Making It · 19 Aug 2022 · 58m
Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett, and David Picciuto discuss the balance between researching and figuring things out on the fly. Bob Clagett details his work on a Buddha head using fairing compound and an oscillating tool, while David Picciuto shares lessons from dyeing wood for a pizza table. Jimmy Diresta demonstrates creating a chrome Star Wars thermal detonator prop, highlighting the challenges of finishing 3D prints. The hosts debate the value of deep research versus experimental prototyping in maker projects.
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Mike and Elliot Williams discuss several hardware hacks, including using Shrinky Dinks (polystyrene) for microfluidics, expanding foam for airplane wings, and steel wire reinforcement for 3D prints. They also cover the use of airsoft BBs as bearings and an interview with brothers Shwan and Cheng, who founded Schwan Ho, a successful tool business in the Shenzhen electronics markets.
Tom Gerhardt and Dan Provost of Studio Neat discuss the launch of their new product, The Material Dock, an adjustable charging stand for iPhones and Apple Watches made from walnut and molded cork. They detail the manufacturing challenges, including supplier failures and a lightning strike on their local woodshop, and explain design decisions such as including a screwdriver and using 3D printed internal parts. The episode also covers the creation of a viral marketing video using post-Steve Jobs keynote footage and their strategy for selling directly to consumers.
Tom Gerhardt and Dan Provost of Studio Neat discuss the progress of their Mark One pen Kickstarter campaign, which has raised over $153,000 from 2,140 backers. They detail the complex manufacturing challenges of the pen, including achieving perfect finishes via PVD coating and managing tight tolerances for the click mechanism. The hosts also highlight their investment in a Form 2 SLA 3D printer to enable rapid, high-precision prototyping and jigs in-house, avoiding the delays of outsourcing.
Tom Gerhardt and Dan Provost of Studio Neat discuss the manufacturing delays of their Mark Two pen, caused by a steel supplier's error resulting in corrosion and machining mistakes on the sleeve. They also detail the rapid prototyping of a new stand for the thick Apple TV remote using 3D models extracted from Apple's AR experience. The hosts then analyze the design of the new iMac, speculating on the future iMac Pro and debating whether iOS and macOS are converging into a single platform.
Tom Gerhardt and Dan Provost of Studio Neat discuss the reception of the new Material Docks, the progress of the Mark Three pen, and custom Seracote finishes for the Mark One. They detail the manufacturing complexities of the Mark Three, including Swiss turn machining of complex parts like the 'mech inner,' and the challenges of managing color SKUs. The episode concludes with Dan’s Tech Corner analyzing the longevity and design implications of Apple's Dynamic Island on the iPhone 14.
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