Making A Custom R/C Car, And Driving It With A Wii Fit Board
Made completely from scratch, this is a fun journey.
Maker News
From advancements in technology and materials, to the development of innovative techniques and ideas, there’s always something new on the horizon. As a maker, your success depends on your ability to keep up with all these changes. Let’s take a look at some of the most noteworthy developments that are taking place in making right now!
Use A Treadmill Motor To Seriously Upgrade Your Drill Press
How to upgrade an old drill press with a brushless 2.6Hp DC motor from a treadmill.This modification has many advantages, more horsepower, speed control and reverse of course, because every drill press needs a reverse! I cover the process of building a new motor mount bracket out of an old office chair. Next I grind down the […]
Maker Faire Prague Goes Big Again in 2021
The biggest Maker Faire in Czechia is back in full force! Czech DIYers, inventors, designers and creators will finally meet again offline in Prague this weekend (11th and 12th September) as Maker Faire Prague is just around the corner. Held in the inspiring premises of the Industrial Palace (Výstaviště Praha), the largest Czech Maker Faire […]
Struck Twice: How Musical Group ArcAttack Went From Live Shows to DIY Tesla Coil Kits
When Covid killed their live gigs, musical group ArcAttack pivoted to create their first DIY musical Tesla coil kit. Then the pandemic struck again.
400,000-Volt Extreme Thor Cosplay
Maybe it melts, maybe it comes out fine!
Maker Spotlight: Josh Waddell of 3 Bulls UPcycling
Name Josh Waddell Where are you located? Bartlesville What is your day job? Full time maker! Owner / Operator of 3 Bulls UPcycling, LLC Find me on Instagram Do you attend a makerspace/fablab/hackerspace? Yes I have my own workshop that I rent. What kinds of stuff do you make? We make a variety of hand […]
University Makerspaces 3: Collaborating with Faculty
Collaboration is key, especially when it comes to faculty
