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Make a simple tilt activated switch

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Frank writes -

It's a 3 position SPDT switch that closes (on) when tilted. Made with 3 pieces of plastic, a washer, and three machine screws + nuts. I made this switch as a hack for a cheap r/c car controller, inspired by the wiimote controlled car.
I just realized, this can also double as a pedometer or a shake sensor

instructables : Tilt Activated Switch - Link.

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Posted by: kryten007 on February 15, 2007 at 1:17 PM

Simply. Brilliant.

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Posted by: RobCruickshank on February 15, 2007 at 2:06 PM

Yes, that's very elegant.

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Posted by: wayn3w on February 15, 2007 at 5:19 PM

wow -- I have a use for this today with my circuit bending project.

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Posted by: jswilson64 on February 15, 2007 at 6:02 PM

Another device that could be used by terrorists. This site should be shut down.

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Posted by: bf5man_ on February 15, 2007 at 7:43 PM

It has been said before but i will say it again, it is brillant! Wow!

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Posted by: kaden on February 16, 2007 at 5:23 AM

Brilliant. But why do Makers hate America?

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Posted by: frank26080115 on February 16, 2007 at 8:58 AM

we don't hate america, americans hate robertson screws and screwdrivers

thanks everybody!

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