http://www.instructables.com Mon, 20 May 2013 12:30:31 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Intermittent-Motion-Geneva-Wheel-I-made-it-in-Te/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6X/09W8/HGU2L7KA/F6X09W8HGU2L7KA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6X/09W8/HGU2L7KA/F6X09W8HGU2L7KA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6X/09W8/HGU2L7KA/F6X09W8HGU2L7KA.SMALL.jpg John_TS_DTW Background:      Generva wheel is widely known mechanism to product intermittent motion.  Though the input from a motor at constant speed is continuous.  The motor driving the driver wheel will in turn rotate the driven wheel at intermittent motion.  The one we selected to make is a 4 to 1 ratio.   ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 19 May 2013 23:23:19 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Illustrator-Based-Custom-Laser-Cut-License-Plate-F/
Illustrator-Based Custom Laser-Cut License Plate Frame - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHM/5G90/HGU2OW2K/FHM5G90HGU2OW2K.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHM/5G90/HGU2OW2K/FHM5G90HGU2OW2K.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHM/5G90/HGU2OW2K/FHM5G90HGU2OW2K.SMALL.jpg MisterEarl I made it at Techshop! (http://techshop.ws) Custom License Plate Frame from Cast Acrylic using Adobe Illustrator and the Trotec Laser Cutter The license plate frame is a fairly simple project that can give you professional results by following some tips and will teach you some key aspects of Illus...
By: MisterEarl

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 18 May 2013 11:58:42 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/5mm-Piranha-LED-Installer-Push-Tool-I-made-it-in/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F86/TYEC/HGU2JH0B/F86TYECHGU2JH0B.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F86/TYEC/HGU2JH0B/F86TYECHGU2JH0B.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F86/TYEC/HGU2JH0B/F86TYECHGU2JH0B.SMALL.jpg John_TS_DTW Background:       The Piranha LED has very good heat dissipation ability due to its body mass.  When integrated to Solderless Breadboard, the metal rail beneath add additional heat dissipating ability.  One tiny problem is the difficulty to push the legs of the Piranha LEDs.  Could we make a tool t...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 14 May 2013 19:08:49 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Hack-An-Apple-Time-Capsule-With-A-Raspberry/
How To Hack An Apple Time Capsule With A Raspberry Pi - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUT/KA5Z/HGH71YH5/FUTKA5ZHGH71YH5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUT/KA5Z/HGH71YH5/FUTKA5ZHGH71YH5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUT/KA5Z/HGH71YH5/FUTKA5ZHGH71YH5.SMALL.jpg hitekmike Introducing the "Pi Capsule."  It's currently the only Apple Time Capsule you can plug into your TV...,does this make it an Apple TV?  ;-) Ok, ok, let's say you have an old Apple Time Capsule laying around that doesn't work anymore... (there's quite a few of these out there now as the first generat...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 11 May 2013 15:48:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Sign-for-Cottage-lit-by-the-sun/
Sign for Cottage - lit by the sun - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCB/OMS3/HGH71ES7/FCBOMS3HGH71ES7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCB/OMS3/HGH71ES7/FCBOMS3HGH71ES7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCB/OMS3/HGH71ES7/FCBOMS3HGH71ES7.SMALL.jpg sschondo I wanted to make a really cool unique sign for my cottage in Rondeau Park Ontario.  I made it from plywood and acrylic at the Tech Shop in Detroit using a laser cutter.   www.techshop.ws Design and Laser Cut the pieces I designed the sign in Corel Draw.  Then cut the front and back from 1/4 inch...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 10 May 2013 20:04:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Worlds-First-Acrylic-Pyramids-Were-Built-in-USA-/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ5/NP2E/HGH6PX4I/FJ5NP2EHGH6PX4I.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ5/NP2E/HGH6PX4I/FJ5NP2EHGH6PX4I.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ5/NP2E/HGH6PX4I/FJ5NP2EHGH6PX4I.SMALL.jpg John_TS_DTW Headline, Headline, Read all about it!          World's First Acrylic Pyramids Were Built in USA!  Made in TechShop USA. Background:          Why are most things cut on the Laser cutter are only 2D?  We make 3D objects by layering 2D laser cut objects.  The other popular 3D items are round bottle o...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 10 May 2013 19:02:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Laser-Cut-and-Etch-a-Xiangqi-Set-I-made-it-at-Te/
Laser Cut and Etch a Xiangqi Set - I made it at Techshop - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F94/O7RA/HFPTK1L5/F94O7RAHFPTK1L5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F94/O7RA/HFPTK1L5/F94O7RAHFPTK1L5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F94/O7RA/HFPTK1L5/F94O7RAHFPTK1L5.SMALL.jpg guybrush3pwud I made it at Techshop http://techshop.ws The Wikipedia entry for Xiangqi  has lots of good information about the game. It's sort of like Western Chess, but different. I spent some time in Vietnam earlier this year, saw a lot of this, and decided I had to learn how to play. Since returning I've be...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 9 May 2013 12:24:38 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Laser-etched-river-stones-perfect-for-Mothers-D/
Laser-etched river stones - perfect for Mothers' Day gifts! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2W/5IU2/HFPTIT9B/F2W5IU2HFPTIT9B.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2W/5IU2/HFPTIT9B/F2W5IU2HFPTIT9B.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2W/5IU2/HFPTIT9B/F2W5IU2HFPTIT9B.SMALL.jpg apexchaser In this instructable you'll learn how to use a laser etching/cutting machine to etch words and/or graphics onto the surface of smooth stones.  "River stones", which are rounded and smooth, and have a fairly flat surface, make the perfect material for this project. Once etched with your favorite ins...
By: apexchaser

