You can play chess against a machine on just about any computer, but that’s not nearly as fun as playing with real pieces. If you want to build a robo Skip to Main Content ...

And the Raspberry Turk — a chess-playing robot from developer Joey Meyer — is a masterwork in that regard, serving as a way to learn everything from machine vision to robotics to AI.

According to the World Chess Federation, the dimensions of a chessboard square should be between 5 and 6.5 centimeters (2 to 2.5 inches). For my own board, I went with 2 inches.

A new chess table made DIY style has turned up that lets players combine real world pieces with online games. The table uses a DIY projector made from a 128 x 64 LCD.

Check out this cool DIY LED chess set, it was made by Instructables member Tetranitrate. ... Insulated holes through the center of each square on the board allow magnets to pass through.

The 16-inch-tall vertical chess set is made of a red oak board, with eight horizontal shelves held together by crown molding. It's not only playable, but also makes a great wall hanging.

I've never had much patience for chess – not enough lasers – but the exception has always been those human-sized outdoor sets you play in the garden. Graphic designer Wei Lieh Lee might have ...

The Centaur Smart Chess Set adjusts to your level of ability so it feels like you're playing a challenging—but not too challenging—opponent.