I was exactly the right age when Star Wars first arrived, both for the movies and for the torrent of desirable merchandise that followed in its wake. Because of this, I've been a lifelong fan, and although I've not seen it yet (NO SPOILERS!), I'm very optimistic about The Force Awakens. It seems like a return to form in all ways... except one.
The first Star Wars film was actually an independent production, and that indie vibe shines through it in every respect. It was put together by passionate makers and enthusiasts, rather than studied professionals with a bottomless budget, and you know how we respect that kind of commitment here at element14.
Unsurprisingly there are a lot of great Star Wars projects here on the Community, not least because of A New Hope's indie/maker legacy, and today seemed like the perfect opportunity to rediscover those intergalactic treasures. So let's take a look at some of the great projects and content you guys have made right here on the Community, a long, long time ago.
Oh, and don't forget to check out how to make your own Luke Skywalker lightsaber and to let us know about your own Star Wars themed projects and electronic aspirations in the comments below!
RIoTboard: Building a TFT LCD Display and Digitizer - Part 1: Introduction
shabaz wanted to show us how the awesome RIoTboard can be used to brilliantly recycle the LCD display from an old laptop, and he demonstrated this superbly using, of course, Star Wars!
thebenheckshow and makerkaren have an exciting Star Wars build in the works, that you'll be able to wrap your eyeballs around very soon (tomorrow, perhaps?).
As cruel as it might seem, it's unbelievably fascinating what elecia uncovered when she dismantled this year's hottest toy, the remote controlled BB8 droid.
R2-D2's Holographic projector in real life
One of the submissions for our immensely popular Sci Fi Your Pi Design Challenge involved creating a holographic project, first made popular by Princess Leia's message to Obi Wan via R2-D2. How did the project go, kenny_r?
Shedule & Homework Robot - Darth Vader
To get his project underway before his robot arrived in the post, yuritikhonov put a paper craft Darth Vader to use. Great idea, and plenty of plans available for making your own Star Wars robots! Anyone up for the challenge?
8 Interesting DIY Raspberry Pi Case Ideas
Got a Raspberry Pi or other SBC kicking around on your desk, naked and vulnerable? Why not build it into a Tie Fighter?
Top 9 Star Wars tech in real life
Just the other day, our very own Catwell put together a fascinating list of Star Wars technologies that aren't too far, far away.
Star Wars fan builds working R2-D2 that responds to spoken commands with a Raspberry Pi
And while you're at it, check out Catwell's other look at an astonishing Raspberry Pi and R2-D2 project that includes voice commands.
Got your own ideas for a cool Star Wars project? Tell us all about them in the comments below. Maybe element14 and the Community can help you bring them to life!
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