Columbia Gadget Works

I uploaded the schlieren images video I took…

Scott — Sun, 20 May 2012 23:12:46 +0000

I uploaded the schlieren images/video I took this weekend. I improved the illumination and focusing, so that a larger volume was imaged, to good effect I think. I am thinking of putting together an instructable, and a thingiverse thing with my 3D printed optical mounts in the near future.

Schlieren Images

Thursday may 3rd, CMKT 4

columbiagadgetworks — Wed, 02 May 2012 01:38:51 +0000

This next Thursday we will have the privilege to host CMKT at Brad’s shop. They will be bringing kits and to build for $15 so bring some money. It should be a lot of fun.
Here is their little blurb:

Build an EconoMIC Bottle-Cap Contact Mic with CMKT 4 $15

Circuit-bending rock trio CMKT 4 will help students build a sturdy, working piezoelectric pickup using components and recycled materials. The band will help you learn to solder and ensure your success in building the kit. The comic book instructions will help guide you through their special process of soldering, drilling, gluing, zipping, and dipping – Voila! You are the proud owner and maker of your very own EconoMIC Bottle-Cap Contact Microphone (from Creme DeMentia). This simple transducer will create an audio signal from physical vibrations – like an electric stethoscope! Stick around for a performance from the band while the tool-handle dip dries!

See you there!

April 19

columbiagadgetworks — Sat, 28 Apr 2012 02:56:52 +0000

A lock picking marathon!
every one was picking locks, for many this was their first time. I think every one had a good time and much was learned.

Have another nutter butter peanut butter sandwich cookie…

columbiagadgetworks — Sat, 28 Apr 2012 02:52:35 +0000

Have another nutter butter peanut butter sandwich cookie!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Nikon Pinhole Lens

Scott — Sat, 07 Apr 2012 22:02:18 +0000

I finally got my Nikon F-mount Pinhole Lens up on Thingiverse. You can see it at: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:20993. Here is a link to a Flickr set with some photos of the lens and some images I took with it. http://www.flickr.com/photos/k0v0/sets/72157629762934733/

This is the pinhole attachment.

This was my favorite image.

Hi All A few pics from our small…

Dan — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 14:56:46 +0000

Hi All,
A few pics from our small HackNight at Scott’s on the 16th. We mostly looked over Scott’s new Mosiac 3D printer and discussed plans for converting the MiniMill to CNC. Enjoy!

(click thumbnails)

would love to attend a HackNight where do…

Brent — Sat, 18 Feb 2012 07:39:15 +0000

would love to attend a HackNight where do I find out about location? I think I could contribute some things to your community.

The website looks great Luc

Scott — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 19:23:07 +0000

The website looks great Luc!

http www flickriver com photos tags cgw interesting…

Dan — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:05:07 +0000

http://www.flickriver.com/photos/tags/cgw/interesting/

We had a great Hack meeting at Shop…

Dan — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 22:43:35 +0000

We had a great Hack meeting at Shop in the Woods Thursday night.
Brad had the 3D printer printing and the laser cutter cutting. Luc, Alex and Keenan were working on the wooden iphone project. This is kind of a fund raiser, awareness project. Luc and Keenan have 9 orders for them so far from friends at school.
Scott had is universal DSP radio up and working with cool realtime FFT plots.

Photo’s from the Hack Night:

It was a fun evening with a great turnout!