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February 23, 2016

This Robot Prints Tactile Maps for the Blind

LineSpaceLinespace is the 3D Printing technology that creates tactile maps on demand for the blind.

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Published on February 23, 2016 05:30

Troubleshoot Circuitry with DIY Magnified Thermal Imaging

thermalcamera7-2Circuit parts are getting smaller, but our eyes and fingers can only troubleshoot so much. Find the issue with a thermal camera and a special lense.

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Published on February 23, 2016 05:00

February 22, 2016

3D Print the Spaceships from Syfy Channel’s “The Expanse”

theExpanse_1Are we on the verge of a future where we can 3D print the fantastic worlds that we see on TV?

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Published on February 22, 2016 14:41

Weave Hypnotic Spiral Art on an Embroidery Hoop

EmbroideryHoop3An embroidery hoop is normally used for, well, embroidery. But it can also provide the frame for more unique yarncraft projects.

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Published on February 22, 2016 06:00

Made in Baltimore: Build a Community for Your Makerspace

Open Works General Manager Will Holman hosted Fab Foundation Chief Implementation Officer Sonia Pryor-Jones for a tour last week. Photo by Cindy Paradies.What good is a Makerspace without any Makers? In this installment Will Holman talks about fostering a community of Makers.

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Published on February 22, 2016 05:30

Over 4,000 Empty Pen Refills Went into These Miniature Landmarks

Sreenu_007"Disposable" pens have plastic parts that end up in landfills. M. R. Sreenivasulu decided to collect them and build something beautiful.

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Published on February 22, 2016 05:00

February 21, 2016

Build a Backyard Bee Hotel

beCondo_1Ideas and instructions for building a 5-star bee hotel for solitary bees

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Published on February 21, 2016 14:09

Day One of Miami Mini Maker Faire 2016

vibra_signThe first day at Miami Maker Faire was full of fantastic sights.

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Published on February 21, 2016 08:35

Hacker Publishes a Rosetta Stone Style Book for Manufacturing in Shenzhen

shenzhen-market_jpg_project-bodyBunnie Huang is publishing a tool to help Makers get business done in Shenzhen (without having to learn Mandarin).

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Published on February 21, 2016 08:00

February 20, 2016

There’s an App for That Toy at the New York Toy Fair

02-Code GamerNew toys on the market are trending toward physical building block styles with integrated digital components. Here are our favorites from New York Toy Fair.

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Published on February 20, 2016 08:00

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