This Week in Making: Supersonic Nerfs, 3D Printing Metal, and Upcycling Made Easier
This week, we saw makers shoot nerf darts at the speed of sound, transform the Nintendo Switch into the Nintendo 64, and so much more.
Robotics
Making a robot can be an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s the perfect combination of creativity, engineering and problem solving. However, if you’re just getting started in robotics, it can also be overwhelming. To make things easier for those who are just starting out, we’ve put together some tips and tricks to help makers bring robots to life! From the basics of assembling your robot to software implementation, these pointers will give you everything you need to get started on your robotic adventure!
Making an Impressive Working Robotic Arm from Cardboard
Watch this working robotic arm being built from little more than cardboard and medical syringes.
Two Bit Circus Built a Bartending Robot That Actually Slings Drinks
Los Angeles-based entertainment makers Two Bit Circus created a robot bartender for their annual Anti-Gala fundraiser this past November.
Nvidia’s New TX2 Board Does Dual 4K-Camera Object-Detection in Real Time
Useful for makers and professionals alike, the new board lets you track objects like never before.
Tips for Designing Kits Simple Enough for Kids to Assemble
Keep these tips in mind when you’re designing your kit and your customers will thank you for it.
This Week in Making: New Planets, Voice Control, and 3D Printed Action Figures
See the faces of open source, discover three crowdfunding campaigns to watch, and check out newly discovered planets.
Watch Us Build Eddie, the Self Balancing Robot
Watch as Tyler builds this cute balancing bot on the live stream.
