Introduction To run some of my micro-controller projects I needed a constant supply of 5v. The LM78 series of linear regulators are very useful and comes in a good range of regulated voltages(5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 12, 15, 18, 24). Bill of Materials LM7805 – 5V Linear Voltage Regulator – Digi-Key – Datasheet 0.33uF Capacitor … Read More →
Author Archives: Bertus Kruger
Hexapod + Hexcopter = Hexa-Copter-Pod
What happens when Mad Lab Industries mixes a Hexapod and a Hexcopter?!?!? We joked at work about using Quad-copters as couriers. Maybe not to far off… 😛
Kossel 3D Printer (Rostock 3D Printer) using Openbeam Extrusions
UPDATE : The Kossel Pro is now available on Kickstarter!!! At last we have a version of the Rostock 3d Printers using Openbeam. Project Link – http://deltabot.tumblr.com/ RepRap Link – http://reprap.org/wiki/Kossel Kit Set Link – http://www.openbeamusa.com/Kossel-3D-Printer-Extrusion-Kit-Clear.html We recommend the following books on 3D Printing: Beginning Google Sketchup for 3D Printing By Sandeep Singh Practical 3D Printers: … Read More →
Recycling old computer plastics with 3D Printing.
Turning day to day waste into creative energy.
Openbeam MendelMax Design Files On Thingiverse.com
At last we have the first design files for the new Openbeam MendelMax machine on Thingiverse.com. Openbeam MendelMax Stl Files Simon from R3DWood has done a great job of the design. We recommend the following books on 3D Printing: Beginning Google Sketchup for 3D Printing By Sandeep Singh Practical 3D Printers: the Science and Art … Read More →
Bipedal Robot
Wow… that’s pretty amazing. The Printable parts can be downloaded from Thingiverse.com For more videos have a look at there website : http://www.projectbiped.com Specifications: Computer Archos 28, Android Tablet Microcontroller Arduino Mega (Arduino Due soon) Actuation 12 DOF ( 55g servos) Sensors Ultrasonic Range Sensor, 3 Axis Accelerometer Parts Cost US$350 (excluding shipping) Plastic 227g … Read More →
OpenBeam – MendelMax / Rostock Challenge
A few months ago I discovered a really cool Kickstarter project that developed a new type of Aluminium Extrusion. The aim was to get away from the current setup where the extrusions are cheapish and T-nuts that fit the extrusions are costly. Basically its just a marketing strategy where they sell you the extrusions at … Read More →
Openbeam – Extension
This little extension is very handy to join all the little Openbeam off cuts. It has internal grooves that align the two Openbeam extrusions for a perfect link. The design is can be downloaded from Thingiverse.com and printed. We also have a range of other items on Thingiverse.com that might interest you. http://www.thingiverse.com/protoneerconz
Arduino Uno and Mega Dimensions
Recently I was busy building a nice case for an Arduino and I needed the dimensions to make the correct mounting holes. I found this handy diagram online and though I would share it with everyone. UPDATE: Here are some more drawings that include the pin layouts as well. We recommend the following books: Getting … Read More →