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New prototype is with the fab house

Single Board ESP32 ZX Spectrum • 439 implied HN points • 29 Jun 24
🕹 Technology Prototyping 3D Printing
  1. The new prototype is now in production after some delays, showing the importance of taking action despite fears.
  2. The process of sending the boards off involved some challenges with component availability, requiring adjustments.
  3. Future plans involve exploring software options, experimenting with hardware possibilities, and considering 3D printed cases.

450: Apple's iPhone Pricing, Hyperscalers, Google, Capital-Light Businesses, Rory Sutherland, Norway, Spotify AI, and Hitchcock

Liberty’s Highlights • 491 implied HN points • 27 Sep 23
🕹 Technology Apple AI Cloud Computing 3D Printing Nuclear power
  1. Adjusted for inflation, the iPhone 15 is the most affordable since the original in 2007.
  2. The White House may require cloud companies to disclose AI customers for security
  3. Google paid Apple a massive estimated $120 billion since 2010 to be the default search on iOS.

Easy Robotics with a 3D Printer and Raspberry Pi

Messy Progress • 59 implied HN points • 10 Feb 25
🕹 Technology Robotics 3D Printing Programming DIY Projects Electronics
  1. Making a robot with a 3D printer and a Raspberry Pi is fun and can be done on a budget. You can create many different designs without limits.
  2. A modular design is helpful because it allows for easy changes and quick fixes. This makes it easier for kids to participate and experiment.
  3. Using a Raspberry Pi for controlling your robot opens up many possibilities, like adding cameras or other fun components. You can even use simple coding to operate it.

2023 Was the Year 3D Printed Homes Hit the Mainstream

The New Urban Order • 99 implied HN points • 05 Dec 23
🕹 Technology 3D Printing Construction Sustainability Housing Innovation
  1. 3D printed homes have become mainstream in 2023, with various projects and collaborations showcasing their potential.
  2. There is optimism that 3D printed homes could help solve the affordable housing crisis due to potential cost reduction, sustainability, and efficiency benefits.
  3. However, skepticism exists around whether the popularity of 3D printed homes will be lasting, similar to the limited uptake of traditional 3D printing technology for everyday use.
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Unboxing my secret robot addiction - part 1

Robots & Startups • 59 implied HN points • 04 Jul 23
🕹 Technology Robots Crowdfunding 3D Printing Internet of Things
  1. The author has a long-standing interest in robots and technology, which began with building model rockets and circuits from a young age.
  2. Crowdfunding has played a significant role in supporting the author's robot addiction, allowing them to back various interesting robot campaigns over the years.
  3. Reflecting on impulsive robot purchases and considering cognitive behavioral therapies to manage the fascination for robots, showcasing the struggle of maintaining control over a growing collection.

What It Feels Like Inside a 3D-Printed House

The Sunday Morning Post • 58 implied HN points • 05 Mar 23
🕹 Technology 3D Printing
  1. Walking through the doors of a 3D-printed house feels like stepping into a wonderland of innovative technology.
  2. 3D printing technology in housing is advancing rapidly, with bio-based materials and efficient assembly processes.
  3. The future of 3D-printed homes looks promising, offering potential solutions for affordable housing and eco-friendly living.

Control AI and ManufacturingGPT: Whatever has Been Done, Can be Outdone

Exponential Industry • 39 implied HN points • 02 Apr 23
🕹 Technology AI Manufacturing Sustainability 3D Printing
  1. Autonomous control AI is being adopted in manufacturing, showing potential in improving quality and saving energy.
  2. There is ongoing innovation in large language models despite calls for a pause in AI experiments.
  3. Technological advancements like AI and machine learning are bridging the gap in additive manufacturing operations, identifying suitable parts and reducing costs.

3D Nano Desktop Stratasystems

Exponential Industry • 39 implied HN points • 07 Jun 23
💼 Business 3D Printing Mergers Market Performance
  1. 3D printing companies have significant business overlap due to the small industry size.
  2. 3D printer manufacturers have struggled in public markets, with high costs per part compared to other manufacturing methods.
  3. The hope for 3D printer companies lies in continual mergers to reduce costs until printing technology enables a declining per-unit cost curve.

Text to CAD?

Mechanomy’s Substack • 4 HN points • 10 Feb 24
🕹 Technology AI 3D Printing Design
  1. Zoo's text-to-CAD application can quickly generate 3D models based on simple prompts, demonstrating a new approach to design tooling for hardware engineers.
  2. The correctness of a generated model matters based on intended use, and with advancements in AI and CAD, tools are evolving to aid in specifying design details more efficiently.
  3. The development of tools like text-to-CAD showcases the evolving capabilities in design technology, emphasizing the need for increased productivity and quality in engineering workflows.

Startup Dive: Sakuu

Intercalation Station • 19 implied HN points • 22 Mar 23
🕹 Technology 3D Printing Batteries Innovation Materials Research
  1. Sakuu, a startup, is merging with Plum Acquisition Corp. I in Q3 2023, making it the third SPAC this year.
  2. Sakuu, founded in 2017, has raised over $50m in funding and partnered with companies to develop 3D-printed batteries.
  3. 3D printing technology like Kavian by Sakuu is being used to manufacture solid-state batteries, with potential challenges and opportunities.

War in an Era of Intelligent Machines: Stirrups, Conoidal Bullets, 3D Printers, Lunar Nukes and Special Ops Forces

Dr. Pippa's Pen & Podcast • 19 implied HN points • 19 Mar 23
🕹 Technology Digital 3D Printing AI Military technology Automation
  1. Technological advancements in the digital era are changing warfare dynamics rapidly.
  2. Historical innovations like metal stirrups and conoidal bullets have had significant impacts on military strategy.
  3. The shift towards automation and AI in warfare highlights a philosophical split between the East and the West.

Revolutionize Your Wardrobe: How 3D Printing Could Change the Way We Buy Shoes (and everything else)

Baby CTO • 1 HN point • 05 Feb 24
🕹 Technology 3D Printing Fashion Startups Market Analysis Innovation
  1. 3D printing could revolutionize the way we buy shoes and other products by offering customized fits and designs.
  2. Traditional shoe sizing doesn't account for unique foot shapes, leading to discomfort. 3D printed shoes can solve this problem by providing tailored solutions.
  3. The future of 3D printed shoes lies in factors like cost-effectiveness, material choices, and the establishment of printing farms for scalability.

December 2024 Round up - Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

Maker News • 0 implied HN points • 31 Dec 24
🕹 Technology Manufacturing Electronics 3D Printing Programming DIY Projects
  1. The newsletter has grown to 660 subscribers since it started in 2022, showing a positive response from readers.
  2. There are many creative projects shared, like 3D printing PCBs and building custom operating systems, that highlight innovation in the maker community.
  3. Overall, 2024 was a great year for makers, with lots of exciting projects and a hopeful outlook for even more in 2025.

MOD-t: A cheap 3D printer thats easy to use

Joshua Gans' Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 17 Nov 15
🕹 Technology 3D Printing Hardware
  1. The MOD-t 3D printer is inexpensive and user-friendly, making it attractive for consumers.
  2. Initial setup for the MOD-t printer is quick and easy, with printing achievable within 20 minutes.
  3. While the MOD-t printer has its flaws, like the need to rough up the print plate and issues with the web controller, it shows promise for the consumer market at a price of $399.