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A Majestic Iron Horse Gallops Across Maker Faire Hannover 2023

A Majestic Iron Horse Gallops Across Maker Faire Hannover 2023

A fascinating mix of imposing size and graceful elegance! On August 19 and 20, 2023, visitors to Maker Faire Hanover will be able to admire the 4.5m X 8.5m iron horse by Spanish artist Jorà Ferré in action. To rocking sounds, the mechanically controlled legs gallop, while a ballerina dances on its back. “The Iron Horse” is not only a visually stunning, but is a symbol of the inventiveness of the Maker community.

Bright Lights, Big TV – DIY Ambient Lights

Bright Lights, Big TV – DIY Ambient Lights

Televisions these days are technological marvels — absolutely massive yet paper-thin screens with crystal-clear 4K (or better) resolution, up to 120Hz refresh rates, high dynamic range (HDR) color and luminance, and other features that turn living rooms into amazing personal theaters. As great as these new TVs are though, the magic still ends at the thin bezel […]

Review: BeagleCam V2 3D Printer Camera

Review: BeagleCam V2 3D Printer Camera

Manufacturer: Minton Price: $89 URL: https://www.mintion.net/products/mintion-beagle-v2-3d-printer-camera 10% off, if you use the amazon link http://bitly.ws/Kgat The BeagleCam v2 is Minton’s latest version of their remote 3D printer device. It offers the ability to control your printer remotely, que up jobs, see what is happening in real-time, and record time lapse videos. Unbox and setup Inside the box are […]

Debra Ansell Orb-Sessed Make: Magazine

ORB-sessed – LED Sphere

“Squaring the circle” is a mathematical challenge as old as geometry itself. The “Cube Orb” LED sphere inverts that goal and takes it to a new dimension. Notably, this spectacular project achieves its orbicular objective using only standard, easy to ORB-tain electronic components and 3D-printed parts. Ever since I saw Jiri Praus’ fantastic freeform-soldered LED sphere, […]