NASA's wiring guide -- only the most demanding geeks need apply

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<p><a href="http://workmanship.nasa.gov/index.jsp"><img alt="" hspace="hspace" src="http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/www.engadget.com/media/2008/02/2-8-08-nasa-wiring.jpg" vspace="vspace" border="0" /></a></p> <p>In our opinion, the best rigs are the ones held together with duct tape and wired up with leftover speaker cable, but if you're looking to class things up -- and avoid any number of potential fire issues -- NASA's got you covered with the agency's official Workmanship Standards Pictorial Reference. The exhaustive guide covers everything from wire splicing to connector tightness, and if you're opening up walls to install a home theater or just trying to build the prettiest casemod on the block, it's well worth a look -- the rest of us can stick to using chewing gum and prayer to keep our gear running. <br />[Via <a href="http://toolmonger.com/2008/02/08/need-help-wiring-nasa-shows-you-the-right-way/">Toolmonger</a>]</p> <p><a href="http://www.engadget.com/2008/02/09/nasas-wiring-guide-only-the-most-demanding-geeks-need-apply/">NASA's wiring guide -- only the most demanding geeks need apply - Engadget</a></p>

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