I'm Building A LASER GUN Prop (and now the electronics works!)

[@Nerdforge]

The laser gun is really taking shape, and all the electronics are working! Next time we'll finish this up by covering everything and decorating it - and I can't wait for that! Hope you enjoyed this video, and I'll see you soon :D - Martina

[@areh3918]

When I Saw Thumbnail On Notification I Thought It Was Styro Pyro

[@nochannel1q2321]

I think you accidentally left off which laser diode you're using.

[@darth_dan8886]

@@nochannel1q2321 Watch the previous video, it's not even a laser...

[@darth_dan8886]

I can't really imagine this done with actual lasers. Mainly because I was testing out lasers for my laser guitar the other week and almost got burnt. On a SINGLE laser diode. Just 500mw. I know I could pack like 16 of them into a tight beam, I know it'll be powerful, but I'd be scared for my eyesight when using that sort of death machine...

[@nochannel1q2321]

@@darth_dan8886 Yeah. I thought it was actual laser not a prop. Here's a 40W you might not have seen yet.

[@brucevila]

Apart from the fact that with their videos one learns a lot, they are also very fun. You are the best guys!

[@JonathanBlido]

Indeed... :D

[@simmerelise]

Part 3 coming any time soon??? I really want to see how this turns out finished.

[@ixchellazaro4971]

theres is a part 3 already??? i am looking for but i dont find

[@scarlettchick9793]

I'd love to see the results too

[@dan_zehner]

Came here looking for Part 3 too. Hopefully we'll see a finished result from this epic build!

[@margotle7353]

@@dan_zehner still no result, so sad

[@Racoonma392]

Please?

[@Karen_Tries]

Wait, I can't find part 3... I NEED THE FINAL RESULTS!!!!!

[@Renbora232]

This is what they replied to one of the commenters who asked the same question: "Heyyy! Good question: this series performs really bad, while we want to do it, it's hard to allocate over a week to do something it seems most people don't want to watch. Maybe someday we will finish it! Hansi writing here! I'm trying to find how my type of content can fit with Martina's epic projects. More likely you'll see less standalone projects from me, but hopefully more coops!"

[@soniccinos]

@@Renbora232 So basically they were only interested in views.... And to those who really cared they just ignored and throw a finger... If I was ever a patron or a member, that would the the moment I would drop the support.

[@nickdriessen6159]

Just started creating my own book. Can't wait until it's finished! Greetings from Holland

[@brokenvirusbeats]

We want part 3. Thanks for your videos.

[@tom9608]

This whole channel could be summed up with just: “this is cool, but what if we add rgb leds?”

[@jerrb7991]

Like Linus tech tips

[@ChainedInsanity]

I subbed because of the rgb tbh

[@CrowBuilds]

Rgb led's make anything cool 😉

[@dmaram]

Absolutely love the glasses on you. You should wear them more often

[@patriciapinto2820]

Part 3 please! Amazing work so far (as usual!) Thanks a million stars for your videos!

[@dasPanthertier123]

when i heard "now stay safe in your homes" i was like 'oh was this posted in 2020?' but it turns out Martina can actually predict the future

[@christiannewling3859]

What happened to the final video on this project? I want to see how it turns out

[@ebonyparkes4781]

Really liked this project idea and was hoping to find part 3 After scrolling the comments, I saw someone quote Hansi explaining about a year ago that this project series didn't do so well so they can't put time away for it - which I totally get! The engagement in this video alone is alot less that these guys usually have and I can ONLY think that this is KZbin burying the project as it has the word Gun in the title. KZbin very much are in control of what videos are promoted and I know they probably won't promote it if they think it's about guns. Maybe you could miss out that danger word in the next one?!

[@ElanorNarmolanya]

Hansi bursting in when she said "programming" with the neon glasses was comedy gold 🤣😂

[@tzxazrael]

(BAM!) "Did i hear... 'programming'?" lmfao!

[@ryanmalvey429]

Lol I jumped out of my chair at that part

[@alexjaeger6490]

7:31 was really cool. Lol But anyway you make a good job fellas.

[@silvessshine5617]

Can't wait for the next part! Really hope you will see this project through!

[@jmasonrcingabout273]

When Martina showed up wearing her glasses my nerdy heart skipped a beat. So cute.

[@jonathanfairchild]

Tbh I think she should wear them all the time they look so good on her. And her eyes and head will thank her too. Win win.

[@cordeliathedm]

You can really see the production quality going up on this video. Well done guys. Your videos are not only crazy entertaining but also very smexy.

[@KITPUNK]

Great video as usual! I can't recall if it was mentioned in the first part, but have you considered "frosting" the tube either by sanding or a diffuser insert? Would help the light travel significantly across it. Mind you it depends on the look your going for. Can't wait to see the final gun :D

[@LNprod12]

Hey Martina, I have noticed that you have some really cool earrings. It would be really awesome if you made some DIY epoxy resin ones. I think they might be a little too heavy but I think it's worth a try. (This is just a suggestion)

[@quokkakola1722]

Now I’m hooked. Did this ever get finished?

