The concept of self-replicating 3D printers is a really powerful one. But in practice, there are issues with the availability and quality of the 3D-printed parts. [Noyan] is taking a different ...

So a local "maker space" has two introductory workshops. One for laser cutting/engraving, the other on 3D printing. Ideally I'd visit both, since I'm clueless in both techniques and I haven't designed ...

The main mechanical tools in a hacker’s shop used to be a drill press and a lathe. Maybe a CNC mill, if you were lucky. Laser cutters are still a rare tool to find in a personal shop, but today’s ...

SolveSpace is a free, open-source CAD tool that fits in 1MB, with a full 3D solver, parametric sketching, and a browser-based ...

Explore free MakeIT spaces in Singapore’s libraries; ideal for beginners and hobbyists looking to try new skills without ...

The Ponoko web site is a “personal factory” that offers users manufacturing services such as laser cutting, 3D printing, and CNC routing. New Zealand-based Ponoko is reenvisioning the way consumer ...