I started off with the goal of making a full featured key chain generator with support for multiple lines. As I kept adding features/functions, I realized it could also be used to make other type of tags, or even larger signs.

New Parametric Picture Frame Backing model released - variable sizing and options for stands, nail hangers, and support for frames using turn-buttons. This started as a simple fix for a frame with a broken kickstand, but ended up being redesigned 3 times in 3 different software packages to offer the most flexibility. The final version uses OpenSCAD - and the result is a clean, fully parametric model with flexible options. Give it a try if you have frames with broken backs around the house.

My first OpenSCAD model! I designed a fully customizable text dice — you can change the size, font, depth, and even pick between Rounded or Cubic body styles. Great as a novelty gift or game accessory. Would love to hear feedback from the community!

The Hexadecimal Decoder for the Modular Mechanical Binary Counter System is ready.

So I made a thing. It's not a particularly useful thing, but somehow this is the one that stuck in my head demanding to be let out. I was looking for a project complex enough to really stretch my design skills. I could have picked dozens of more useful and probably more popular projects. I don't know why even thought about, or settled on, a modular binary counter. But I did a search and could only find the traditional, gravity based tab-carry mechanism models. It’s fully mechanical, modular, and gear-driven—no electronics. Just rubber bands, bearings, and plastic. It has a clutch mechanism that aids in connecting the units together and allows you to flip any bit in the system independent of turning the crank. Then, somehow, I thought it would be cool if I could decode the nibble (4 bits) into a it's hexadecimal representation. For this decoder, I had hoped to do a traditional 7 segment display. I have seen a few mechanical 7 segment displays, but it soon became clear that it would be way too complex to mechanically convert the inputs into a form that could drive a 7 segment display. There are just to many ORs and ANDs involved. So I finally settled on using a dot card behind a mask into a ‘13 dot’ display. The core binary counter system is now published. The Hex Decoder module is nearly ready. I’m still refining tolerances and writing assembly instructions, but I hope to release it soon.(Edited)

My boss asked me to spin up a mount for these switch models to clear up work surface. We've ended up using them in other locations as well.

My boss asked me to spin up a mount for this drive to clear up work surface.

#2024 Annual Summary I started 3D printing with a Ender type platform printer in 2023. It was fun, but I found the constant maintenance and slower speed to be very limiting. I finally purchased a P1S in September of this year and - WOW - what a difference! It turned this into a real hobby for both me an my wife! I love that I can print other peoples models, design my own models, and also remix and tweak other models to get something truly unique. I will share three images. The first is a model that I think really shows the versatility of this hobby. It is the High Speed Propeller Launcher by @LukasHannert. Using just PLA, this model includes the spinner unit, which is strong enough to spin up gears at a 1:64 ratio. But it also includes the propellor blades that are thin and light enough to soar into the air: https://makerworld.com/en/models/628601#profileId-553231 The second is a functional model I designed - a parking aid device - to help know when to stop when parking in a garage: https://makerworld.com/en/models/683859#profileId-612508 And the third picture is a themed brick man project that I completed as personalized Christmas gifts for co-workers. This involved remixing models from several different creators. Most of the remixing was done with some of the incredible tools contained within Bambu Studio, proving that it is more than just a slicer.