Category: diy
3
Project Caretaker. Part 10. Bluetooth
Connecting the Radiomaster TX12 as a BT controller through the ELRS module. Among other things, I had previously attempted to get into FPV. For various reasons, it wasn't successful, but I was left…
Read
92
Project Caretaker. Part 9. Charging
Since one of our goals is remote control, we should address the power supply issue. Since one of our goals is remote control, we should address the power supply issue. There's no way to expand the ba…
Read
229
Project Caretaker. Part 8. Software
The ESP32CAM is a fairly popular controller. Wi-Fi-controlled devices with cameras are also very popular. But despite all this, I couldn't find any suitable firmware. The ESP32CAM is a fairly popular…
Read
320
Project Caretaker. Part 7. Hardware
I've already shown the device diagram, let's now take a closer look at the physical components of the device. I've already shown the device diagram, let's now take a closer look at the physical compo…
Read
385
Project Caretaker. Part 6. Modeling and print
Modeling is also one of the fields that interest me. But unlike many others, I have very little practice in it - as my girlfriend says, barely a cat's tear worth. Modeling is also one of the fields…
Read
318
Project Caretaker. Part 5. Tracks
We're designing and printing tracks on a 3D printer. We will print them using TPU SOFT. We already have the chassis, the perimeter is known, the internal profile is determined by the wheels, and the…
Read
294
Project Caretaker. Part 4. Chassic
Since we're printing - let's do it all at once. We'll be inventing the wheel. Disclaimer: I have no background in mechanical engineering, robotics, industrial design, and related disciplines like str…
Read
374
Project Caretaker. Part 3. Photoresist
Mastering new technologies. Not just Toner Transfer. Since we've already covered (and planned even more) a lot of technologies - why not include another one? I decided on this spontaneously after com…
Read
402
Project Caretaker. Part 2. Design
Given my lack of advanced artistic skills, I'll turn to external help here. Fortunately, there's a wide range of options available. Given my lack of advanced artistic skills, I'll turn to external he…
Read
1830
Project Caretaker. Part 1. Beginning
Project Caretaker - a remotely controlled robot on a tracked platform with camera streaming. Why - for fun! Project Caretaker - a remotely controlled robot on a tracked platform with camera streaming…
Read
10
Wire Size Calculator
While working on various DIY projects, I always find myself searching for the right wire size to use. Now, this information will be readily available. While working on various DIY projects, I always…
Read
35
Gift box with AI
The time has come when AI can not only respond in chats and be used in digital spheres but also help in implementing DIY projects. As I have written before, I have a resin printer. With its help, I…
Read
197
Enabling runtime statistics collection in ESP32-arduino
This article will focus on the FreeRTOS functions vTaskGetRunTimeStats and vTaskList, but the same method applies to change any sdkconfig option. The main issue is that in the pre-built ESP32-arduino…
Read
26
Hidden Disc Holder
Looking for a place to store your disc collection, and find shelf storage boring? I have a solution for you. Some time ago, a PS5 appeared in our house, and since online game purchases are quite rest…
Read
89
Stairway to Heaven: Customizing WLED
From the idea and attempts to use the standard firmware to building my own with an increased number of control pins, an expanded web interface, a debugging API, custom lighting control logic, and eve…
Read
331
DIY wash & cure station for resin printers
Build your own wash and cure station for 3D printing. Simple and cost-effective. I recently acquired a resin printer (Anycubic Photon Mono X 6K). As it turns out, this type of device requires a slew…
Read
14
Epoxy table: step by step
While planning the kitchen renovation, I faced the challenge of integrating the bar counter into the new design. The solution was clear - I decided to implement long-standing plans to work with epoxy…
Read
35
DIY Honda: Printing Parts in the Garage
Night, a Honda Accord, and an unexpected 'visitor' on the roadside. A story about how a simple mishap turned into an opportunity to 3D printing and independently recreate a headlight bracket, bypassi…
Read
18
Why do I need a 3D printer?
This is perhaps the first question people ask when they find out I have a 3D printer. Initially, of course, everyone prints useless (well, almost) figurines. But once all the toys have been printed,…
Read