Designing and Building a CNC Machine

In May 2012, the end of my junior year of high school, I began to develop great interest in a personal CNC machine. A CNC machine is a beautiful thing, and the process of homebuilding a CNC machine emcompasses design, building, and utilization. The design demonstrates creativity and planning, building demonstrates an understanding of mechanics and craftsmanship, and utilization restarts the process at design again. A tool to make new things, limited mostly by one’s creativity. ...

October 20, 2014 · 3 min · PCB Isolation

Powered Subwoofer for Your Car and House

I have a thing for subwoofers, convenience, and low cost. Arguing over DVCs in $300 subs isn’t my thing. This 8-inch tube subwoofer was $1 a garage sale. Tube subs are popular for their size and portability, you can set it in a car trunk or behind a truck seat with no thought or effort. The enclosure is plastic so they are lightweight. To reclaim trunk space, pull it out. ...

January 5, 2014 · 2 min · PCB Isolation