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 8 May 2013 11:28:19 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Logic-Gates-the-AND/
Logic Gates: the AND - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYD/60ME/HFSH7ST1/FYD60MEHFSH7ST1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYD/60ME/HFSH7ST1/FYD60MEHFSH7ST1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYD/60ME/HFSH7ST1/FYD60MEHFSH7ST1.SMALL.jpg Cogtoys Logic gates are the building blocks of computers, and transistors have made logic gates cheap, light weight, and reliable.The transistors' three metal legs -- the collector, base, and emitter -- control the flow of electrons and determine whether the charge is high or low, and these zeros and ones m...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 7 May 2013 18:49:49 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/LED-Light-Pen-Adapter-Red-White-LED-I-made-in/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAU/2V22/HG85CRK8/FAU2V22HG85CRK8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAU/2V22/HG85CRK8/FAU2V22HG85CRK8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAU/2V22/HG85CRK8/FAU2V22HG85CRK8.SMALL.jpg John_TS_DTW Problem:           Many times, we wish we could continue to take notes during a presentation.  But when the lights are turned off during a slide projector presentation, our note taking get interrupted.  Solution:            Keep this pocket size adapter in your wallet or pocket for instant light.  ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 May 2013 18:13:16 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/I-made-it-at-Tech-Shop-School-Project-Mini-Socie/
I made it at Tech Shop - School Project Mini-Society - www.techshop.ws - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2A/3CG1/HFPTJWKF/F2A3CG1HFPTJWKF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2A/3CG1/HFPTJWKF/F2A3CG1HFPTJWKF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2A/3CG1/HFPTJWKF/F2A3CG1HFPTJWKF.SMALL.jpg techshopmember http://www.techshop.ws So my son had a project he needed to do for school.  He needed to manufacture a product to sell in a marketplace at his school.  We went to TechShop for 3 reasons: 1 - he loves TechShop 2 - his product needs to be desirable and sell well during the event and I figured not man...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 May 2013 15:55:35 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Planter-made-at-TechShop-Round-Rock/
Planter made at TechShop Round Rock - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRG/A7HR/HG85C888/FRGA7HRHG85C888.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRG/A7HR/HG85C888/FRGA7HRHG85C888.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRG/A7HR/HG85C888/FRGA7HRHG85C888.SMALL.jpg minnick89 I needed a planter for some lucky bamboo and I had an old white lacquered shelf and some old pine in my garage so went to TechShop and made this guy.  Things you will need: 1. Board or boards to use to make planter 2. Water proof glue ( I used tightbound) 3. Tape (to serve as a clamp) 4. Measuring t...
By: minnick89

