[Stefan] from CNC Kitchen explored an unusual approach to a multi-material print by making custom PLA filament with a TPU core to make it super-tough. TPU is a flexible filament …read more (https://hackaday.com/2024/05/04/3d-printing-in-custom-pla-with-a-tpu-core/)

Ham Radio Paddles Cost Virtually Nothing
https://hackaday.com/2024/05/04/ham-radio-paddles-cost-virtually-nothing/

If you don’t know Morse code, you probably think of a radio operator using a “key” to send Morse code. These were — and still are — used. They are …read more (https://hackaday.com/2024/05/04/ham-radio-paddles-cost-virtually-nothing/)

Giving Your KiCad PCB Repository Pretty Pictures
https://hackaday.com/2024/05/04/giving-your-kicad-pcb-repository-pretty-pictures/

Publishing your boards on GitHub or GitLab is a must, and leads to wonderful outcomes in the hacker world. On their own, however, your board files might have the repo …read more (https://hackaday.com/2024/05/04/giving-your-kicad-pcb-repository-pretty-pictures/)

RISC OS Gets An Update
https://hackaday.com/2024/05/04/risc-os-gets-an-update/

There should be rejoicing among fans of the original ARM operating system this week, as the venerable RISC OS received its version 5.30 update. It contains up-to-date versions of the …read more (https://hackaday.com/2024/05/04/risc-os-gets-an-update/)

Dune 3D: Open Source 3D Parametric Modeler From the Maker of Horizon EDA
https://hackaday.com/2024/05/05/dune-3d-open-source-3d-parametric-modeler-from-the-maker-of-horizon-eda/

When coming from the world of Autodesk and kin’s proprietary CAD solutions, figuring out which FOSS 3D CAD solution is the right one can be a real chore, as none …read more (https://hackaday.com/2024/05/05/dune-3d-open-source-3d-parametric-modeler-from-the-maker-of-horizon-eda/)

This Robot Picks Locks, If You’re Very Patient
https://hackaday.com/2024/05/05/this-robot-picks-locks-if-youre-very-patient/

We all know the Hollywood trope of picking a lock with a paperclip, and while it certainly is doable, most reputable locks require slightly more sophisticated tools to pick effectively. …read more (https://hackaday.com/2024/05/05/this-robot-picks-locks-if-youre-very-patient/)

Hive Monitor Is the Bee’s Knees
https://hackaday.com/2024/05/05/hive-monitor-is-the-bees-knees/

Beekeeping is quite the rewarding hobby. There’s delicious honey and useful wax to be had, plus you get the honor of knowing that you’re helping to keep the bee population …read more (https://hackaday.com/2024/05/05/hive-monitor-is-the-bees-knees/)