The Man Who Makes Lightning on Demand
Electrical engineer Greg Leyh is no stranger to high voltage. He invites it, measures it, and controls it.
Workshop
The latest DIY ideas, techniques and tools for the industrial arts from metal and woodworking to CNC machining and 3D printing.
Maker Pro News: Maker Health at Maker Faire, Pebble Founder’s Comeback, and More
Prior to World Maker Faire New York, you will want to take a look at these maker pros and what they’ve been up to. Some will be at the Faire.
This Week in Making: Combat Arthropod, DIY Standing Desk, and Maker Share
This week, check out these combat ready robots, build your own standing desk, and create your Maker Share account (if you haven’t already).
Tips of the Week: Bigger Bar Clamps, Lighting Your Safety Glasses, Lego Cable Holders
A week of wildly diverse tips miscellany, from DIY bar clamps to hurricane battery hacks to quick n’ creepy Halloween ghosts.
Open World: A Conversation with Will Holman of Open Works
Trained as an architect at Virginia Tech, Will Holman has gone on to work in several tech environments and found the Open Works makerspace.
Quick Tip: Use a Sticky Dash Mat to Hold Teardown Parts
These things are sold to hold your cell phone in the car, but they also work great for keeping parts (including plastic and other non-magnetic bits) organized when you’re taking something apart.
Turning a Realistic Harry Potter Wand on a Wood Lathe
Don’t be afraid to try new things. A magic wand, from Harry Potter, is a good starter project for using a wood lathe.