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 3 May 2013 20:11:12 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/LED-Table-Lamp-Acrylic-Version-I-made-this-at-/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNS/NFDS/HG85C95U/FNSNFDSHG85C95U.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNS/NFDS/HG85C95U/FNSNFDSHG85C95U.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNS/NFDS/HG85C95U/FNSNFDSHG85C95U.SMALL.jpg John_TS_DTW Background:         The 3D Printed version of this LED Table Lamp.took a while to make.  The machine time also takes longer and the material cost is also higher.  The battery bracket need to be designed sturdier.            If we take a close look at this part, we could visualize it is primarily lay...
By: John_TS_DTW

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 3 May 2013 00:41:20 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Desk-Brackets/
Desk Brackets - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIG/KMVE/HFSHU7RI/FIGKMVEHFSHU7RI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIG/KMVE/HFSHU7RI/FIGKMVEHFSHU7RI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIG/KMVE/HFSHU7RI/FIGKMVEHFSHU7RI.SMALL.jpg jtinst Those of your familiar with my previous instructables will remember my sit to stand desk.  It's functional, but looks a bit cobbled together and doesn't have the range of motion I'd like.  So, I figured it's time to build a better one.  I got a lead on some Linak DL11 legs, but no mounting hardware....
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 2 May 2013 15:48:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Wooden-Mallet-Made-at-TechShop/
Wooden Mallet Made. I made it at TechShop - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZN/PXVT/HFWSUA1S/FZNPXVTHFWSUA1S.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZN/PXVT/HFWSUA1S/FZNPXVTHFWSUA1S.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZN/PXVT/HFWSUA1S/FZNPXVTHFWSUA1S.SMALL.jpg jshroyer Shopping list: -3/4" thick 6" wide by 18" long wood (I chose Maple) -BB's, Lead weights, Dust from bench grinder, Steel bar stock, or any thing else that is dense and can fit in the mallet. (I went with BB's because you can buy a lot really easily) -Wood glue (I went with titebond III because its my...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 2 May 2013 05:19:28 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-durable-plywood-coffee-table-on-the-ShopBo/
Make a durable, plywood coffee table on the ShopBot, quick, easy, and cheap - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBS/YYZL/HFSHFP5F/FBSYYZLHFSHFP5F.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBS/YYZL/HFSHFP5F/FBSYYZLHFSHFP5F.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBS/YYZL/HFSHFP5F/FBSYYZLHFSHFP5F.SMALL.jpg olliepgh My wife and I just recently moved from San Diego to Pittsburgh. We donated a lot of our furniture back in California so we wouldn't have to schlep it 3,000 miles. This left us quite coffee table-less for the past few months. No longer! I made this sturdy plywood coffee table on the CNC router table ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 30 Apr 2013 12:55:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Excellent-Gift-Idea-Customizing-a-Tool-Handle-wi/
Excellent Gift Idea - Customizing a Tool Handle with a Laser at Tech Shop - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAV/MFLK/HFPTIR5O/FAVMFLKHFPTIR5O.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAV/MFLK/HFPTIR5O/FAVMFLKHFPTIR5O.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAV/MFLK/HFPTIR5O/FAVMFLKHFPTIR5O.SMALL.jpg apexchaser Learn how to very quickly and easily customize a tool handle using a Laser Etching machine.  I made it at Tech Shop! Makes an excellent gift for that person who has everything, or elegantly customize your own tools so they won't disappear. In this Instructable, you will learn how to set up and etc...
By: apexchaser

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 30 Apr 2013 11:08:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Lets-learn-to-learn-how-to-make-Chinese-Chess-Set/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH3/YJQB/HFSHTP5Q/FH3YJQBHFSHTP5Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH3/YJQB/HFSHTP5Q/FH3YJQBHFSHTP5Q.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH3/YJQB/HFSHTP5Q/FH3YJQBHFSHTP5Q.SMALL.jpg John_TS_DTW Goal:     To replicate the Chess Set project to create Chinese Chest Set.     To illustrate how easy it is to replicate a process and make different products at TechShop Procedure:     Grab images online for the Chess pieces and Chess Board.     Use MS Paint to make each unique piece squares and sa...
By: John_TS_DTW

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 29 Apr 2013 19:42:57 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Vine-filework-for-knives/
Vine filework for knives - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTM/MK7K/HFPTIB10/FTMMK7KHFPTIB10.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTM/MK7K/HFPTIB10/FTMMK7KHFPTIB10.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTM/MK7K/HFPTIB10/FTMMK7KHFPTIB10.SMALL.jpg atomiccelt This instructable will focus on adding a simple decorative filework design on the spine of a knifeblade. Filework, for those of you who don't know, can be meant either as primarily aesthetic rather than functional or vice versa. In this case, we will be focusing primarily on improving the aesthetics...
By: atomiccelt

