Useless machines are a fun class of devices which typically turn themselves off once they are switched on, hence their name. Even though there’s no real point, they’re fun to build and to operate ...

We all know what it means to procrastinate, but what about actively spending time building a useless machine? You have undoubtedly seen the ornamental boxes with a tempting little toggle switch on the ...

Uncover the charm of the "useless machine," a device that embodies the concept of doing nothing. From its inception by Marvin Minsky to its place in modern pop culture, learn how this simple yet ...