Quadcopters are cool and everything, but I find exploring the ocean a way more interesting proposition. I want to start making autonomous underwater vehicles.
Are there forums for people who are doing this? I've googlebinged for sites and people that are into this, but no dice. It seems like everyone involved is a closed academic research project, or a government body.
Basically looking for a forum of people to discuss ideas with.
posted by hanoixan
on Feb 23, 2013 -
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What kind of equipment could I purchase within a $300 budget for the backdrop and lighting? My house is naturally very dark. I use white plates and minimal props for the food. My camera is a Canon 40D. I don't have much time lately so I'll spend a little more for convenience.
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posted by sunnychef88
on Jan 17, 2013 -
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Is there any kind of slick map-generation tool available online (preferably for free-ish) that I can use in my presentations?
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posted by shiu mai baby
on Sep 19, 2012 -
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How do you spot an amateur in your trade, profession, or hobby? Specifically, what are some examples of things that people without experience do, while attempting what you do or know well, because they don't know any better that make their lack of experience obvious?
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posted by Blasdelb
on Sep 18, 2012 -
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Received a old Ham Radio transceiver as a gift. Is what I'd like to do with it plausible?
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posted by werkzeuger
on Sep 15, 2012 -
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Are there any videos on YouTube similar to
Great Depression Cooking, in that they feature completely amateur cooking? I mean people without great knife technique or whatever, just cooking regular meals in small regular kitchens like the rest of regulars, fearlessly and worrying not so much about presentation or perfection?
posted by Busoni
on Jul 11, 2012 -
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I have an idea for an amateur film project I'd like to try out, only I've never so much as held a video camera. Where should I start learning? Ready to jump in with both feet.
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posted by Urban Winter
on Jun 28, 2012 -
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What ways can a person contribute to significant science without being a full-time professional scientist?
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posted by philipy
on Apr 1, 2012 -
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Someone I know who is a volunteer would like a copy of the REACT/Red Cross produced video "Where Seconds Count". He had been told he could view it online, but repeated online searches have failed to find it, and neither the Red Cross nor individual REACT organizations seem to be selling physical copies via their websites. I've been trying to help him find it, but have had no luck. Anybody?
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posted by bunky
on Mar 24, 2012 -
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Best way to distribute my music to Spotify, Itunes, Amazon ECT? Secondly, how can I protect my songs prior to releasing them?
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posted by audio
on Nov 27, 2011 -
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I'm an amateur selling a photo to a professional publisher for a single run in a brochure. How do I prepare a quote that ensures that everything we've agreed upon is legally binding?
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posted by lyam
on Feb 16, 2011 -
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photo blog filter: I enjoy the history site
shorpy quite a bit, but I also really like the member gallery (button on left side of main page; not sure why my link here isn't sticking), where contributors post family photos and other sorts of everyday images along with the date of origin and some background info, etc. What other blogs/websites do this kind of thing? Which ones do you like? (Interested in 40s-80s U.S. mostly, but some variation is fine.)
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posted by 5Q7
on Oct 20, 2010 -
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Where on the Web might I find the thoughts and/or creations of amateur album art creators?
posted by Joe Beese
on Aug 10, 2010 -
2 answers
Help me avoid embarrassment. I have no training and couldn't tell you what my range is using, like, technical terms, but when singing I embarrass myself least with Amy Winehouse's song
You Know I'm No Good. Taking that as my (only) data point, what song should I attempt at an evening of Sondheim?
posted by prefpara
on Jun 16, 2010 -
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What are some movies, shows, sketches, etc. where amateurs put on a show? Especially comedies, but any genre will help.
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posted by hellbient
on Dec 1, 2009 -
29 answers
What do pornographers know that we don't? Namely, how to convince people to have sex on camera for not much money?
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posted by penciltopper
on Apr 28, 2008 -
39 answers
I'm on a team that participates in an amateur rocketry competition. We are building a rocket to carry a 10 lb (4.5 kg) payload to 10,000 feet (3048 m) above ground level. Help us come up with 10lbs of awesome we could put in the rocket.
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posted by !Jim
on Nov 9, 2007 -
50 answers
Anyone know of some good print resources for black & white film photography? I've done some work and seen some books, but I wanted some advice from people who have been there before. Thanks!
posted by nosophoros
on Jul 28, 2007 -
8 answers
Playing it safe in the digital age-- how can I record and store very private video of myself and him together (for us to enjoy together), but reserve the right to rescind access if the relationship ends?
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posted by anonymous
on Mar 20, 2007 -
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I'm an amateur classical pianist. I used to give solo recitals at college, and I would like to start performing again out here in the real world. But what sort of group/organisation/event do I need to get involved with to have this kind of opportunity? Could I organise a little independent recital for myself, or is that weird and too egotistical?
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posted by chrismear
on Dec 19, 2006 -
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How do I go about getting corporate sponsors for a trek down the Murray River (Australia) in order to raise money for a charity? I'm doing it for a legitimate charity, so how do I get companies to donate? I've never done anything like this before, so all help is appreciated.
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posted by twirlypen
on Jul 30, 2006 -
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I would like to make a "scientific discovery", or otherwise contribute something (however useful, or not) to the body of human knowledge. What are some unanswered questions, or unexplained details of the world, or (most especially) developing fields of inquirey, that an amateur might seek to investigate with possibility of making progress into the unexplored?
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posted by -harlequin-
on Jul 3, 2006 -
45 answers
We're thinking of buying my dad a Ham Radio for Christmas. I know nothing about them and don't know where to even start. Help!
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posted by fionab
on Dec 7, 2005 -
9 answers
When, in the course of human events, an awesome individual decides to run for office, and when an amateur nerd overhears this and is tickled pink, and wishes to set up a blog for this awesome individual,
where would this amateur nerd find free political candidate's blog templates? [more inside]
posted by By The Grace of God
on Nov 19, 2005 -
4 answers
Looking to buy a prosumer SLR digital camera. Anyone know about any coming out shortly or price drops? - more info within -
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posted by destro100
on Jul 18, 2005 -
13 answers
Can you suggest some Windows programming tools for a very rusty, very amateur programmer? (More within)
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posted by Zonker
on Jul 17, 2004 -
15 answers
For an amateur photographer who is interested in documentary style photography, what are some "must have" lenses? I've got a tamron 28-105mm fixed 2.8 which rocks the masses. I'm looking to add one or two more lenses in the next year.
posted by inviolable
on Mar 16, 2004 -
10 answers
I see lots of photographers with candid photos of strangers from the park, on the street, etc., but I'm wary of getting sued just for taking some amateur photos. What laws, guidlines, rules of thumb, etc., should I use when taking photos of people in public?
posted by oissubke
on Jan 22, 2004 -
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