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 28 Apr 2013 20:08:09 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-teddy-bear-I-made-it-at-TechShop/
How to make a teddy bear - I made it at TechShop - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5T/1EH1/HFPTI805/F5T1EH1HFPTI805.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5T/1EH1/HFPTI805/F5T1EH1HFPTI805.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5T/1EH1/HFPTI805/F5T1EH1HFPTI805.SMALL.jpg techshopmember http://www.techshop.ws Step 1 take the sewing class Cut a teddy bear pattern Sew the little guy up.... Stuff you bear. Make your bear a hat - your bear needs a hat. 
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 28 Apr 2013 15:25:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-mud-flap-girl-I-made-it-at-TechSho/
How to make a mud flap girl - I made it at TechShop www.techshop.ws - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTB/YX4C/HFWSTJ6Q/FTBYX4CHFWSTJ6Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTB/YX4C/HFWSTJ6Q/FTBYX4CHFWSTJ6Q.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTB/YX4C/HFWSTJ6Q/FTBYX4CHFWSTJ6Q.SMALL.jpg techshopmember http://www,techshop.ws I have seen these mud flap girls all over the place and really wanted to make my own.  Now that I am a TechShop member it was the first thing I wanted to do.  I took the laser cutter / engraver class last night and with a little help from another guy who was working on a proj...
By: techshopmember

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 27 Apr 2013 13:32:41 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Humane-Mouse-Trap-I-made-this-at-TechShop/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXW/AWL6/HFPTI389/FXWAWL6HFPTI389.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXW/AWL6/HFPTI389/FXWAWL6HFPTI389.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXW/AWL6/HFPTI389/FXWAWL6HFPTI389.SMALL.jpg John_TS_DTW Background:          Some will ask "Another mouse trap invention?!  Don't we have enough of this?"   The difference of this mouse trap is that it is a humane mouse trap.  It simply capture the mouse. Goal:        * To demonstrate how to make concept idea become reality.        * To demonstrate easy...
By: John_TS_DTW

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 24 Apr 2013 05:21:20 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Lucky-Pebbles/
Lucky Pebbles - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3U/10IJ/HFSHEHY0/F3U10IJHFSHEHY0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3U/10IJ/HFSHEHY0/F3U10IJHFSHEHY0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3U/10IJ/HFSHEHY0/F3U10IJHFSHEHY0.SMALL.jpg egp Etch words on stones to carry in your pocket or give to a friend.  This is another quick and easy project to make on a laser cutter. (I just joined TechShop, and I now have access to all kinds of wonderful equipment, so this is one in a series of "I made it at TechShop" Instructables.) This project...
By: egp

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 23 Apr 2013 20:31:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Learn-with-me-as-I-Make-Wooden-Chess-Set-at-TechSh/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWL/XQ0Y/HFSH4SQR/FWLXQ0YHFSH4SQR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWL/XQ0Y/HFSH4SQR/FWLXQ0YHFSH4SQR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWL/XQ0Y/HFSH4SQR/FWLXQ0YHFSH4SQR.SMALL.jpg John_TS_DTW Goal:  To learn how to make Inexpensive Chess Pieces and Chess Board. Software & Hardware:  Google Image Search, Corel Draw and Epilog Laser Cutter and Edger. Special Note:  The wood to make the chess pieces were made from leftover scrap woods. Google Search "Images Chess" Get the images that yo...
By: John_TS_DTW

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 22 Apr 2013 00:50:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Wire-wrapping-tools-made-inexpensive-I-made-it-at/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHK/P6LR/HFPTGFMW/FHKP6LRHFPTGFMW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHK/P6LR/HFPTGFMW/FHKP6LRHFPTGFMW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHK/P6LR/HFPTGFMW/FHKP6LRHFPTGFMW.SMALL.jpg John_TS_DTW Goals:     To make wire wrapping tools more affordable for hobbyists.       To demonstrate how easy ideas could be made into reality at TechShop. Background:        What is wire wrapping?  It is a way to make connection without using solder.  Work & Design Description:         I imported The Hex ...
By: John_TS_DTW

