Hey Jude

This project is just great. I was taking my morning way too seriously and this helped put it all in perspective =)That said, I imagine the superglue may not bond well to hair-pins for long. In case you are looking to scale this fashion (I hope you are), I'd recommend binding the trees to the pin first with some cotton thread. Then apply superglue, and it is a really strong combo. Thanks for posting. Voted. Hope you win!

I love the tagging feature - as not only is it easy to forget what you called something at the first instance of assignment, but also for others to use the system it's essential! I've watched a lot of Voice enabled tech, but this is actually one of the best I've seen. Have you considered creating an App for this, with Google Home or Alexa, as it would simplify the code/SW part, and then the assembly could be easily done. If for example the App allowed you to input the size/numbers/reference of the compartments, it would even allow easy updating. Granted this is a lot of effort on your part, but I'd part for the UI/UX of the App! I think it could be applied to many things, from food to pharma! Well done on the win. First class!

Hi, thanks for the kind comment. It was a great team that helped create the show! It was an honour to be a part of, and of course great working with Kyle!

Ditto! So much great inspiration! Thanks - and please vote if you like =)

Thanks for the feedback. I'm glad the TV show was informative. You might also like this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xi13S2SBpcM it's a bit old (in terms of production) but the content is first rate. Better by Design pretty much got me into Design!

Great Hack! I did something similar with an Oyster Card a while ago: https://www.instructables.com/id/Transform-your-Oyster-travelcard-with-sugru/I’m actually impressed that banks don’t void the old card. Hmm

Great Hack! I did something similar with an Oyster Card a while ago: https://www.instructables.com/id/Transform-your-Oyster-travelcard-with-sugru/I’m actually impressed that banks don’t void the old card. Hmm 🧐🙌

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Thanks =)

Haha - yes, it all seems very Wallace & Grommet compared to new tech, but then sometimes the durability and simplicity can still hold its own. I think I actually got the inspiration from feeds on MIG welders.

Interview with Kyle: https://youtu.be/mJ2ia7lRa_4

I love the use of brake-cables/mechanisms. I think they are under-rakes/used. Great work!I also made this, think you might like it also: https://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Sol...

Woah dude, this is insane! 5*

It was just some offcuts from a workshop. They are well dried pine strips, and a door from IKEA.

Haha - the whole series is Open Source, so although we considered patenting, it was never the agenda of the team/BBC. I would not restrict anyone from iterating and taking this further, as it is clearly a niche product, but no less important to those who need it. Do also check out Remap, link above ^^ as this is where you can find 'mad hatters' and be one also ;o) I love that places like this and Instructables make the world a little smaller to find solutions to things.

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Yes - I think it was very clear from the TV show (https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=big+life+fix+episode) that all of us designers had a huge learning curve - not just in terms of the technical, but empathy for the user(s). It's why I got into design - though I never imagined it'd take me places like this!

Thanks! And to Kyle - it was as much a process of working with someone who was open and brave to take chances...

So cool - inspiring!

So sorry for your family member's situation - sounds tragic. If you'll excuse my jump to your next point - As for 3D Printers - it was actually Instructables that got me my first one. That was back in the day when they were $1500+, but honestly you can pick a nice one up for $500. I don't want to seem to be plugging any brand here, but Makezine.com often has 'best of' compilations and explains what to consider.

I suspect the biggest issue for your family will be the emotional toll of that relative having lost both limbs. Despite having worked on 3 projects now, I do not claim to even begin to empathise with how huge this impact must be. With that said, the internet is a wonderful place for finding solutions in times when it can seem very hopeless. Possibly the most inspirational story I've come across is from Ben, who's son Sol was born without a fully formed hand. He created Ambionics in response: https://www.ambionics.co.uk/ I had the pleasure of meeting him at New Scientist through working with RS Components who sponsor him in part... Ben has really found some remarkable ways to use 3D printing, and to avoid harm to the skin (through chemicals leaching, etc.) I'd say this is a place to star...

I suspect the biggest issue for your family will be the emotional toll of that relative having lost both limbs. Despite having worked on 3 projects now, I do not claim to even begin to empathise with how huge this impact must be. With that said, the internet is a wonderful place for finding solutions in times when it can seem very hopeless. Possibly the most inspirational story I've come across is from Ben, who's son Sol was born without a fully formed hand. He created Ambionics in response: https://www.ambionics.co.uk/ I had the pleasure of meeting him at New Scientist through working with RS Components who sponsor him in part... Ben has really found some remarkable ways to use 3D printing, and to avoid harm to the skin (through chemicals leaching, etc.) I'd say this is a place to start, but as mentioned, all people respond differently to 'help'. I wish you all the best, and happy to offer any suggestions, but do always check with your physician. https://uk.rs-online.com/web/generalDisplay.html?i...

