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The Hexa-Bouncer May Be The Most Overengineered Thing You See This Week | Hackaday

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The Hexa-Bouncer is an advanced robotic system designed to bounce a ball using a Stewart Platform with six stepper motors and planetary gearboxes. · It employs a Teensy 4.0…
Insights: The Hexa-Bouncer exemplifies the spirit of overengineering, appealing to hobbyists and engineers who appreciate complex solutions to simple problems. · For Tindie sellers, this…
roboticsengineeringautomation

The Prusa Core One+ INDX, A Troubled Multi-Extruder Upgrade? | Hackaday

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The Prusa Core One+ INDX is an upgrade for Prusa's FDM printers, featuring eight independent extruders aimed at efficient multi-material and multi-color printing. · Users, like…
Insights: The Prusa Core One+ INDX is notable for its ambitious attempt to enhance multi-material printing efficiency, but its reliance on proprietary filament limits its appeal. · This…
3D printingmulti-materialPrusa

Black Hole Grown In A Lab Traps Sound Waves In Wild Physics Experiment

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Engineers have developed a 3D-printed sonic black hole (SBH) that absorbs sound waves in pipes, eliminating echoes and vibrations. · The SBH works by slowing down sound waves as…
Insights: This technology is notable for its innovative application of cosmic physics principles to solve practical acoustic problems, making it a fascinating intersection of science and…
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Solidon3D: Passende 3D-Druckteile ohne CAD-Vorkenntnisse by Solidon3D » Solidon3D: Passende 3D-Druckteile ohne CAD-Vorkenntnisse by Solidon3D — Kickstarter

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Solidon3D is a software tool designed to help users customize and prepare 3D models for printing without requiring prior CAD knowledge. · The project aims to simplify the process…
Insights: Solidon3D stands out by targeting users who are interested in 3D printing but lack CAD expertise, making it accessible to a broader audience. · This tool is particularly notable…
3D printingCADKickstarter

A BBC Micro in the Palm of Your Hand - Hackster.io

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A compact desk toy emulates the classic BBC Micro computer using a Raspberry Pi RP2350 microcontroller. · The device runs a cycle-accurate emulator of the BBC Micro, allowing…
Insights: This project showcases the potential of microcontrollers in emulating classic computing systems, appealing to retro computing enthusiasts and hobbyists. · It highlights the…
emulationretro computingmicrocontrollers

Wing Commander 3 Remaster Confirmed After EA Finds Original FMV Tapes

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Electronic Arts has announced a remastered version of the 1994 space flight simulator, Wing Commander III, titled 'Wing Commander III: 30th Anniversary Edition'. · The remaster…
Insights: This remaster is notable as it revives a classic game, appealing to both nostalgic gamers and new audiences interested in retro gaming experiences. · For Tindie sellers, this…
retro gamingremasterEA

KOMY Phone – das Kinderhandy, das mitdenkt und mitwächst by Markus Ealy » KOMY Phone – das Kinderhandy, das mitdenkt und mitwächst by Markus Ealy — Kickstarter

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The KOMY Phone is a child-friendly smartphone designed to be safe and secure, without access to the open internet, app stores, or messaging apps like WhatsApp. · It offers a…
Insights: The KOMY Phone stands out as a notable innovation in the realm of children's technology by addressing parental concerns about internet safety and screen time. · It is ideal for…
child-friendlysmartphonesafety

Backup Tapes Come Back to the Homelab

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Tape storage remains a cost-effective solution for homelabs, despite being considered outdated in professional settings. · LTO-5 tape drives offer a budget-friendly option for…
Insights: Tape storage is notable for its affordability, making it an attractive option for hobbyists and homelab enthusiasts who need to store large amounts of data without breaking the…
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