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5 Mechanical Celestial Models From Paper To Brass

By Caleb Kraft

Caleb Kraft

Senior Editor for Make: I get ridiculously excited seeing people make things. I just want to revel in the creativity of the masses! My favorite thing in the world is sharing the hard work of a maker.

I'd always love to hear about what you're making, so send me an email any time at caleb@make.co

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A multitude of materials lend themselves to creating these mechanical orreries

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Watch the Fiery Rotations of a 40-Foot-Wide Mechanical Solar System

Watch the Fiery Rotations of a 40-Foot-Wide Mechanical Solar System

By Caleb Kraft

Caleb Kraft

Senior Editor for Make: I get ridiculously excited seeing people make things. I just want to revel in the creativity of the masses! My favorite thing in the world is sharing the hard work of a maker.

I'd always love to hear about what you're making, so send me an email any time at caleb@make.co

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Watch this Jim Henson inspired solar system as it rotates, glows, and spews flames.

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This Flaming Mechanical Solar System Will Make You Feel Like a Heavenly Giant

This Flaming Mechanical Solar System Will Make You Feel Like a Heavenly Giant

By Caleb Kraft

Caleb Kraft

Senior Editor for Make: I get ridiculously excited seeing people make things. I just want to revel in the creativity of the masses! My favorite thing in the world is sharing the hard work of a maker.

I'd always love to hear about what you're making, so send me an email any time at caleb@make.co

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This year at Maker Faire Bay Area, you’ll have a chance to experience a unique view of the heavenly bodies. Stand as celestial being, a giant observing the solar system, feeling the heat from the flaming star on your face while the planets spin and twist around you. Celestial Mechanica, a 40 foot wide, 16 […]

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