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 20 Apr 2013 09:52:40 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Mini-Table-Lamp-Kit-I-made-in-TechShop/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHR/Q8Z4/HFPTMU1Z/FHRQ8Z4HFPTMU1Z.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHR/Q8Z4/HFPTMU1Z/FHRQ8Z4HFPTMU1Z.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHR/Q8Z4/HFPTMU1Z/FHRQ8Z4HFPTMU1Z.SMALL.jpg John_TS_DTW Goals:       To make a mini portable LED table lamp kit.      To design Plug and Play device.  User just plug in 6 LEDs and 6 batteries.      To learn how to use Autodesk Inventor Professional and Maker Bot - Replicator 2      To have fun working and learning at the TechShop. Procedure:   * Create ...
By: John_TS_DTW

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 18 Apr 2013 18:23:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Build-a-Corner-Shelf-for-you-Bathroom-at-Te/
How to Build a Corner Shelf for you Bathroom at TechShop - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB3/TT1T/HFD180CX/FB3TT1THFD180CX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB3/TT1T/HFD180CX/FB3TT1THFD180CX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB3/TT1T/HFD180CX/FB3TT1THFD180CX.SMALL.jpg cantubps My sister-in-laws bathroom countertop was getting a little crowded and mentioned to my wife that she wanted to buy a corner shelf.  My wife then proceeded to tell her that I could build one for her one.  So yup, you guessed it.  I built one at Tech Shop http://techshop.ws. Gather Tools and Cut Ma...
By: cantubps

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 17 Apr 2013 08:44:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Screw-Driver-Project-I-made-this-in-TechShop/
Screw Driver Project. I made this in TechShop - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBU/KCB5/HFD186RV/FBUKCB5HFD186RV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBU/KCB5/HFD186RV/FBUKCB5HFD186RV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBU/KCB5/HFD186RV/FBUKCB5HFD186RV.SMALL.jpg John_TS_DTW Goal: To learn how to create a screw driver with interchangeable bits at TechShop. I am creating this instructable project as I go.  At TechShop, we could use all levels of AutoDesk Product Suite.  I will be using AutoDesk Inventor Professional 2013.   I would print my prototype using Maker Bot R...
By: John_TS_DTW

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 17 Apr 2013 07:21:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Made-it-at-TechShop-PGH-Upcycled-Ikea-Clock/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGL/BAWU/HFD1DQQQ/FGLBAWUHFD1DQQQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGL/BAWU/HFD1DQQQ/FGLBAWUHFD1DQQQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGL/BAWU/HFD1DQQQ/FGLBAWUHFD1DQQQ.SMALL.jpg andyleer I found a $.99 clock at Ikea called the Vakis. It's a nice little clock with a simple face, very plain looking. I thought it would be great to add a wooden veneer to it to class it up a little. I made this at TechShop PGH on a Trotec Speedy 300 Laser with Corel Draw. 
By: andyleer

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 14 Apr 2013 16:53:53 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Tig-Rod-Feeder-Bin-Wall-Challenge/
Tig Rod Feeder (Bin Wall Challenge) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOO/7BU1/HFD1DGVP/FOO7BU1HFD1DGVP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOO/7BU1/HFD1DGVP/FOO7BU1HFD1DGVP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOO/7BU1/HFD1DGVP/FOO7BU1HFD1DGVP.SMALL.jpg jtinst I've been learning to TIG weld and one of the tricky parts to master is feeding the filler rod with my non-dominant hand.  It's been a while since I've done the challenge, so I thought I'd see what I could rustle up in way of an automatic rod feeder using just components from the TechShop bin wall. ...
By: jtinst

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 14 Apr 2013 13:14:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-insulate-below-your-floor/
How to insulate below your floor - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCS/6WAA/HFD1DM7E/FCS6WAAHFD1DM7E.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCS/6WAA/HFD1DM7E/FCS6WAAHFD1DM7E.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCS/6WAA/HFD1DM7E/FCS6WAAHFD1DM7E.SMALL.jpg techshopmember How to insulate below a floor over a porch.  I made it at TechShop. http://www.techshop.ws/ http://www.techshop.ws/ http://www.techshop.ws/ Cut Foam at Tech Shop and build a box http://www.techshop.ws/ Fill box and cut wood at tech shop to frame out for your new subfloor http://www.tec...
By: techshopmember

