Windell writes – “After trying out our simple demonstration of magnetohydrodynamic (MHD) propulsion, you might want to make something a little more “practical.” Here’s how to build a simple little boat that moves through salt water (at a snail’s pace) via MHD propulsion. The craft is not designed for performance; it’s designed to demonstrate a […]
There is something in the air, and it’s steam… A few Makers sent in some steam powered bicycles, here’s a round up… know of others? Post in the comments. The Roper Steam motorcycle “Bob Jorgensen of Memphis took “Motocycles 1899″ and immediately fabricated the engine that Sylvester H Roper used on his steam motorcycle. The […]
It would bring the drawbot shame if I didn’t make a video of it drawing in all its glory. In this video, I feature James Larsson, drawbotted above and Jim Purbric and his alter ego, Babbage Linden, drawbotted below. If you didn’t see last weeks installment, make sure to go watch it here. Click here […]
The Drawbot was put through the paces at the Make Fest. The management had to shut us down because we were the only folks left there! Here’s what goes in: And what it draws out: I’m gathering quite a collection of awesome drawbot drawings. I think the drawbot needs to have an artshow to showcase […]
The make fest was a hoot, a holler, and a half! European makers converged on the Hotel Le Plaza in Brussels and showed their stuff to a super positive audience. It didn’t hurt that Zimki lubricated the event with drinks. I hearby nominate Belgian beer as the best beer ever! James and Katrien of Zimki […]
Hey Crafters! CRAFT will soon be on the newsstands on October 17th! But subscribe now and you could be receiving yours even earlier in the mail. And why not? This issue is jam-packed with lots of really neat stuff you can make, inspirational crafter profiles, quick craft projects, DIY projects, and more! Where else can […]
Jacob writes – “I’ve made my design for a nice coffee table available under a cc license for people to enjoy and hopefully build themselves. It comes with a sketchup file, measurements and basic instructions.” – Link. Related coffee table projects: Coffee table desk – Link. Interactive coffee table – Link. HOW TO – Make […]
