The world of CNC automation in woodworking has gotten huge. Once upon a time, when someone said CNC woodworking, everybody thought of a CNC router or machining center. Today, virtually every machine ...

Humans had to carry out all their machining processes by hand for centuries. Even precision tools had to be maneuvered very carefully, inch by inch, by people holding the devices personally. That all ...

Moving from 3-axis to 5-axis machining? Yeah, it’s a big jump. And honestly, the hardest part isn’t learning new G-codes or figuring out your CAM software—it’s wrapping your head around how these ...

[joekutz] made an impulse purchase of a CNC machine. It was a 3040 CNC that looked reasonably complete and had an attractive price, what could possibly go wrong? As it happens, [joekutz] really didn’t ...

You have probably heard of the massive computers that took up entire rooms. Despite this, you are probably reading this on a small computer or perhaps an ultra-portable tablet or phone. Things would ...

Software with 3-D simulation speeds up setups and allows for review of the process before cutting. CNC grinding may be the only way to regrind tools with complex geometries. There are several reasons ...

What if the power of professional-grade CNC machining could fit right on your desktop? Imagine crafting intricate designs, prototyping innovative products, or engraving custom creations, all with a ...

Low cost 3D printers have come a long way in the last few years, but have entry-level CNC machines improved by the same leaps and bounds? That’s what [ModBot] recently set out to find. Despite getting ...

Augmented reality (AR) is becoming more widely used in industries ranging from marketing to medicine. Moreover, manufacturers are increasingly interested in how to use AR for specific purposes. One ...

The art of rug making is extremely physically demanding, requiring hands-on work that can take a toll on the body. Local rug maker Tim Eads learned to tuft rugs six and half years ago with a handheld ...