Emil Muzz

While I never had one I remember following the build page, and I was crushed when the price point was far too high for me to even consider getting one. However I did ride around with a carputer for some time before an affordable commercial head unit with CD/MP3 capability became available.

It was an off the shelf IBM desktop in the backseat, powered by an inverter, and controlled by a numeric keypad stuck to the center console with some velcro. Getting music on it required hauling the whole thing in the house, but at the time it felt pretty awesome to have pieced together a solution that worked.

I’ve been a fan of Simple Keyboard for quite a while now. https://github.com/rkkr/simple-keyboard

Replying to say dd is probably the better method for archival, but this works for me in most cases.

This should work for -most- DVDs, unless they’re using some unique copy protection.

The following packages are needed: dvdbackup, libdvdcss, cdrtools

To get info on an inserted DVD (and check it can be read): dvdbackup -i /dev/sr0 -I

To rip the DVD to a directory (-M will mirror the disc): dvdbackup -i /dev/sr0 -o /path/to/store/dvd/ -M

And then to write the directory contents to an iso image: mkisofs -dvd-video -udf -o /path/to/save/movie.iso /path/of/ripped/dvd

From there you can archive the iso, mount it for playback, etc. My next step was a combination of MakeMKV and Handbrake to encode the main movie (H.265 MKV 480p30) for storage on a media server.

This video is almost 15 years old. Link: https://youtu.be/0yfArN-e2OU

At least the sequel is relatively new but sadly (?) doesn’t include timestamps like the first. Gotta respect the hustle though.

Seems to be working for me again.

Seems to be working for me again.

Yep, seeing that with my deck and HoloISO desktop right now. Best advice is probably to avoid restarting, and potentially switch to offline mode if you’re still logged in.

Yep, seeing that with my deck and HoloISO desktop right now. Best advice is probably to avoid restarting, and potentially switch to offline mode if you’re still logged in.

Thank you! I recently saw a thumbnail of this in a Feral Historian video and I was hoping to find a copy.

Seconding this advice. Install ProtonUp-Qt, run it and add the latest Proton-GE version. Restart Steam and change game compatibilty settings to use use Proton-GE.

My curiosity got the best of me, here’s the link to Wright: https://www.wrightmfg.com/products/mowers/commercial/stand-on/robotic-zk/

The Mower

• 40HP Vanguard Engine
• Hydro-Gear Smartec Drive-By-Wire 12cc
• 15.5 Gallon Fuel Capacity
• Centimeter-level accurate RTK GPS
• Commercial-grade Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU)
• Depth-sensing object detection cameras
• Rock-solid wireless emergency stop
• Remote control mode
• Live Greenzie support: Call for support while in the field for real-time fixes.

The Software

• Mow the boundary once, and the mower fills in the rest
• Remembers maps and can repeat them when you come back. Just place it in the previous boundary.
• Create no-go zones that will be saved with your map to avoid hitting hard-to-see obstacles like drain covers or small pipes sticking out of the ground.
• Record and repeat: Record yourself mowing the entire property, and the mower will replicate your movement.
• Manage the mower with the controller or a smart device in real-time.
• Advanced fleet support: See how your fleet is performing. Replay entire jobs, not just a dot on the map.
• Run multiple units at once.
• Set the stripe angle (for those stunning cross-hatch patterns)
• Seamless automatic updates

Don’t get me wrong, I still feel dirty for defending the US patent system. lol

‘Personal use’ covers propagation and breeding by an individual, for non-commercial purposes. Nobody’s saying -you- can’t try to propigate or breed them, but you could be libel if you try to make money off the endeavor.

In this case I would say the patent system is working as intended, in that it gives some protection to LightBio’s investment into creating the firefly. While I would LOVE to see an expanded variety available from other -commercial- growers (with MUCH larger operations and funding), I don’t want it to be at the expense of LightBio’s effort, or the commercial success they’ve earned for creating it in the first place.

Nice! Mine should be arriving soon and I can’t wait! Does Light Bio send out shipping notices, or did you all just have it arrive as a nice surprise?

I don’t know of a gamified version (but would love to see one), but for help identifying, validating, and tracking sightings you may find the Merlin app from TheCornellLab useful.

Take a look at the thermometer/hydrometer from SwitchBot (also available on Amazon). $14 each, but available in packs of 2/4 at a discount.

Nearly all SB products seem to have data export from the app. I have three temp sensors (inside/outside/garage), and also use the smart plug mini to monitor and store power consumption data for devices.

While not a flight sim I’ll give a recommendation for Hardspace: Shipbreaker. Spend some time salvaging old spaceships in zero-g.