10 Terrific Trebuchets
The DIY catapults and trebuchets are as varied in their design methods and materials as there are people in the hurling community.
The age old siege weapon is still being used today in skirmishes on the modern battlefield.
Woodworking
Crafting wood can be a complex and rewarding task, but often times beginners may find themselves frustrated with their results. But no matter where you are in your woodworking journey, there are always tips and tricks that can help you create something beautiful – without breaking the bank. We’re going to look at woodworking tips and tricks for makers of all skill levels so even if you feel like it’s too overwhelming to attempt your own project, we’ll provide some guidance so don’t give up just yet!
DiResta: Inc. Clock Sign
I was asked to design and make the sign/clock for the Inc., a maker space at Solomon Schechter School
Talkin’ Tinkering with the Masters of Automata
The Exploratorium Tinkering Studio invites all of you to join a Google Hangout this Friday, November 21st from 9am to 10:30am (Pacific time) to talk about one of their true specialties—Automata!—with some of their favorite masters of this art/technology. Joining the Tinkering Studio team will be a star-studded group: Artist Keith Newstead (whose pieces are at the top […]
How to Rebuild Society (with the Survivor Library)
Rocky Rawlins’ Survivor Library stores digitized 19th- and early 20th-century texts on how to build important machines and infrastructure, aiming to help civilization “survive when technology doesn’t.”
Crazy Cat Home Improvements
What does one do who loves cats? You can always become a “crazy cat person” that has 20 or so felines running around the house. On the other hand, if you have a serious amount of skill and dedication to home-improvement projects, you can modify your house to accommodate their climbing needs with a series […]
Making Tiny Cannons That Actually Work
Imjur user designs a scaled down fully functional Dahlgren cannon.
The cannon fires steel ball bearings using 100-grains of black powder.
How-To: Build a Modern Wooden Toboggan
Need a weekend project? Create your own modern wooden toboggan sing common household power tools with this fantastic woodworking project!