This full-size replica blaster from Star Wars, most iconically used by Han Solo and Princess Leia, has everything. Flashing LEDs, blaster noises, LEGO, and yes, even an Arduino. Not bad for [Baron … ...

I built it for the by Arduino automated Lego train container terminal that I’m currently building. This Lego compressor contains 4 Lego PF M motors, 8 Lego pneumatic pumps and 10 air tanks.

Avoid stepping on these tiny Arduino-compatible boards. MCookies are pricier than the LEGOs they snap into, and will probably cut your feet just as badly.