Hey Jude

Really loved this project. So many skills under a great idea. Thanks for sharing, and also citing your inspirations/sources. Props.

Wait - wot??How do you come by surgical tools like this?(I looked on eBay - and no - this is not 'typical).Any help? Cool project.

I was not ready for this - lol!!!!Just great. Thanks for posting this xD

Woo-hoo! Great wins all round! Hope you have fun with your prize too ;o)

Haha! Small World, huh!Glad it was so useful - and very cool that you certainly took this Next Level!Not sure where you live, but DM me, and if you're not into the DIY thing I'm sure I can post you a Rabbet Tool - you'd clearly put it to excellent use!

This is really great - and a nice UI/UX with the joystick and 'press' functionality. Really great Design! Hope you win!

I gotta say, your reply gave me a good laugh! I totally get the 'helicopter parenting', but speaking as an Chartered Engineer, you kinda have an equivalent of a 'Hippocratic Oath' to always assume the most safe perspective in anything you do... So hence the warning. What I do at home is my call, but this is public. That said, you will notice a pattern that I personally expose my kid (4yrs) to a lot of tools - but it's also like a 'circus' - in that I've dialled-up the risk assessment over many years, so [touch wood] he's well trained not to do risky stuff, but yes, I agree personally some lessons are learn through cuts and bruises...that's life. I think you'll enjoy this video: As for the Glass vs Plastic mirror - my son actually 'fed' the DinoScope a plastic toy. Had this been metal, it …

I gotta say, your reply gave me a good laugh! I totally get the 'helicopter parenting', but speaking as an Chartered Engineer, you kinda have an equivalent of a 'Hippocratic Oath' to always assume the most safe perspective in anything you do... So hence the warning. What I do at home is my call, but this is public. That said, you will notice a pattern that I personally expose my kid (4yrs) to a lot of tools - but it's also like a 'circus' - in that I've dialled-up the risk assessment over many years, so [touch wood] he's well trained not to do risky stuff, but yes, I agree personally some lessons are learn through cuts and bruises...that's life. I think you'll enjoy this video: As for the Glass vs Plastic mirror - my son actually 'fed' the DinoScope a plastic toy. Had this been metal, it would have shattered the glass mirror for sure, so in some ways this is why I 'assume the worst'. Having worked in the toy industry for some years, most people are not like Instructables community members (kids or parents)! But thanks again for the kind feedback - and it's good for people to read your (and my) comments and make an informed choice themselves. Happy Modelling!!

Haha - thanks!

Thanks! Especially pleased with the googly eyes - what things are not improved by them!?!

Thanks for the note - very cool to hear you're trying it out. Do share any photos!And perhaps drop a hello on Twitter @Jude_Pullen

How's it going? Give me a shout if anything is unclear... =)

How's it going? Let me know how you get on! =) Happy to help.

OMG - This is soooooooo Death Star chic! It looks like you are also connecting this via 3.5mm audio cable....but actually Paul (comment below) seems to have realised that RasPi OS has been updated and the BlueTooth Audio is now fixed! Wooo! So I'm yet to do this and update the Instructable Guide (Xmas fun!), but FYI in case you want to have a go. Also - will DM you in case you fancy a chat? Finally, would you kindly upload a video of it working and saying a few words on how the build went (warts and all!). Thx if you're happy to. (See Paul's and Randman80's)

I must confess that I am not a coder at all. I actually fear it, and was lucky that Don Robson was able to do 'the clever bit'. BUT - the guide is simple enough that I was able to get it going. It of course helps to have understanding of what is going on, but the steps are granular enough that one can do it without any code skills (like me!). That said, it's not impossible that you know a coder in your circles, who might help you if you get stuck...there seem to be many helpful folks around these days! =)

Wowwww! So I have a week delay on my Instructables Inbox it seems - just got your message! This is so great to see, and looks like you nailed it with the wiring of the PCB also. Impressive! Congratulations. Do please share your you BT the Audio, that totally foxed me, and we can try and incorporate it on GitHub (if you'd want to submit it there? Sounds like you know what you're doing!).

So cool to see you both made this! Really impressive =)Will DM you in case you want to catch a zoom, and share notes/stories...

This is totally awesome - not only am I stoked that you made it so well, but also thanks for the 'troubleshooting' and feedback on the build. This is beyond helpful! If you fancy uploading a video of you using it, that would be great. I'll DM you - ad it's be cool to also catch up...

Hmm - this is a real mixed bag of wins and weirdness here. Sorry it's a tricky little beats sometimes. I'll certainly pass it along to Don who worked on the code for this, but I also saw from updates you may(?) have made some comments on GitHub and Pete was also taking a look at this. Anyhow. As for the LCD Screen and the I2C - that's a new one to me, as the PCB usually labels the header pins, so it's unlikely you have it wrong. Welcome to upload a picture of front and back and I have have a look here.Sounds like you're getting close tho! - Keep the faith, I assure you others have done this, so it is possible =)Best wishes, Jude.

