[0001D Video] Timelapse of “Randomized Node” Polyline Drawing
We are calibrating the CNC Monster, so several tests are being conducted. Enjoy this timelapse...
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[0001D] Custom Maya MEL Polyline-to-XML Exporter
This is a pretty simple MEL script we wrote called “xmllineGen.mel”. It takes any...
Read More[0001D] CNC Monster IS RUNNING!
After days and days of work, we’ve got the CNC Monster functioning and make cool stuff! This post is a continuation of a previous post that explains the software developed the Maya MELPhotoConverter, that traces a jpg with...
Read More[0001D] Maya MEL Photo Converter to a Single Polyline
I’ve begun the process of developing custom plug-ins and scripts to export 2D CNC designs. Loosely based on the growth of moss, the first experiment is being able to draw a picture using just one single polyline, since I...
Read MoreVideos of the Pulley Resistance Problems on the CNC Apparatus.
Sorry for the delay recently. I caught a cold and haven’t been able to work much. I’m still doing a sizable amount of code for the upcoming website, but that’s nothing interesting. Basic PHP and CSS mods and...
Read MoreThe Wait. Ordering a Chain-and-Gear Kit.
I have a little more coding to do before I write up the final and follow-up post for these threads, but in the meantime, I’ve ordered a plastic gear and chain set in the hopes I can eliminate my rotation issue. I’m...
Read MoreCNC Pulley and Belt Problems
In the previous post, I mentioned several parallel projects ongoing. This post will focus on the Stepper Motor testing and the issues regarding my pulleys and belts. Here’s the current status of the Monster: The obvious...
Read MoreWiring the Monster is Complete.
The last two days proved to be very productive. Here’s an overview of the accomplished tasks on the Monster: X and Y direction axes have pulleys and belts All steppers have wire extensions and are connected to two...
Read MoreMetalwork done, On To Electrical
Not a lot of time to post, so I’ll let the images speak for themselves. A brief overview: Added a kill switch to the AC side on the hot wire. One cool thing was I found some unused 69-style plugs from an old...
Read MoreStill Pouring, but Gettin’ Stuff Done.
My camera is shot, but a local repair shop says they will take a look at it. In the meantime, I’ll have to post a gritty cell phone shot. Today was busy. Here are the major bullet points: I built a housing for the...
Read MoreX- and Y-Direction Axes Assembly Production
Lots of progress. Got so busy, that I’ve been neglecting my posts. First off, I assembled the majority of the base for the monster but there isn’t a photo of that yet. I’m beginning to second guess my plan to...
Read MoreThe Reawakening. Introduce a Little Anarchy
Hi all. It’s been a long time. I am back and I’ll be posting a lot more new stuff in the next few weeks. Also, there will be several new announcements coming up this winter and spring. For now, I’ll leave you...
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