Posted inEngineering R2Lego
Technic-of-the-Past, Memories That Last!
The title sounded poetic, so I hyphenated it. This post is all about the old Technic and how it changed the way I played with sets. In the 80s, I…
Posted in3D 3D Printing Design
Just a Fill-In…3D Scanning
There are times when the writing process is blocked by a lack of ideas. There are times that stop you writing due to tiredness. This is not either of those,…
Posted in3D 3D Printing
Building the Lock Cover
As the lock cover is now fitted, I just wanted to show you the an image of the model that I produced. I explained how I did it in a…
Posted inDesign Engineering
The Hyperloop Scoop
In 2012, Elon Musk hinted at the idea of a super fast rail system. This was named Hyperloop, and by 2013, it was a concept that was made public. Using…
Posted inEngineering Thoughts Tools
The Perplexity of Tools
Despite the need to use the word in the title, just because... I want to ask a perplexing question: Is it possible to be able to fix anything on your…
Posted in3D Printing Workshop
3D Print: Lock Cover
Upon adding an extra lock to the Workshop’s door, I decided that I must cover the hole to protect it from the rain. At first, I thought about using parts…
Posted inDesign Engineering Technology VR
CAD it be Better?
As a youngster, I worked hard to find new ideas and had an entire folder of inventions and designs. I would spend hours sketching them and even built a few…
Posted inDIY Engineering Hand Tools Mathematics Workshop
Measure Twice, Cut Once
Amongst the many wooden items that I have made, there is always one aspect of the process that is apparent, the minimalisation of waste. When measuring and cutting a piece,…
Posted inDIY Engineering
The Power of the External Outlet
In the grand scheme, there are many jobs that circulate in any household. Small repairs, a shelf fitting or a leaky tap fix can sit on the sidelines as we…
Posted inEngineering Science Thoughts Tools
Safety First, Second and Third
It's a glorious Bank Holiday in the UK, so I thought I'd write a quick post to talk about safety. The word can conjure up images of over-control and pandering,…