A brand new game that takes full advantage of Warp3D Nova has just been released by the AmiBoing/Entwickler-X team. Called Spencer, it’s a classic Jump’n run platform game with a bright and colourful cartoon 2.5D style.From a technical standpoint, its graphics are rendered in 3D with shaders providing advanced per-pixel 3D lighting. Having put a […]
ERROR If you’re signed up to the DIY mailing list, then you’ll already have seen this. Otherwise, the video above is a quick update on the DIY laptop project.Quick SummaryThe battery holder has been completely redesigned It has PTC fuses on all battery balancing cables (in addition to the one on the main circuit), so […]
Matthew Leaman recently published an article about the move to Polaris graphics cards on AmigaOS 4.x. He gave a good overview of why drivers for Polaris cards are needed and the work being done. That said, a picture is worth a thousand words, so I thought I’d give you a glimpse of the current driver […]
ERROR Last month I gave people a sneak peek at my DIY laptop project at AmiWest (and youtube). It’s been several weeks since, so it’s high time that I gave you more information. The video above gives a quick update (I’m almost done assembling a large 3D printer for prototyping), and details on the usual […]
ERROR It’s taken a while and several iterations, but I’ve finally got a a full HD (1920×1080) LCD panel and controller that I’m happy with.What I like:Full HD screen with low response time A matte anti-glare screen surface The controller has a sturdy cable & connector to the LCD panel Can be powered from a […]
ERROR So, you’ve built an enclosure for your 3D printer (like mine). Now it needs a heating system to keep it at constant temperature. Typical “off the shelf” heaters aren’t an option because it only needs about 300W of heat. Here’s my solution…The Enclosure Heating System in BriefA 1500W hairdryer put on the lowest (of […]
I’ve had my 3D printer for roughly a year now, and it’s taken a while to learn how to use
ERROR I was going to call it a “cheapskate” enclosure, but realized that a true cheapskate would just use a cardboard box (although then you can’t see what’s happening). Instead, it’s a “quick-n’-easy” enclosure, made from a few shelving units and a vinyl tablecloth. See the video above.Why an Enclosure?It’s winter here, and the 3D […]
ERROR Last blog post I mentioned rookie mistakes I’ve made. Today, I’m going to explain how they were overcome. I felt it would be easier explained in video, so watch the clip above.Quick SummarySometimes watching a video is helpful, and other times all you want are the key points. So here’s a quick summary of […]
You’ve probably heard about 3D printers at least in passing by now. Well, I’ve started tinkering with them too. I’ve always enjoyed creating/building things, whether that’s with software, electronics, wood, or some other material. 3D printers are just a newer means to create, and it’s only natural that I’m interested.3D Printing MaterialsI’ve added a few […]
