11 Tips for Creating a Good Weld
We didn’t have room for this in the magazine, but these welding tips are just too good to keep to ourselves.
Metalworking
Whether you are creating intricate jewelry or repairs on large machinery and vehicles, metalworking can help make your projects come to life. But it’s not enough to just have the right equipment; knowing a few tips and tricks of the trade will take your creations to the next level! In this blog post, we’ll be discussing some essential metalworking tips that all makers should know in order to perfect their craft.
Designing a Modern Newton’s Cradle from Scratch
Ben Watson wanted to know how a Newton’s Cradle worked, so he built one.
Variations on the DiResta Star Key
Makers inspired by Jimmy DiResta’s Star Key project try their hand at their own versions
Check Out the Massive, Motorized Wings on This League of Legends Cosplay
Artist Leo Simon unveiled this amazing League of Legends cosplay with motorized wings.
DiResta: Steel Sawhorses
In this episode of Diresta, Jimmy shows us how he used some leftover steel to create lightweight, foldable sawhorses.
Electronics That Last: How I Built an Heirloom Laptop
Imagine an laptop you could pass down to your kids. Kurt Mottweiler walks us through the design considerations in making an heirloom laptop.
Learn to Cryogenically Harden Metal with an Induction Heater
Cryogenic case hardening is a good way to increase the hardness and rust resistance of bolts.
