by Oliver | Sep 22, 2023 | 3D Printer, Projects & Tutorials, Tutorials
Using some specific settings and materials, we can print transparent objects with our FDM printers in the Fab Lab. These settings result in stronger and transparent prints, but take much longer and much more material than standard FDM printing. Below are some...
by Oliver | Sep 20, 2023 | Projects & Tutorials, Tutorials
https://designtech.blogs.auckland.ac.nz/files/2023/09/Axidraw-Processing.mp4 The Axidraw can be manipulated and controlled through Processing. This is a brief look at how this can be implemented, download and unzip the files to continue. If this is your first time...
by Oliver | Aug 31, 2023 | Projects & Tutorials, Tutorials
AxiDraw translates vector lines and SVG files into physical movements, allowing you draw, paint, or write onto materials that you might not be able to normally. https://designtech.blogs.auckland.ac.nz/files/2023/08/Axidraw-timelapse_1.mp4 You will need to have...
by Jamie C | Jun 12, 2023 | Electronics, Electronics Modules, Projects & Tutorials, Tutorials
No driver (Windows) USB relay. HID stands for ‘Human Interface Device’ and generally doesn’t require any special drivers on Windows to be recognised. Sadly, this device currently requires a proprietary app to control the relay. This app can be...
by Jamie C | May 15, 2023 | 3D Printer, CNC Router, Projects & Tutorials, Tutorials
Fusion 360 is a great, all-in-one parametric cad solution. Find out how to get started below. Parametric CAD (Computer-aided Design) refers to things, sketches, objects, shapes, and or points having a parameter, dimension, or size. This is great for parts that fit...
by Jamie C | Jan 20, 2023 | Electronics, Electronics Modules, Projects & Tutorials, Tutorials
These little modules can be programmed to play mp3 sound bytes stored in their internal memory (8mb max). Special software is needed to program them by USB. Start the 8mb app, and on the 2nd tab of...