Thanks for the comment!Loved your Water Drum - sounds really cool! Good I'ble =)

This is gonna make washing the dishes much more interesting =)

This sounds really cool. I of course advise safe consideration to avoid shorting - and you might want to recess the magnets to avoid this in little 'cups'. Really cool that people are riffing off this and taking it to new places - this was the intention! PS - Use Flux to solder to magnets. Do post of you success (and ask if you don't at first!).

Oops - sorry - reply above ;o)

So *this* example, the magnets only function to stick the vac to the wall. However, I allude to the fact you could also wire-in power, by splitting he cable with magnetics docks in between, (obviously LOW voltage only! Not mains!). That said, it's not advisable to risk the terminals short the internal batteries, as this could be possible, if the appliance has no means of preventing a short. Short answer is don't do it if you are unsure! This is meant to be a 'conversation starter' - and I suspect those who are inclined could say 3D print 'non-shorting docks' for power, as essentially if you've used a cordless powerdrill, this is all that is really happening. But of course requires some competence and confidence to do this safely and well. I'm thinking of doing this with my wireless head...

So *this* example, the magnets only function to stick the vac to the wall. However, I allude to the fact you could also wire-in power, by splitting he cable with magnetics docks in between, (obviously LOW voltage only! Not mains!). That said, it's not advisable to risk the terminals short the internal batteries, as this could be possible, if the appliance has no means of preventing a short. Short answer is don't do it if you are unsure! This is meant to be a 'conversation starter' - and I suspect those who are inclined could say 3D print 'non-shorting docks' for power, as essentially if you've used a cordless powerdrill, this is all that is really happening. But of course requires some competence and confidence to do this safely and well. I'm thinking of doing this with my wireless headphones...

Yeah - I think one could do them a little more 'designer' - but it was about function for this initial version!

Thanks for the shout on the error on the image - all corrected! =)

It's pretty sticky stuff. I've had mine on for ages - and even on the 'on/off' button, which is regularly used, it's still attached after many uses. The tick is to ensure the buttons are really clean - any oil/dirt from your fingers will make it less good. Hope that helps!

Thanks. love the outfit =)

This makes me very happy. The world needs more googly-eyes on stuff. voted.

I guess it depends how confident you are switching things out. Check out Adafruit.com which has guides on this sort of thing...if you're feeling like a challenge =)

You have some great guides! (I used your Joule Thief one actually a few years ago! So - thanks!). And this is a relevant guide for other DSLR automation:https://www.instructables.com/id/Automatic-Camera-...Nice work! Please do post any examples of work that utilises remote switches like this or other ideas you think people might find useful =)

That would be very cool to see! Be sure to hit the "I Made It" button.

It's an exciting time for James to be into photography, never has there been a better time to use tech with digital methods. I'm very excited to see what James captures - which will be unique because of his perspective, the rapport he builds with people, and possibly to a small extent, the intrinsic constraints of the tech itself. Can't wait!

Wow - this is super cool to hear you're making a Zocus. Please drop me a line if you need any help. If you can, please take a few pics/vids of the process.

BLF is available from BBC Store:https://store.bbc.com/the-big-life-fix-with-simon-...Also available on *cough*Youtube*cough*

Nice instructable and great idea!

This is so cool. Voted =)Did you also see Dominic Wilcox's GPS Shoes?http://dominicwilcox.com/portfolio/gpsshoe/

Liked your concept - voted =)I wonder how long before things like this gets integrated into new household products...? I wonder if they could ever have sensors for food going on the turn / less fresh also? Googled this: http://www.myfoodsniffer.com/I suspect it's not the components which are expensive, but the 'brains' of the analysis. Anyway - good luck! (If you feel like giving any more detail on the code, that would be great for noobs like me!)

This is so fun! Wonder what else you might re-purpose? =D

Hi Danno,Thanks for the votes and glad you enjoyed the story - James is a remarkable and inspiring young man! The gearing of the servo is quite fine, but the controls in the zocus app are 'mapped' to increments of 1 degree. The gear ratio is 3.33 between the gears, so essentially this is really quite 'fine' detail. Having used it, I did not experience a situation where I could not focus with enough delicacy to get something in subject. Even with the lens there is usually 'backlash' in the gears, so this is often more of an issue. Hope this helps. If not DM me and I can get into more details.Jude

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Hey this is cool! I thought you might like to know by coincidence, I just worked on a project with the BBC to try to track stolen sheep...we cam at things in a different way, but it's really interesting to see your approach and final design. [voted]You might find it interesting: Episode 2: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b085z8kq

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Yeah - I'm a huge fan of this site! Glad you liked the show. Do check out the other updated on twitter #biglifefix(Nice paper maker btw!)