Author Archives: robertwilkie

USB based heaters

Posted on March 15, 2018 by robertwilkie

OK I haven’t seen these before, basically its an electric heater with a USB input.  The author extends the functionality by adding velcro.  Me, I am just impressed these exist and are cheap. http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Your-Own-Heated-Shirt-Powered-by-USB-for-Less/

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Build a hidden drawer with a floating shelf

Posted on March 14, 2018 by robertwilkie

This one is a bit different from other builds where the “hidden part is like a drawer instead of the drop down I have seen in the past with builds like this. https://www.familyhandyman.com/woodworking/projects/saturday-morning-workshop-floating-shelf-with-secret-drawer/view-all/

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The giant pepper shaker

Posted on March 14, 2018 by robertwilkie

This thing is huge.  Its fun to watch the build. https://makezine.com/2018/03/06/giant-pepper-grinder/

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Make an air sensor for your snorkel mask

Posted on March 14, 2018 by robertwilkie

Interesting build.  Guess its to keep you from passing out while swimming. http://www.instructables.com/id/Oxygen-Measurement-in-Snorkels/

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Bucket handle

Posted on March 14, 2018 by robertwilkie

Nice build from the author, basically he was looking for a better handle and used some black pipe for the purpose.  Not so sure I would have (cost would add up fast).  Maybe use some PVC instead? http://www.instructables.com/id/Bucket-and-Piping-Repurposed-Into-Bucket-With-Supp/

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Cool 3D chocolate printer

Posted on March 13, 2018 by robertwilkie

The authors figured out how to speed it up by cooling the chocolate off with water after each layer. http://www.3ders.org/articles/20180305-students-develop-chocolate-3d-printer-that-prints-on-water.html

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Make a garden cart

Posted on March 13, 2018 by robertwilkie

I remember my grandfather having a cart like this.  It was a bit bigger and he bought it.  Looking at the materials its going to be $80 to built this cart.  The “bought” version can be found as low at … Continue reading →

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Nice build for an umbrella table

Posted on March 12, 2018 by robertwilkie

Relatively straight forward build too. https://www.familyhandyman.com/patio/umbrella-table/

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Cool 3D printed hovercraft

Posted on March 9, 2018 by robertwilkie

Nice build for a hovercraft, the author must have a decent sized printer to print out at the size the craft is. Single Motor, Single Piece 3D Printed Hovercraft

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Cheap buffer for a Dremel

Posted on March 9, 2018 by robertwilkie

Not a bad idea, the buffers can run a buck or so.  Reusing some rags for a buffing wheel is a good idea. http://www.instructables.com/id/Poor-Mans-Buffing-Wheel/

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