Category: Kickstarter

This Could Change DIY CNC In A Big Way!

David | September 28, 2016

I was hesitant to title this with “This Could Change DIY CNC In A Big Way”. Largely because it’s too limiting a title. This could change a lot more than just DIY CNC. It can change small business, retrofit of older machines, production CNC and more. In the near future we might be done fighting […]

Need a desktop 5 axis CNC machine? Pocket NC is on Kickstarter

David | June 23, 2015

Recently launched on Kickstarter, the Pocket NC is a small, portable 5 axis CNC machine. Model makers, jewelers and RC enthusiasts rejoice. It has a relatively small machining area at X 4.5in, Y 4.8in, Z 3.45in, A 100 degrees and B continuous rotation (360+). It has a very trick spindle that does not require tools to change […]

Love Arduino and the Internet of things (IoT) – Check this out!

David | March 3, 2015

Spark IO has launched a new Kickstarter called the Electron. It’s a tiny Arduino-like cellular development kit with a very affordable data plan. This means you can create a projects that are always connected. They are offering several packages in 2G and 3G cellular as well as a few rewards that are specifically outfitted for […]

Low cost 5 Axis CNC machining (and more) – 5AXISMAKER

David | September 22, 2014

A new Kickstarter project launched today for the 5AXISMAKER multi-fabricator. What is a 5 axis CNC you say? It’s basically the holy grail of CNC machining. The 5 axis CNC machine can access 5 side of the part being machined which means most parts can be produced in one setup with no need to re-position […]

Caught My Eye – Interesting Kickstarter projects – Week 1 of 2014

David | January 3, 2014

Here is a new 3d SLA printer that’s on Kickstarter now. It’s already hit (and blown past) it’s funding goal of $100,000. You have to love the detail in the prints. This is very much like the hugely successful Form 1 3d printer that was on Kickstarter in 2012. The Form 1 brought in nearly […]

I admit… I LOL’d – You have to look at this Kickstarter project.

David | December 20, 2013

OK… With 14 days to go and only $44 dollars pledged of the $1000 needed, It’s unlikely (but not impossible) that this project will fund. I don’t like to see anyone fail, but I’d have to think that the likelihood of a copyright infringement case or lack of proper licencing are repelling potential backers. Do […]