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How to Know if the FDA Wants to Regulate Your Prototype

In his spare time, Michael is the President of the Board of the Open Source Hardware Association (OSHWA) and the General Counsel of Shapeways. Despite that, nothing in this article is OSHWA’s or Shapeways’ fault, and it certainly isn’t legal advice. You can find Michael online @MWeinberg2D and at michaelweinberg.org.

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March 3rd, 2017March 2nd, 2017

If you’re designing a product for the human body, it’s important to know when and if the FDA will take an interest in what you’re doing.

Tips for Designing Kits Simple Enough for Kids to Assemble

By bjpirt

bjpirt

Maker of Mirobot (http://mirobot.io) and builder of all things connected.

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March 1st, 2017February 28th, 2017

Keep these tips in mind when you’re designing your kit and your customers will thank you for it.

Comparing the Same Design Fabricated with Filament Printing, Resin, and CNC

By Art Krumsee

Art Krumsee

Art Krumsee has 30 years of experience as an IT Director focused on Internet and web development technologies. He continues to work part-time as an Internet communications consultant but increasingly he devotes his energy to interests ranging from teaching meditation to creative Maker projects at the Columbus Idea Foundry.

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January 10th, 2017January 11th, 2017

Check out the same item 3D printed with filament, 3D printed with resin, and milled from wood.

How to Digitally Design Joinery for Better Assembly

By Tasker Smith

Tasker Smith

Tasker Smith is a technical instructor at The Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He mentors students in the practical use of digital fabrication technologies and the process of iterative prototype development.

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August 17th, 2016November 29th, 2017

If you’re making two pieces meant to fit together, you’ll want to know these basic best practices for designing joinery in CAD programs.

NASA Shapes the Future of Space Design and Exploration with its Mixed Reality Program

By Mike Senese

Mike Senese

Mike Senese is a content producer with a focus on technology, science, and engineering. He served as Executive Editor of Make: magazine for nearly a decade, and previously was a senior editor at Wired. Mike has also starred in engineering and science shows for Discovery Channel, including Punkin Chunkin, How Stuff Works, and Catch It Keep It.

An avid maker, Mike spends his spare time tinkering with electronics, fixing cars, and attempting to cook the perfect pizza. You might spot him at his local skatepark in the SF Bay Area.

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July 19th, 2016July 19th, 2016

Nasa’s Jet Propulsion Lab gives us a peek into the future of space exploration with their mixed reality tools.

An Open Valve: How a Modding Community Shaped the Future of Virtual Reality

By Caleb Kraft

Caleb Kraft

I get ridiculously excited seeing people make things. I just want to revel in the creativity I see in makers. My favorite thing in the world is sharing a maker's story. find me at CalebKraft.com

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