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06/12/2015
The file is a basic tool, but it would be a mistake to call it simple. Files come in a variety...
06/11/2015
Learn a popular and easy method of lace making using weaving bobbins.
06/09/2015
I’ve developed a little trick for using hot glue to rescue a 3D print that is going wonky while it...
06/08/2015
PVC is an amazing material because its versatility lends itself to countless projects, but exactly what size PVC should you...
06/03/2015
First-time Bondo'er? Start with these tips for mixing, preparing surfaces, and finishing.
06/02/2015
The modeling technique I used in my Ergo Mouse project has 3 main steps: sculpting, surfacing, and Sugru skinning. But...
06/01/2015
There are hundreds of different soldering iron tip shapes and sizes used in everything from jewelry making to plumbing to...
05/16/2015
Hydraulic Robots Why would you want to use hydraulics on your robot? It was good enough for the car-sized fighting...
05/01/2015
When you’re working with projects involving vacuum pumps, a vacuum gauge will show you the pressure in the chamber being...
05/01/2015
The value of a good pair of wire strippers is often overlooked until they’ve disappeared from your toolbox. Here are...
04/10/2015
When you’re wiring a circuit on a breadboard, neatness counts. If you use color-coded jumper wires that fit precisely, you can...
03/24/2015
This project was commissioned to me by a local wedding decorator. My goal was to create a lightweight, portable, wrought...
04/28/2014
Mapping your lot is the first step in designing a homestead.
04/09/2014
Get beautiful macro shots using this inexpensive hardware and software setup.
03/24/2014
Ever heard of Arduino? This Primer will help you get started with Arduino and a little bit of coding.
03/19/2014
A guide to making interlocking, self-aligning, and demountable joints using CNC in flat stock.
02/24/2014
The Raspberry Pi camera is a must-have accessory for your Pi. This skill builder covers the hardware, software, and highlights...
01/06/2014
Ever heard of Arduino? This Primer will help you get started with Arduino and a little bit of coding.
12/16/2013
It's easy enough to standardize the physical connectors in a project (e.g. build your whole robot with just one or...
12/05/2013
Members from the ITP community share some of their physical computing fabrication tips on video.
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