Just an FYI - the GitHub has been updated - now with more stations in Japan - as the RG is ‘on tour’!!

It's not cheap no, kinda like buying a HiFi! I guess as a product it's expensive, but as a 101 course in a project, I hope it's 'justifiable' - haha. I guess we'll see, huh ;o)Thanks for having the hustle to have a go. Props!

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Howdy - I've added some updated files above.Let me know how you get on with the Prusa 3 =D

Hey! You beat me to it - I just did a quick CAD mod, and created a connection socket for you. It still allows the lower part to be printed without support, but the other (upper) part may need it for the 'pin'.Let me know if this works =)

Are you sure you can't rotate it? I have a Ender 3, and rotated the part in CURA to fit, as it would not fit 'square on', but did just fine at 30degrees. From a google, you have 250mm largest dimension, so that should do it.Drop me a screenshot if not sure...

Awesome news. Wi'll try and think on why this is funny with Pi3B. Do share a video again if you have time. Or even tweet @Jude_Pullen and @Instructables !

So the 'inks' are in fact 'fruit sauce', so they do likely contain sugars, which a bug might find appealing. That said, when they dry they are so dehydrated that it's not particularly palatable for an ant, is my guess. Also, adding Clove will likely be a deterrent, as most spices are bug-repellant by design. If in doubt you can spray with a fixative which will likely mask any scent / block access. Good question though. I'd say don't use if for The Book of Kells type stuff, but art projects should be fine ;o)

Oh - and what country are you in?

Thanks so much for the vote of confidence! I've really tried to raise the bar for my work on this guide. It's not for the faint-hearted, but I think it has all the info you need. But I need people like you to be honest if it is lacking in a given part. So please be candid if something does not make sense. That said, there is a learning curve for the RaspBerry Pi stuff, but hopefully the instal.sh package tried to remove as much effort as possible.

Thanks! I agree there truly is a ‘rainbow’ of natural inks out there- but purple seems a great starter colour to perfect the process and avoid any fancy chemicals and all listed are edible (so don’t need a ‘special’ saucepan). I’ve certainly got the bug for it now and start eyeing up all sorts of things now and wondering what they will yield.

Thanks =DProcess (Daily Vlog): https://www.rs-online.com/designspark/judes-radioglobe-vlogInterview/Q&A here: https://www.rs-online.com/designspark/radioglobe-qa-with-jude-pullenHope it's useful!I do other stuff at judepullen.com FYI.

Hehe - I have no objections to anyone wanting to 'bid' to build you one via DM. It's around $150 in components. And whatever someone deems fair to 3D print parts. And the consideration of their time (I'd say it'd take most 'maker' people a weekend to build). It helps that Randman80 has made one too I guess. ;o)

Hi Chuck, Realised I replied to wrong thread. Suggestion above.

Hi Chuck,Edited some of the steps for 5 and 6 - It is case sensitive.Do have another go and hopefully it will work better.Thanks! =)

Hi Chuck,Edited some of the steps for 5 and 6 - It is case sensitive.Do have another go and hopefully it will work better.Thanks! =

Hi Chuck,Edited some of the steps for 5 and 6 - It is case sensitive.Do have another go and hopefully it will work better.Thanks! =)

Hi Chuck,Sorry many threads here! Miss this. Check with the folks of the Code.They suggest running through that debug list again, and also they took a second look at the Repo and all seems well. Can you share the output again once you get it. I believe this is the way:"send output from journal: journalctl -u radioglobe > log"Also - can you confirm the Model of RaspPi?Thanks! Nearly there =)

Hey!Back again with some more Guru advice...let me know how this works out for you?Steps to debug RadioGlobe startupRadioGlobe uses a systemd unit (services/radioglobe.service) to start the main Python3 application (main.py). The install script should copy the unit file to /etc/systmd/system and enable it, so that is starts automatically on boot. The unit expects to find main.py in /home/pi/work/RadioGlobe. It also expects to find the stations data in /home/pi/work/RadioGlobe/stations.json otherwise it will not startup.Note: These steps assume that the RPi OS is recent Raspberrypi OS (Buster)Debugging1. Check the unit file exists:/etc/systemd/system/radioglobe.service2. Check that main.py exists:/home/pi/work/RadioGlobe/main.pyIf RadioGlobe files are installed in another directory, change…

