Posted inHealth
Losing the Stodge
In the past, I have recorded weight loss. Sometimes it was successeful, other times, not so much. One time, in particular, I began a Blog about it and wanted to…
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,…
Posted inAccessories Engineering Workshop
Bench-A-Go-Go
The final workbench is now ready to be installed into the Workshop. I have all three painted up and in use. For £50, these were a bargain. Check out my…
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Installing a Television Reflector (Satellite Dish)
Having lived in my house for more than three years, I felt it was time to get some live TV. The signal here is poor and even with a booster,…
Posted inTechnology Thoughts
The Emergence of Information
When the Internet was first sprawled out before us, it was a nerd's playground. I was one of them, surfing the ultra-slow net with a 14.4 modem. The cost of…
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 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 inFind Mathematics
Find: The Breton Plotter
Also known as a Portland Course Plotter, this was an amazing find at £2.50. Captain Gueret's invention has been on the market for fifty-five years, now, and it still useful…