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 14 Apr 2013 08:35:49 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-replace-your-fireplace/
How to replace your fireplace - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPF/6G30/HFD1DLX3/FPF6G30HFD1DLX3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPF/6G30/HFD1DLX3/FPF6G30HFD1DLX3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPF/6G30/HFD1DLX3/FPF6G30HFD1DLX3.SMALL.jpg techshopmember How to replace your fireplace.  I made it at TechShop. http://www.techshop.ws/ Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step 7
By: techshopmember

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 14 Apr 2013 07:39:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Desk-46/
How to Make a Desk - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNC/2R1H/HFD1DLIL/FNC2R1HHFD1DLIL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNC/2R1H/HFD1DLIL/FNC2R1HHFD1DLIL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNC/2R1H/HFD1DLIL/FNC2R1HHFD1DLIL.SMALL.jpg techshopmember This video shows how to make a desk.  I made it at TechShop.  Visit www.techshop.ws http://www.techshop.ws/ http://www.techshop.ws/ First Phase Second Phase 3rd Phase 4th Phase 5th Phase 6th Phase 7th Phase Eight Phase 9th Phase
By: techshopmember

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 14 Apr 2013 07:19:00 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Fishbowl-Pendant-a-first-laser-cutting-project/
Fishbowl Pendant - a first laser-cutting project - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGG/8452/HFD1166R/FGG8452HFD1166R.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGG/8452/HFD1166R/FGG8452HFD1166R.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGG/8452/HFD1166R/FGG8452HFD1166R.SMALL.jpg egp This is a quick and easy project to make on a laser cutter. (I just joined TechShop, and I now have access to all kinds of wonderful equipment, so this is probably the first in a series of "I made it at TechShop" Instructables.) This project assumes that you have already  had some training on safety...
By: egp

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 11 Apr 2013 19:18:58 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/TechShopMP-Repairing-a-car-remote/
@TechShopMP: Repairing a car remote - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX3/BZV9/HFBK72WN/FX3BZV9HFBK72WN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX3/BZV9/HFBK72WN/FX3BZV9HFBK72WN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX3/BZV9/HFBK72WN/FX3BZV9HFBK72WN.SMALL.jpg TSTricky Recently my car remote has been working intermittently. I finally got frustrated enough with it to fix it. Open the remote Car remotes are pretty simple devices but there are several components that can need replacing; The case, the buttons, the battery, and the board. To open the remote just re...
By: TSTricky

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 10 Apr 2013 10:05:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Quick-Electric-Sit-to-Stand-Desk/
Quick Electric Sit-to-Stand Desk - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQX/SUOJ/HF23XKDH/FQXSUOJHF23XKDH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQX/SUOJ/HF23XKDH/FQXSUOJHF23XKDH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQX/SUOJ/HF23XKDH/FQXSUOJHF23XKDH.SMALL.jpg jtinst Sitting at a desk all day can lead to poor posture, health problems, and back pain.  Unfortunately, electric sitting/standing desks are expensive.  So, I decided to build my own! Mounting Plates With four linear actuators from eBay, I started by sketching the layout in Autodesk Inventor, found so...
By: jtinst

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 9 Apr 2013 00:30:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Understanding-Epilog-Laser-Cutting-and-Etching-Les-1/
Understanding Epilog Laser Cutting and Etching Lesson 2: Understanding the Computer Print Options - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2V/XZ91/HF23WC7I/F2VXZ91HF23WC7I.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2V/XZ91/HF23WC7I/F2VXZ91HF23WC7I.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2V/XZ91/HF23WC7I/F2VXZ91HF23WC7I.SMALL.jpg OceanusEva Understanding Epilog C02 Laser Cutting and Etching Lesson 2: Understanding the Computer Print Options Step 1: Introduction About TechShop Link to Previous Instructable Brief Summary Step 2: Printing Options Going over the Print Options What Options to Choose Understandi...
By: OceanusEva

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Understanding Epilog Laser Cutting and Etching Lesson 1: Understanding the Machine - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F60/Z7SV/HF23WBQN/F60Z7SVHF23WBQN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F60/Z7SV/HF23WBQN/F60Z7SVHF23WBQN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F60/Z7SV/HF23WBQN/F60Z7SVHF23WBQN.SMALL.jpg OceanusEva Understanding Epilog C02 Laser Cutting and Etching Lesson 1: Understanding the Machine Step 1: Introduction About TechShop History Laser Cutting Laser Cutting Uses Safety Materials Needed Step 2: How Machine Works Parts and There Functions Definitions Software St...
By: OceanusEva

