2009 October « Dawning.ca

Ubuntu 9.10 has landed!

October 29th, 2009

Here’s a youtube video I found that shows off some of the more visual aspects of 9.10 In case you haven’t heard, the latest release of Ubuntu 9.10 is out. This outstanding Open Source Operating System continues to refine and polish itself. I’ve been using the development/beta version for about a month now and […]

MakerBot Plastruder Crash

October 27th, 2009

While trying to print something on my MakerBot last night, I had an awesome fail where the heater barrel of the plastruder was ripped out. Upon continued reflection, I think this was the product of how I had the heater barrel interfaced with the insulator barrel and I think I know how to fix it […]

MakerBot Plastruder Modified For Slightly Enhanced Awesomeness

October 26th, 2009

Hello world, so I’ve been working very hard at getting my most awesome MakerBot working. It’s been a patience invoking venture and also extremely educational. The MakerBot employs some rather brilliant little tricks that make it simple, strong and friggin cheap. It’s a great gadget to have, though it’s definitely NOT for those who want […]