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January 25, 2017
The Glowforge Is Almost Here and it’s Worth the Wait
Everyone has been clamoring for a Glowforge since it was announced a year and a half ago. Now it's here, and its features make laser cutting easier than ever.
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Turn the Crank and Watch This Mechanical Camping Scene Come to Life
A gift for a long distance partner shows a great use of mechanical design
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This Autonomous Boat Went from California to Hawaii and Beyond
After Damon met his autonomous boat in Hawaii after launching it from California, he set its course towards New Zealand.
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January 24, 2017
Open Sourcing Plans for “Low-Tech, High-Thinking” Water Filters
OHorizons works on providing access to clean drinking water by teaching local communities to build and maintain their own water filtration systems.
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Stick Together a Durable Duct Tape Hammock
Always wanted a hammock? Now you can build one with just a wooden dowel and some duct tape.
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January 23, 2017
3D Printing Topographical Maps from Space Shuttle Data
Here's how I wrote a program to convert the Space Shuttle Endeavor's geographical data into topographical 3D printed maps.
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Learn the Double-Stitch Technique to Handsew Leather
This basic technique will propel you toward custom tool coverings, bags, apparel, and more.
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Math Monday: Tons of Triangles
Triangles Everywhere!
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January 22, 2017
This Week in Making: High Voltage Heat, Makerbot Loses a CEO, and More
This week, Makerbot undergoes a big change, we discovered an awesome science channel on Youtube, Maker Faire comes to Chicago, and more!
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January 21, 2017
Weekend Watch: Model Railroad Construction with Luke Towan
Learn how to make realistic scale models with this fantastic series.
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