Being able to take accurate measurements is a necessity for various industries. It’s crucial when surveying and construction, design, and mapmaking operations because they need precise data that can ...

"Way easier than dealing with a long tape measure.

Ever found yourself frustrated with inaccurate measurements that ruin your DIY projects? Imagine transforming your measuring tasks with a tool that combines the best of digital and laser technology.

“Architect, engineer, designer, carpenter or just who wanting to add a book shelf to the study room, a laser tape measure is a necessity for your tool box. Introducing iRULER M130, a miniature laser ...

It’s devices like Bosch’s GLM 15, a new laser measure, that support the fact that it’s never too early to start filling out one’s holiday gift wish list. The tiny device serves two purposes: first and ...

“It’s a compact powerhouse that’s made my projects smoother and quicker.” Precise measuring is important when it comes to hanging home decor, furniture placement, building a shed, and other DIY ...

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[Andrew] got a little help from his friends to hack a laser distance meter. Using laser distance meters as sensors is one of the great quests of hackers – with good reason. Accurate distance readings ...

Obviously the wavelength of a laser can’t be measured with a scale as large as that of a carpenter’s tape measure. At least not directly and that’s where a Compact Disc comes in. [Styropyro] uses a CD ...