Posted inEngineering Technology
Bring Back the Sand
I was made aware of an interesting article, recently. As Louisiana's coast erodes away, there is an innovative attempt at saving it. This option is about turning glass into sand…
Posted inR2-Review
Set Review – 71472 Izzie’s Narwhal HAB
I have become quite taken by the Dreamzzz sets since they were first released. I have a few to build for future reviews, but this one was a small set…
Posted inEngineering Thoughts
Protect the Shed People
As we progress, we are always threatened by big business muscling in on our ideas. How can a small-time inventor compete with everything that happens with huge investments and quick…
Posted inThoughts
AI’s Promise
I have been reading an article about how AI and robotics are being integrated into modern manufacturing in 2024. The key aspects talk about quick installation and accessibility being the…
Posted inRefurbishments
The Tack Room Refurb – Hours 8-13
Another day of building was here and I made my way over to the stables. Between 10am and 3pm, I carried on the endeavour of pigeon-holing the boot shelves. This…
Posted inR2-Review
Set Review – 60402 Monster Truck
I had been looking at this set for a week or so, when I decided to take the plunge. At £12.99, it is at an average price for this type…
Find: 31031 3in1 Rainforest Animals
Along with a Classic box, there was this additional kit inside it. The Rainforest Animals was released in 2015 and has been retired for the last few years. The find…
Posted inHand Tools Vyvyan
New Tool: Separator Tool
With Vyvyan in need of a brake service, I have needed to add to my tool stock. I need to grease up the calipers as the damp has made them…
Find: 41333 Olivia’s Mission Vehicle
This was a nice find, today. My usual haunt had a few Lego sets in, so I thought I'd grab this one along with an old Classic box. Although the…
Posted inFind Gaming Technology
Find: Nintendo Labo Kit – Toy Con 02
I remember when Nintendo first introduced the Labo idea to the Switch. It looked strange, but offered an interesting way to mix the physical world with the digital realm. The…