Fair this Sunday 17th at Kempton. [12]