# Episode 220: Giant Plasma Table Hands

- Show: [Making It](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it)
- Published: 2019-07-12
- Length: 57m
- Page: https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2019-07-12-episode-220-giant-plasma-table-hands
- Listen: https://making-it-with-jimmy-diresta-bob-clagett-and-david-picciuto.castos.com/episodes/episode-220-giant-plasma-table-hands

## Summary

Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett, and David Picciuto discuss their maker superpowers, focusing on workflow, visualization, and skill acquisition. Jimmy describes his 'plasma table hands' and the relief of completing his 'Project Egress' hinge, detailing the precision machining of brass components using a Bridgeport mill and Fusion 360. Bob explains his bent plywood technique for an NES build, while David advocates for pausing time to conduct thorough research before attempting new projects like concrete work or welding. The group also shares recommendations for design documentaries, welding tips videos, and leatherworking content.

## Chapters

- [0:01](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2019-07-12-episode-220-giant-plasma-table-hands#t=1) Introduction: Technical issues and housekeeping
- [4:34](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2019-07-12-episode-220-giant-plasma-table-hands#t=274) Jimmy Diresta: Project Egress hinge and Fusion 360 modeling
- [7:30](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2019-07-12-episode-220-giant-plasma-table-hands#t=450) Machining brass: V-blocks, centering, and radial cuts on a Bridgeport mill
- [13:10](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2019-07-12-episode-220-giant-plasma-table-hands#t=790) Bob Clagett: Bent plywood technique for the NES case
- [18:00](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2019-07-12-episode-220-giant-plasma-table-hands#t=1080) Maker Superpowers: David's desire to pause time for research
- [26:24](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2019-07-12-episode-220-giant-plasma-table-hands#t=1584) Jimmy's Plasma Table Hands and Bob's visualization struggles
- [32:52](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2019-07-12-episode-220-giant-plasma-table-hands#t=1972) David's Fast Forward Superpower and multi-project workflow
- [41:32](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2019-07-12-episode-220-giant-plasma-table-hands#t=2492) Welding tips video and JD's practical knowledge
- [48:55](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2019-07-12-episode-220-giant-plasma-table-hands#t=2935) Recommendations: Rams documentary, Ashley Harwood, and Little King Goods

## Topics

- [Mechanical engineering](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/mechanical-engineering)
- [Materials & manufacturing processes](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/materials-and-processes)
- [EDA & CAD tools](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/eda-and-cad-tools)
- [Maker community & events](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/maker-community)
- [Validation & product-market fit](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/validation-and-product-market-fit)

## Most relevant to

founders before launch

## Mentioned

- Fusion 360 (tool)
- Bridgeport (tool)
- Logitech Bluetooth keyboard (tool)
- AirPods (other)
- NES (product)
- Project Egress (product)
- Rams (other)
- Ashley Harwood (other)
- Little King Goods (other)

## Related episodes from other shows

- [STL 315: I can't believe it's not wood!](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2024-05-03-stl-315-i-cant-believe-its-not-wood) (Shop Talk Live)
- [STL 82: Matt Kenney's Controversial Arrest](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2015-04-10-stl-82-matt-kenneys-controversial-arrest) (Shop Talk Live)
- [314: Why Are Wings Needed in Space?](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/embedded-fm/2019-12-20-314-why-are-wings-needed-in-space) (Embedded.fm)
- [STL 78: Makin' Sparks on Yer Tablesaw](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2015-02-13-stl-78-makin-sparks-on-yer-tablesaw) (Shop Talk Live)
- [Matt Perez | Being Able to Explain What You’re Doing](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/being-an-engineer/2022-05-13-matt-perez-being-able-to-explain-what-youre-doing) (Being an Engineer)

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