Hey!Back again with some more Guru advice...let me know how this works out for you?Steps to debug RadioGlobe startupRadioGlobe uses a systemd unit (services/radioglobe.service) to start the main Python3 application (main.py). The install script should copy the unit file to /etc/systmd/system and enable it, so that is starts automatically on boot. The unit expects to find main.py in /home/pi/work/RadioGlobe. It also expects to find the stations data in /home/pi/work/RadioGlobe/stations.json otherwise it will not startup.Note: These steps assume that the RPi OS is recent Raspberrypi OS (Buster)Debugging1. Check the unit file exists:/etc/systemd/system/radioglobe.service2. Check that main.py exists:/home/pi/work/RadioGlobe/main.pyIf RadioGlobe files are installed in another directory, change the ConditionPathExists and Working Directory paths3. Update systemdsudo systemctl daemon-reload4. From the terminal start the radioglobe servicesudo systemctl start radioglobe.serviceThis should return and the application should startup.5. Check the journal for errors:journalctl -u radioglobe -f6. Enable the unit so that it starts automatically on boot up:sudo systemctl enable radioglobe.service

OK this is very helpful. And I'm annoyed I didn't put this in the guide.I think what can happen is that with HDMI plugged in, the RasPi tends to try to 'Default' to 'HDMI Audio', and it can forget to 'revert' back to Analogue when you unplug it. (It seems to be an ongoing saga with RasPi and they are apparently aware of the various issues, so one hopes it'll go out with the next RasPi OS update!). Please post a video if you feel up for it? =D

OK - so Code Gurus asked if you can try and play a file, stored locally on the microSD card. In other words - can you play via VLC by doing: "cvlc [path]" ?Thanks for your patience. Please include any output files, etc.

Hey man! I've asked the Code Gurus, and we'll be back in touch soon!

Yes - depends on viscocity - add more/less Gum Arabic.

Yeah - I used that at the moment - works great!

Will update guide later. Clearly not obvious. My bad. Thanks 😊

Set the reticule to GMT and Equator. Then press and hold middle button for 5-6 seconds until green light flashes.

Glad you liked it! It has been great fun. We just made Blackberry Jam, and feel it'd be befitting to have 'blackberry labels' on the jars!

=) Please do share any concoctionss!

I think these inks would 'work' in a fountain pen, but I'd not want to advise that they might 'gunk-up' an expensive one. I just used a dip-pen, which is ideal, as it can be washed fully (no internal mechanisms). Perhaps a 'low risk' test would be:https://amzn.to/2PypmW8 and https://amzn.to/2PDQcfb - all in ~$12 I'd guess?

Glad you liked the guide!The short answer is 'it's complex' regards lightfastness. This blog is helpful: https://www.thepaintboxletters.com/post/botanical-...(As well as I book I mentioned, above). The best bets are simply the *stronger* the original colourant, the more likely it is to last over time, so things like Walnut and Gall Ink are very stable, but of course if you use say Rose Petals, one can appreciate this 'delicate' pigment is less stable.Salts and Acids like Vinegar can be used to make ink more vibrant, but I left this out of this guide, as it's a bit more 'pro' to get the amounts just right. But I can say that a bit of sea salt gives a wonderful shimmer to dried inks, and makes colours pop.And yes - I'm a bit Sloe Gin fan. Nothing better in a heatwave like now, with kiddo at…

Glad you liked the guide!The short answer is 'it's complex' regards lightfastness. This blog is helpful: https://www.thepaintboxletters.com/post/botanical-...(As well as I book I mentioned, above). The best bets are simply the *stronger* the original colourant, the more likely it is to last over time, so things like Walnut and Gall Ink are very stable, but of course if you use say Rose Petals, one can appreciate this 'delicate' pigment is less stable.Salts and Acids like Vinegar can be used to make ink more vibrant, but I left this out of this guide, as it's a bit more 'pro' to get the amounts just right. But I can say that a bit of sea salt gives a wonderful shimmer to dried inks, and makes colours pop.And yes - I'm a bit Sloe Gin fan. Nothing better in a heatwave like now, with kiddo at home - haha :p

OK cool - updated! Good spot!Many thanks =)

Have asked my partner-in-crime, Don, on this matter...will get back to you. Do kindly post any screengrabs of the code, (if useful to future users), or DM me (if you think it's specific just to you). Cool either way. Will certainly 'update' the Instructable with the lessons learned! Thanks again =)

This is SOOOOOO Cool!Super excite to see this. Yes the Cover to the Encoder Housing is uploaded now, see above....last on the list.Thanks for being the 'beta test'. Huge Props!

Thanks - Was this typo in the GitHub or in the Instructable? Thanks again for 'debugging'. You may well be the first to do this build. Super cool.!

I was a big fan of the Grape. Though I think the subtle combinations would be really interesting to explore.... I realise I'm lacking in the artist dept! Hope some painters take it up here on Instructables! =)

Thanks - which is your favourite? =)

Hey - thanks for the note. And sorry to have missed that one off! Updated now. Called "RE Housing Cap" - should be what you need. Appreciate the heads-up, and that you appear to be making it! Do share the result ;o)

As for RS history - this was some of the fun of the project, getting into the 'roots'....hopefully they might get into a mini-doc on this....we shall see =)

Wow - so impressive! Can't even imagine how patient you were xDProps =)

Super cool - especially impressed by the Acoustic Design part. Too late to vote - but I would have. *sending vote brainwaves to judges* Awesome!

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