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 3 Apr 2013 14:17:38 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/TechShopMP-Adobe-Illustrator-to-Autodesk-Inventor/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLT/V1IP/HET1F5TM/FLTV1IPHET1F5TM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLT/V1IP/HET1F5TM/FLTV1IPHET1F5TM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLT/V1IP/HET1F5TM/FLTV1IPHET1F5TM.SMALL.jpg TSTricky Recently I've run into some files that I wanted to get from Adobe Illustrator and Corel Draw into Autodesk Inventor. I exported DXF and DWG files but wasn't successful. To get around this I imported the DXF into VCarve Pro and then exported as a new DXF. That new DXF was able to open in Inventor.
By: TSTricky

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 29 Mar 2013 11:58:40 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/TechShopMP-thin-walls-for-Makerbot-3D-Printing/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F81/L91P/HET1F5P0/F81L91PHET1F5P0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F81/L91P/HET1F5P0/F81L91PHET1F5P0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F81/L91P/HET1F5P0/F81L91PHET1F5P0.SMALL.jpg TSTricky People often ask about getting thin walls when they use the 3D printer. It is sometimes desirable to make a wall that is one shell or wall with no infil. I really like this effect with PLA printing because of PLA's translucence.  When you design your part make your wall 0.020" thick (or about 0.5mm...
By: TSTricky

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 29 Mar 2013 11:41:53 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Spline-Jig-to-Help-Make-Your-Frames-/
How to Make a Spline Jig to Help Make Your Frames Beautiful at TechShop - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI6/5WFA/HELX73L3/FI65WFAHELX73L3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI6/5WFA/HELX73L3/FI65WFAHELX73L3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI6/5WFA/HELX73L3/FI65WFAHELX73L3.SMALL.jpg cantubps I wanted to show my son how proud I was of his recent karate accomplishments.  So I thought making a shadow box to display his achievement was one way to do it.  What better to make a shadow box stand out and give it durability, but to add splines to the joinery. You could just relay on glue to kee...
By: cantubps

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 28 Mar 2013 13:29:47 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Clutch-Cable-Lubing/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4L/ONA4/HERM6RV8/F4LONA4HERM6RV8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4L/ONA4/HERM6RV8/F4LONA4HERM6RV8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4L/ONA4/HERM6RV8/F4LONA4HERM6RV8.SMALL.jpg jumb5150 Today we are going to do a simple instructable here at Techshop. We are going to lube our clutch cable.This is an important part of your maintenance schedule when owning a bike.  I advise everyone to pick up a cable lube tool from any motorcycle store. They will cost you about $12 1. Put motorcyc...
By: jumb5150

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 27 Mar 2013 10:51:35 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Make-Laser-Cut-Business-Cards-with-Wood/
How To Make Laser Cut Business Cards with Wood - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ7/08H2/HELXKYZX/FZ708H2HELXKYZX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ7/08H2/HELXKYZX/FZ708H2HELXKYZX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ7/08H2/HELXKYZX/FZ708H2HELXKYZX.SMALL.jpg hitekmike Introduction:  Laser Cut business cards can create be quite impressive with even simple designs.  I usually cut these cards for my best clients so that they are less inclined to throw them out and even display them more prominently on their desks (and are even more inclined to call me back!) Curren...
By: hitekmike

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 25 Mar 2013 10:46:15 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Profiling-a-knife-shape-from-concept-to-execution/
Profiling a knife shape, from concept to execution. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAC/J3W0/HELX721K/FACJ3W0HELX721K.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAC/J3W0/HELX721K/FACJ3W0HELX721K.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAC/J3W0/HELX721K/FACJ3W0HELX721K.SMALL.jpg atomiccelt As a knifemaker, whether you're a first-timer or a veteran, one of the most basic skills you need to develop is blade profiling. Essentially, that amounts to developing the basic blade shape that will eventually become your finished knife.  There are two general approaches to making a knife. On the...
By: atomiccelt

