Playing card polyhedron
From the MAKE Flickr pool Fdecomite created this paper puzzle using tips from George Hart’s ‘slide together’ instructions – looks to be quite a simple and fun project.
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Paper Yachts book contest
I’ve always been fascinated by origami, but never had the patience for learning it. If you think you do have what it takes to model the world in folded paper, here’s an opportunity to get a free copy of a unique origami book. Our pals over at Potter Craft have given us three copies of […]
Scale model of Makino V33i CNC machine
Francesco Fondi writes: While in Japan, I spotted this 1/20 scale replica of the famous Makino V33i CNC machine. This model kit is going to be released later this month from FineMolds for about $40. These kits have been produced using a real-sized Makino V33i, so a machine made (small) copies of itself… the only […]
Replica steam engine built from cardboard
Using Mr. McGroovy’s Box Rivets, these enterprising builders built a cardboard scale replica steam engine. Cardboard Scale Replica Steam Engine More: Mr. McGroovy’s cardboard box rivets
Etch A Sketch, automated, wireless
From the MAKE Flickr pool Pixl8ed’s auto Etch A Sketch is wireless and hands-free – built using a stepper motors, SparkFun EasyDriver boards, XBee wireless module, and custom CNCed support hardware. Check it out on Flickr. More: Computerized Etch A Sketch @ Maker Faire
Interactive Punch-Out arcade dummy
This guy modified his Slam Man Boxing Dummy, adding arcade buttons, so he can throw punches in NES Mike Tyson’s Punch-Out by punching buttons of the dummy. His Instructable shows you how he did it. The Punchout Interactive Interface Improved
At last … the infinite slinky
Ah yes – the long awaited solution to a sad and uniquely frustrating childhood enigma. The fine folks at StupidInventions finally teach young Slinky Jr. to walk (at least on a belt sander). I will sleep well tonight!
