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Jul 30, 2020

From analytics and AI software to IT and OT integration, emerging tools are designed to help manufacturers go fully digital.

15 3D Printed Objects You Have Got to See

Jul 29, 2020

From houses to food to clothes, 3D printing has entered nearly every imaginable territory of things.

Tribute to Engineering Star Grant Imahara

Jul 21, 2020

The engineering community mourns the loss and remembers the accomplishments of one of its best gadget freaks.

Friday Funny: Pass the Salt Rube Goldberg Style

Jul 17, 2020

In these days of social distancing, it’s not surprising that engineers have found a few long-cuts for completing simple human courtesies such as passing the salt at dinner.

Robot Market Takes a Hit from COVID-19

Jul 09, 2020

Robot adoption has slowed during the pandemic, putting a damper on the robot market. Real growth may wait until 2022, although Cobot growth may not have to.

Get These DIY Gadgets into Your Life

Jul 08, 2020

Whether it’s VR goggles, a lightsaber, or revamped retro video games, you can use these Gadget Freak instructions to bring fun into your life.

DIY Lightsaber Duels COVID-19: Which will Win?

Jul 07, 2020

With the right type of light source, even a padawan can defeat the dark side disease.

Friday Funny: Rube Goldberg’s Basketball Swish

Jul 03, 2020

Clearly, somebody has way too much time on his hands. But gosh it’s a beauty to watch.

Friday Funny: The Stupendous Squirrel Obstacle Course

Jun 25, 2020

Here’s a classic video that is new to me. The engineering feats involved in creating this Path to Seedville for squirrels are absolutely beautiful.

How to Build Your Own Robotic Tail

Jun 25, 2020

Robotic tails have longed been used as costume enhancements for cosplayers but now they may have a role for space travelers.