Category: Builds

  • NATO Rail Modular System Extensions

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    In a previous blog post I described how I adapted the NATO Accessory Rail (STANAG 4694) into a modular prototyping system. The goal was straightforward: reduce development time and material waste by creating a reusable mechanical backbone that lets me attach, rearrange, and reuse equipment, sensors, electronics, and structural elements without starting from scratch on…

  • NATO Rail Modular System

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    I’ve been a 3D-printing enthusiast for more than ten years. In that time I’ve owned a succession of printers—from early Cartesian machines to more recent CoreXY and delta designs—and I’ve gone through more spools of filament than I care to count. As an engineer, the printer has always been one of my favorite tools. Whenever…

  • Maximizing Workspace with Sustainable Plywood Solutions

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    The author shares their experience creating an organized system to manage tools and parts on their workspace bench using a stackable tray made from laser-cut plywood. They highlight the efficiency and sustainability of laser cutting over 3D printing, emphasizing the importance of dimensional accuracy and calibration for successful integration of components.