Meet the Tech — And Techies — That Powered a High-Speed Rocket
A look at the tech inside a mostly successful high-altitude rocket launch
Digital Fabrication
Digital fabrication tools have revolutionized the way designers, engineers, and artisans express their creativity. With the right resources, you can learn to use these powerful instruments in no time! Whether it’s 3D printing or laser cutting that interests you, these articles will provide useful tutorials and inspiration for makers of all levels. Discover how digital fabrication can open up new possibilities so that your craftsmanship is truly extraordinary!
Gaming on a Giant Playable Wooden Game Boy Advance
This wooden Game Boy Advance created by Ryan Bates of RetroBuiltGames is the solution to hipster gaming on the go. Its 9″ screen is 300% bigger than the original Game Boy Advance. Bates has named his creation the “GBA XXL.” Bates says that the CAD file was an expansion of a key chain design he created […]
3D Print This Elegant Cold Brew Coffee Maker
Jonathan Odom proves his love for cold caffeinated beverages with this cold brew coffee maker he pieced together using 3D printed fittings.
Tips for 3D Printing Press-Fit Parts
Learn how to 3D print press-fit parts so you can snap together an easy assembly for your next build.
Review: Printrbot Metal Plus
Following the metal-framed makeover of its smaller simple sibling, the Printrbot Metal Plus transitions from a laser-cut wood frame to a new, beautiful powder-coated metal housing. The sturdy frame offers a number of upgrades over the previous generation, getting great results in our tests. It holds a z-axis that’s been beefed up from the last […]
Print, Cut, and Fold Your Own Pluto
This week humanity received the sharpest images of Pluto yet. Check out the 3D imaging, posters, and papercrafts that have been released!
Build a Drawbot from Two CD Drives and a Raspberry Pi
Learn how to create your own drawbot: a portable CNC plotter using two old CD drives, a servo, and a Raspberry Pi.