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 25 Mar 2013 07:57:38 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Perfect-Screw-Alignment-for-Screw-Mounted-Equipmen/
Perfect Screw Alignment for Screw Mounted Equipment - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG5/5WW6/HELX6MFU/FG55WW6HELX6MFU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG5/5WW6/HELX6MFU/FG55WW6HELX6MFU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG5/5WW6/HELX6MFU/FG55WW6HELX6MFU.SMALL.jpg TechShopJim Have you ever tried to mount a router, hub, power strip, or other piece of equipment to the wall or other surface, and found it difficult to align the screws so they fit into the equipment? It seems like no matter how carefully you measure, the screws are always out of alignment, and the piece of e...
By: TechShopJim

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 23 Mar 2013 17:46:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Techshop-built-Cabinet-Walnut-Maple-Mahogany-C/
Techshop built Cabinet (Walnut, Maple, Mahogany, Cherry) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F44/WRTS/HEI4FNYZ/F44WRTSHEI4FNYZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F44/WRTS/HEI4FNYZ/F44WRTSHEI4FNYZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F44/WRTS/HEI4FNYZ/F44WRTSHEI4FNYZ.SMALL.jpg kjbills I LOVE THE TECHSHOP!!!  Being a woodworker, I have access to everything I need to build whatever I need to.  I was asked to build a low cabinet for a friend, and he drew out the plans...I was excited to get going on such a beautiful piece.  Planing and joining and gluing. FIRST, I chose the w...
By: kjbills

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 21 Mar 2013 22:04:48 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Reclaimed-6-drawer-Dresser-TECHSHOP-BUILT/
Reclaimed 6 drawer Dresser (TECHSHOP BUILT)!! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV5/SJOK/HEI4FNK5/FV5SJOKHEI4FNK5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV5/SJOK/HEI4FNK5/FV5SJOKHEI4FNK5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV5/SJOK/HEI4FNK5/FV5SJOKHEI4FNK5.SMALL.jpg kjbills I was asked by a friend to make her a dresser...the only thing that she mentioned is that she wanted it to look old. Old is not that easy for a novice like me, but I said yes, and she gave me a idea of what she was looking for, and I got started. GOOD THING I HAVE A TECH SHOP MEMBERSHIP!!!! ...
By: kjbills

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 21 Mar 2013 21:30:59 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Draisienne-and-Sled-hack-of-IKEAs-frosta-sto/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1O/WBVZ/HE7CSIBS/F1OWBVZHE7CSIBS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1O/WBVZ/HE7CSIBS/F1OWBVZHE7CSIBS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1O/WBVZ/HE7CSIBS/F1OWBVZHE7CSIBS.SMALL.jpg le FabShop In november 2012, Core77 made an article on their blog about one of my projects, a collection of 3D printed lampshades made to repair IKEA lamps. At the end of the page, the writer (Ray) made a suggestion : "Where Andreas Bhend's recently-seen IKEA hacks included instructions à la the Swedish furni...
By: le FabShop

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 19 Mar 2013 06:06:23 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Making-a-set-of-Third-Hands-welding-fixtures/
Making a set of Third Hands: welding fixtures! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYH/QZNR/HEBN81MS/FYHQZNRHEBN81MS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYH/QZNR/HEBN81MS/FYHQZNRHEBN81MS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYH/QZNR/HEBN81MS/FYHQZNRHEBN81MS.SMALL.jpg TSSJ-ryan Welding is fun! But sometimes you just need a few helping hands to hold your work while you weld. This Instructable goes over how I made my third hands: welding fixtures. Thanks goes out to schip666's Instructable http://www.instructables.com/id/Third%2c-fourth%2c-and-possibly-fifth%2c-hand/ for giv...
By: TSSJ-ryan

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 18 Mar 2013 14:48:00 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Laser-personalized-leather-notebook-1/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHI/68GK/HBHGJ0ZU/FHI68GKHBHGJ0ZU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHI/68GK/HBHGJ0ZU/FHI68GKHBHGJ0ZU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHI/68GK/HBHGJ0ZU/FHI68GKHBHGJ0ZU.SMALL.jpg narced133 I made these coasters as a Christmas gift last year at the TechShop in San Francisco. You will need: * Access to a laser cutter * Leather notebook.  I used a Rustic River Discovery. * Painters tape * Blank newsprint or butcher paper You'll need to design your monogram using vector graphics softwar...
By: narced133

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