July 2012
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Inkscape for the Laser Cutter
Have you always wanted to cut on the laser, but don’t know how to use a program that allows you to create the right kind of file? Inkscape for the Laser Cutter is happening this Tuesday, July 24 from 7-9:30PM.
This class is for beginners who have never used Inkscape before. I will be teaching you all the basics of this free vector imaging program so you can create your own laser cut projects....
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Advanced Arduino with Custom Sensors: New!
If you’ve taken the Intro to Arduino class and want to take your understanding of the Arduino platform farther or if you have been playing around with an Arduino and would like to learn more, the Advanced Arduino with Custom Sensors workshop is perfect for you. The workshop will take place on Tuesday, July 17, 7-9:30 PM.
The first part of the workshop will be dedicated to putting together...
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Intro to Arduino: EXTRA!!
Due to popular demand, we’ll be holding an extra Intro to Arduino Workshop on Monday, July 16, 7-9:30 PM.
Arduino is a microcontroller based hardware/software platform that allows you to create, control and customize a variety of electro-mechanical projects both small and large in scale. The robot in the photo can dance thanks to an Arduino board hidden in its base.
No previous...
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First Casting Workshop!
The first casting workshop at Metrix is happening tomorrow (July 3) at 7 PM.
Don’t miss out on all the fun making! The workshop will cover both silicone mold making and pouring urethane plastic parts. All the exercises will be hands-on and you get to take home what you make. The skills taught in the workshop apply to a wide range of casting materials.
Casting is a fabrication method that...
