Category: Articles
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How A Blind Person Creates 3D Models in CAD
Posted In ArticlesThe primary engineering challenge in developing many of my projects, most notably Leoht Version 2, has been component modelling in CAD (computer-aided design). While Leoht Version 1 relied on hand-fabricated templates remodelled into CAD, this workflow lacked the dimensional precision required for tighter tolerances and prevented direct design iteration.
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Lumberjack Pro Series Cast Iron Router Table Review
I’ve been in the market for a cast iron router table for some time but couldn’t find anything suitable. The most common model repackaged by several manufacturers mounted the router with a series of t slots and could not easily accommodate a router lift or a router with one inbuilt.
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Record Power DML24 Lathe Restoration
This is the original incarnation of the DML24 from Record Power. It’s a three-speed wood turning lathe made around 1997 and is about as basic as a lathe gets.
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Accurately Centre a Wood Lathe Faceplate
I recently began wood turning having acquired and restored a ‘90s vintage Record DML-24 lathe. One of my first projects was, rather ambitiously, a tulip bowl which presented my first real challenge.
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Woodworking Blind Part 3: Sawing
Posted In Woodworking BlindThis instalment of the Woodworking Blind series will cover tips and techniques for the safe and successful operation of saws. This is not a definitive guide to the use of every saw, as there are plenty of general tutorials freely available governing the use of every type of saw imaginable.
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Woodworking Blind Part 2: Measuring & Marking
Posted In Woodworking BlindIn the second instalment in the Woodworking Blind series, we will discuss measurement and marking. The age-old adage “measure twice, cut once” is especially applicable when you have no sight, and I would vehemently encourage you take this to heart from the get-go.
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Woodworking Blind Part 1: Safety First
Posted In Woodworking BlindThis series has been a long time coming. I’m often asked how I’m able to undertake projects like those here with no sight.
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24V Turntable Motor Phase Controller Circuit & PCB
A simple circuit to optimise the phase angle of an AC synchronous turntable motor, thereby reducing noise and vibration. Including PCB files.
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Talking Level Software Update 2.5
Software version 2.5 with a new library brings a significant speed increase and far better accuracy.
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Talking Level Software Update Version 2.0
A major update which adds EEPROM storage and fixes several bugs.
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Talking Spirit Level With Arduino, MPU6050 And The Talkie Library
A highly accurate talking spirit level constructed using the Arduino, MPU6050 and the Talkie text to speech library.
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Arduino Talking Scale Software Update Version 4.0
A major update refining the code and adding a new user interface
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Spalted Maple LPSH Semi-Hollow Guitar Build
a classic LP style arch top, complete with gold fittings and Spalted Maple veneer.
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Arduino Talking Scale Software Update Version 3.0
version 3 of the talking scale software for the 328-based Arduino and HX711 introduces some major bug fixes.
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Arduino talking Scale Software Update Version 2.0
Version two of the software adds a tare function and a better calibration routine.