Everything went wrong but I still designed this custom articulated storage box

[@Garoninja]

This is not helping me convince myself I don't need a laser cutter. I hadn't even considered custom boxes

[@nathanwright8598]

Same. Been keeping my eyes open for a used one.

[@franklynotyourbussiness9401]

I can relate. If not for the fact I don't have space for it, I'd be getting one as soon as I could.

[@GrayeWilliams]

I can heartily recommend Xtool’s products. I’ve got the M1 laser/blade combo and the P2 co2, and both are incredible. I’ve been engraving since I was a kid and they’re stupid easy to use.

[@aeonjoey3d]

Haaaaaa!!!! I have no notes, guilty as well lol

[@aeonjoey3d]

@@GrayeWilliams oh man, i've seen thoes on instagram and thought they might be all hype at first but I've seen some setups that blew my mind, one guy showed off a conveyer belt add on!? i thought they were just consumer products but they have some solid prosumer and commercial use it looks like

[@Nifty-Stuff]

Just gotta say: Michael, that's a SUPER smart design!!!

[@thenextlayer]

Great video. Love seeing that you have the curse too. Check your email btw!

[@Engineerd3d]

Frustrating projects sometimes start innocent enough that they drive you nuts. I had more than I can remember, however it’s all a learning process… so I keep telling myself.

[@jurijsmisnakovs9284]

It's interesting that I have the exact same CO2 laser. While working on it, I've often wondered what would happen if the Y-axis belt were to break. Now I know! Thanks for the answer :D :D :D

[@php-3d]

Great Video! Like always!

[@iteerrex8166]

My most cursed project was a complex electrical board. It was a few years ago (before pcb-way), so I was building it by hand. Long story short, It just would not work, and after days of testing and tracing 🤦‍♂️, I built a new one from scratch. So yea the troubles and triumphs of RnD is real.

[@FedeHippo]

Maybe paint the inside white instead of black? Would be way easier to find black lenses at night. And for extra ease of use, install some LED strips in the same color as the flashlight you showed at the start

[@jimbob1er]

Yeah, lots of frustration involving freecad behaviour! Lol

[@RPMiller]

You should totally add some red LED strips for lighting so you can see inside the box for things like caps and the like. I know you have the torch, but some integrated lighting would be so chef's kiss.

[@erlendh3257]

The black lines are phenolic resin-based glue, often classified as 'outdoor use.' The transparent glue (5-ply in your case) is water-based and often categorized as indoor ply. The resin chars much more when being burned, making the laser less efficient at cutting through.

[@izzieb]

I am my parents most cursed project and I'm unfortunately still a work in progress.

[@theglowcloud2215]

bruh

[@kaytrim]

Almost every project needs some tweaking to get things working. At least you persevered and saw it through. I can't say the same thing with some of mine.

[@gameboys248]

Today I learned that acrylic under stress and isopropyl alcohol react together and the piece will start cracking from the stresspoint. Had to remake like 40% of the parts....

[@billereses4935]

Adding some red led stripes (or even some common red leds) on each top part and letting them going on when you open the box to illuminate all parts inside could be a nice addition. There is enough space for a small battery inside.

[@scottschlesier322]

Growth as a maker 😂. Do you level up based on number of four letter words uttered in a project.

[@imfabs]

Need to use an oscillating tool blade with carbide or titanium teeth for cutting the screws. Alternatively a good pair of side cutters

[@baddan]

Frustrating, but in the end, it worked flawlessly 👌🏻

[@gonegliding2966]

Yep, it happens. Welcome to the world of bespoke design!

[@quintensteffens1942]

Nice work. Thank you for sharing the reality of designing, I can fully relate.

[@MrGerhardGrobler]

good video, everything isn't always moonshine and roses.

[@swould333]

yep.. you got hit with a second curse also.... IF you buy any new astro gear it's guaranteed to be cloudy or rainy for a while....lol😄

[@theglowcloud2215]

How to lose all your money: start an astronomy hobby

[@reliablerusty7039]

LMFAO... Quote of the year "I would have filmed more but I was to busy cursing". I hear ya brother!

[@PoweredUP_]

My most cursed project is my 3d printer))) I have a love-hate relationship with it tbh.

[@billstoner5559]

Hmm…. I have a home made 3d printer. I spend more time on fixing it than I do on any other project. But that’s okay. I really feel great when a project prints out perfectly on my printer.😅

[@OldCurmudgeon3DP]

A little envious. My 10" Apertura has been in the shipping box since it arrived last Dec. Happy stargazing & clear nights. The Cloudy Nights forum is a wealth of info if you haven't been there.

[@cowboy124aa3]

you need to build yourself a small horizontal sanding drum with adjustable width for sanding those boards...lol Nice design, but I would have found a way to pull the filter out the side instead of the top, I know there was a side board sticking out on the telescope but if you put the filter in the front part I think you would have accomplished the same results.

[@mcorrade]

Dude I'd be swearing too man o man what a nightmare

[@DavidRolling]

I agree a super smart design! I had to smile because Been There Experienced That 🙂

[@IL3D]

Nice work! I love the process! I wonder if those clasps could be replaced with strong magnets as well 👍

[@sasukecruz2000]

yuhhh new drop on a friday. great day today

[@tehKaito23]

Isn't a handle missing?

[@wyohman00]

One clamp in the middle?

[@mrnlce7939]

A cacophony of cock ups.

[@tenchuu007]

Namaste.

[@questcoast]

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