This animated gif of a chain-making machine is mesmerizing.
(Via Rafael R.)
A machine making a chain (animated gif)
All this industrial robot does is tap its feet to test how footsteps will sound in a building
This handsome machine is the Norsonic Nor277. Its sole purpose is to tap its feet, for "making footfall noise transmission measurements in buildings as set out in International and National Standards." Essentially, it fakes the sound of the person next to you in meetings who is constantly tapping their foot—or rather, what it might sound… READ THE REST
Potato on a lathe
In this footage, a potato is turned on a lathe. It looks lovely, but not much is left when the work is done, so the operator improvises a technique that allows him to devour the potato in realtime. I remain convinced that sandpaper is the most efficient method of removing potato skin. <Werner Herzog> I… READ THE REST
Miniature magnetic marble track
Enjoy Daniel de Bruin's wonderfully-produced video of a miniature marble machine being made from a) exactingly precise stuff from the workshop parts drawer, b) a Pruser Mini 3D printer, and c) a lot of patient work with soldering irons, glues and fiddly lengths of wire. In this video I'm using a ball bearing of only… READ THE REST
A grab-and-go modern survival kit with a Cyber Monday special price
With the increase in wildfires, hurricanes, and a world-wide pandemic hitting us this past year, it's safe to say that having an accessible and smart survival kit has become necessary. The GetxGo® emergency kit is packed with over 40 smartly organized and modernized essentials. The GO kit has everything you need to support your on-the-go… READ THE REST
20 deals on toothbrushes and dental care gadgets, on sale this Cyber Monday
We thank our sponsor for making this content possible; it is not written by the editorial staff nor does it necessarily reflect its views. There's nothing more important to your overall well-being than the health of your teeth. Not only does daily dental maintenance keep your chompers healthy for years to come, but you'll also… READ THE REST
Save an extra 20% on audio tech with these top Cyber Monday deals
We thank our sponsor for making this content possible; it is not written by the editorial staff nor does it necessarily reflect its views. Thought the shopping season was over? Time to think again. Cyber Monday is meant to be the digital version of Black Friday, but physical tech also gets plenty of love nowadays.… READ THE REST
