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It started when [Mitxela] was faced with about a hundred incorrectly-placed 0603 parts. Given that he already owned two TS101 soldering irons, a 3D printer, and knows how to use FreeCAD (he had jus…
cross-posted from: https://rss.ponder.cat/post/156474
It started when [Mitxela] was faced with about a hundred incorrectly-placed 0603 parts. Given that he already owned two TS101 soldering irons, a 3D printer, and knows how to use FreeCAD (he had just finished designing a custom TS101 holder) it didn’t take long to create cost-effective DIY soldering tweezers.
Two screws allow adjusting the irons to ensure the tips line up perfectl
DIY Solar Dehydrator
cross-posted from: https://slrpnk.net/post/20107309
Source: Bon Bagay: Permaculture, Abundance and Autonomy (scroll to bottom)
DIY Rain Catchment System
cross-posted from: https://slrpnk.net/post/20107320
Source: Bon Bagay: Permaculture, Abundance and Autonomy (scroll to bottom)
Need opinions on screw types from someone with experience
I am building some simple "pallets" out of 4x4 lumber to ship some machines.
The plan is to screw the feet of the machines to the top of 8 foot long 4x4s, and then to screw shorter 4x4s, probably about 4 feet, to the top of them as crossbars to move the machines with pallet jacks. Basically, I'd have a rectangle 8 feet long by 4 feet wide with the weight being supported from above by the crossbars. I'm not sure how much the machines weigh, but as a guesstimate, I'd put them at about 600 lbs each.
My question is what type and length of screws should I be using for this? I may double up on the cross bars if it doesn't feel strong enough to safely carry the weight. Given I'm using 4x4s, I'll have about 7" of wood to work with, I imagine 6 inches would be a minimum length, but I don't know if I need some thicker screws, in which case I might need to drill some pilot holes.
Thanks for the help
[ombates] shares a step-by-step method for making a conductive bio-string from scratch, no fancy equipment required. She demonstrates using it to create a decorative top with touch-sensitive parts,…
Need help naming/finding something to stabilize two of these together at a distance of between 6"-12" apart.
Like the title, I have a small DIY project where I’m going to put a gerbil tunnel system connecting two of the enclosures in the image together. Because the transparent window is thin clear plastic they aren’t really strong enough to handle any force at where the tunnels will connect to the windows.
So, I want to put stabilizing bars connecting both enclosures together at their frame. I’m thinking like a 1”x1” hard plastic bar, that’s 6”-12” long, at the corners of the window that lock into square plates that have three sides lifted (“c” style) to slot and lock the bar into. I don’t know what this would be called. Idk where I would find it. But, this seems like something I’ve seen before and should exist.
Does anything come to mind?
Removing Jeff Bezos From My Bed - Truffle Security Co.
Eight Sleep smart bed found to contain an exposed AWS key and a likely backdoor that allowed engineers to remotely access users' beds
air filters in cloth masks?
hi all! I am tetraplegic and drive my wheelchair with my chin. the medical grade facemasks I've tried over the last few years make it impossible to do this while wearing them properly. I have 2 cloth masks that can be worn while driving, but I know they don't offer much protection, so I'm here to ask
Butchers Block countertop
Hello Lemmy,
Youve been so helpful over the last few months. Maybe someone can help me with this.
I have this butchers block countertop with an undermount sink. I had it installed 18 months ago. I sealed it, and then this part was being warped and forced apart. I put in wood block, I resealed it. But as you can see, its coming apart again.
I followed all the advice of the handy men I know, including the one that installed it. The only thing I can think of is, aside from reblocking and sealing it, maybe a line of silicon around where the faucet comes up, and around the lip where the sink is flush with hole its mounted in, both things they assured me wouldn't be necessary. Should I be concerned about a leak on the underside? Am I just hosed?
(More pics of the whole set up on request)
Mycelium vs. Hempcrete as insulation bricks - Advice needed
Hey all!
I'm at the process of building an enclosure for my 3D printer. Its purpose is to keep the heat inside, while dampening the sound from the printer.
I already have the base to absorb any vibrations, but I need side panels too for said heat and noise insulation.
For that purpose, there are only two options, but both acoustic panels or insulation foam are either not flame retardant, expensive or both.
I thought about that problem a while, and came to the idea, that I could go the DIY route and make either mycelium based plates, or plant fiber (like hemp) turned into concrete, aka. hempcrete.
Luckily, I'm both a mushroom and weed enthusiast with quite a lot of solarpunk spirit, and have everything I need for both. But I just don't know where to start.
my glasses are almost unwearable
cross-posted from: https://slrpnk.net/post/17687690
where could someone find a pair of sturdy, comfortable goggles that an optometrist can put a prescription into?
Looking for some (re-)use cases for older Android smartphones
cross-posted from: https://slrpnk.net/post/16912428
Up until a few days ago, I've had a Google Pixel 5.
I used it for about 3-4 years, but I had to replace it due to its' hardware failing and it hitting EOL software support wise. Especially the USB-C port is damaged, and the battery is drained in just one blink of an eye.
Said device is now lying around in the drawer, and I want to find a good use out of it. It's still a fine phone. Like all those phones other people have in their drawer. It's probably faster than my homeserver, has cameras, sensors, wireless connections, and much more.
It has GrapheneOS installed, and is still more or less secure, probably even more than 80% of other android phones right now I guess?
**Do you have any ideas for what I can repurpose it? **
I know that there's Octo4a, which can turn it into an Octoprint server for my 3D-printer, but I already have a Raspberry Pi for that, and as said, the phone has a
Homebrew battery
I am a simple enthusiast attempting to convey my love and enjoyment of radio, electronics, and computing and perhaps to inspire YOU to build something too.
Key replacement on Asus Vivobook 14?
cross-posted from: https://slrpnk.net/post/16376900
The W and R keys don't work on my ASUS vivobook flip 14 and I would like to fix them so I can give the laptop to a friend. The reason they stopped working is because I spilled water on them a long time ago. Other than that, the laptop works perfectly fine.
I saw some teardown videos for an entire keyboard replacement for it, but it looks wayyyyyy too complicated and easy to mess up. I have expierence replacing stuff like batteries and SSDs in computers.
Is there a way to replace/fix those two keys without taking out the entire motherboard?
Building DIY Heaters for $7 to Keep Unhoused People Warm
Direct link to the PDF guide on how to build the heater here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1N-q3Zu6jngpSJdXUoSkWl4YKb26RCvAV/view
[Paul Junkin] bought a curious product off the Internet. It was supposed to generate electricity when hooked up to a running hose. Only, it didn’t do a very good job. His solution was straigh…
Four Thieves Vinegar Collective | an anarchist collective dedicated to enabling access to medicines and medical technologies to those who need them but don’t have them.
Right to Repair–for Your Body. The Four Thieves Vinegar Collective is an anarchist collective dedicated to enabling access to medicines and medical technologies to those who need them but don’t have them. DIY Pharmaceuticals DIY Dental Care Abortion Defense If you emailed Mixael directly over the pa...
A super cool collection of projects ranging from how to make an effective fluoride varnish for dental protection, abortion medication, and more!
added some cat ears and patches to this hat :3
Attached: 4 images the hat is complete!!!!! all patches and cat ears sewn on :3 #vantaDIY #punk
hell yeah
Breezeway Greenhouse Help?
I've got an appx 12' x 24' space between my single story house and tall metal barn garage. The roof of the house slopes toward the space.
I want to convert it into a greenhouse so I can grow veggies without having to chase off critters. Ideally I should be able to install gutters that drain to a rain barrel.
I'm hoping some of you fine folks have resources and recommendations for this kind of project.
