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MPCNC Crown Demo running GRBL_ESP32

A first look at a homemade, open-source MPCNC carving machine.

What Does That Treadmill Motor Coil Do?

Testing what that mystery coil in a treadmill-motor speed controller actually does.

Simple Variable Speed Treadmill Motor Electrical Conversion

Turning a scavenged treadmill motor and speed controller into a variable-speed power tool drive.

DIY Narrow Awl / Drill

A tiny, homemade three-sided awl that doubles as a hand drill for small holes.

How Fast Can I Turn This Pen? ...under 7 minutes

Taking on a speed-turning challenge: a pen made in under seven minutes with just a skew chisel.

Building a Wall Hanging Award Shelf

A wall-mounted award shelf built from a single board, with over twenty shop-turned pegs.