[@RedStefan]

"Did I hear programing!" 7:30 Had to rewind it a couple of times hahaha

[@Dumpfmuff]

omg I did that too :D

[@UltraHeatSeeker]

did this ever get finished? I would love to see the finished product.

[@baderaouachi3213]

Amazing stuff+ craziness+ LEDs (and more LEDs) + fun = nerdforge channel Continue like this, you're doing great!!!

[@molchmolchmolchmolch]

I like this explanation of the code and also seeing Hansi's part in projects more explicitly.

[@ol-Daddy-doodoo]

i deal with acrylics and CNC lasers every day at work, and i have recently found out that if youre gonna be using any kind of glue on acrylic you should be using this stuff called scigrip 16. i would look into it since i see you two using acrylics in quite a few of your projects. also you should drill a small hole at the end of those cracks to stop the crack fromspreading further down the tube. if either of you every have need any acrylic or laser advice just shoot me a DM, id be happy to help in any way i can (I even know a few people in norway.) keep up the great content.

[@sonofhamp]

Did part 3 of this ever get posted? I can't find it on the channel :\

[@tristandowrick3327]

I need to see the finished thing!! Have you covered it all up yet? It looks frikking cool! Reminds me of the Necron Gauss Cannons from Warhammer 40k!

[@Renbora232]

This is what they replied to one of the commenters who asked the same question: "Heyyy! Good question: this series performs really bad, while we want to do it, it's hard to allocate over a week to do something it seems most people don't want to watch. Maybe someday we will finish it! Hansi writing here! I'm trying to find how my type of content can fit with Martina's epic projects. More likely you'll see less standalone projects from me, but hopefully more coops!"

[@Micca_]

I’m every time totally impressed, that both of you not just very creative, you also could do electrical work! Sooo cool!

[@XxSharpieItBlackxX]

"My eyesight isn't that bad so I just ignore it." such a mood. My prescription is low for both eyes but my astigmatism is horrendous and so I have to wear glasses to correct it :P Also @ Hansi: Even though I'm not where I can be to make LED projects yet (small apartment) having you upload the code helps me understand what it does when I read through it. So thank you for the uploads!!

[@pamelaespy10]

Where is the final video? Has it been released yet or am I overlooking it?

[@Firewolf_Daimyo]

I've been watching your videos for a while now and I've seen the editing getting better and better as you've got more comfortable to experiment with the format of the video, and I have to say this was an absolutely amazing edit. Really enjoyed this video so much!

[@Nerdforge]

Thanks for noticing, that really means a lot to us! :)

[@louiechidwick6034]

If you had tested that awesome creation with the help of a smoke machine in the dark, you may have actually got a laser-like beam of light from it! You may even benefit from incorporating a smoke machine to blow vapour along the tube to highlight the focused beam of light as it passes along it and leaves the gun. Just a thought! Great video, and lovely to see all your skills coming together for this creation. Hugs, Louie :)

[@red_fry]

Is there a part 3 ? I want to see it !

[@Renbora232]

This is what they replied to one of the commenters who asked the same question: "Heyyy! Good question: this series performs really bad, while we want to do it, it's hard to allocate over a week to do something it seems most people don't want to watch. Maybe someday we will finish it! Hansi writing here! I'm trying to find how my type of content can fit with Martina's epic projects. More likely you'll see less standalone projects from me, but hopefully more coops!"

[@kenziethekorean4509]

That joy at 11:35 is like, the most pure form of joy/happiness I’ve seen in a very long time from a KZbinr. Absolutely love your channel! I’ve been following y’all’s journey for a very long time now through multiple accounts that I accidentally made since I kept forgetting the email I used for each password😂😂 Please don’t change how you are! You are original and funny and just breath of fresh air on KZbin. Much love, from Texas!

[@mavos1211]

Absolutely love the glasses look! You remind me of a supervillain when they are in disguise or Harley Quinn when she was a doctor but starting to go crazy! 🤣

[@marc0xA]

Yes, she has an evil face

[@thelateraledge]

Looks great so far, it would be cool if you could hook up an old camera flash to the electronics so that when you pull the trigger you get a bright flash of light, although I have no idea of electronics and it seems that you have put in quite a lot of work into the electronics so far. I just thought it might be an interesting addition to the lighting effect.

[@supercables251]

Because you are using the fastled library, you can do some pretty cool soft fades with the leds!

[@nicoleb3781]

I love everything about this channel You guys should do a collab with Simone Giertz, I imagine super epic things would happen!

[@cartoon80s90s]

You should make sure that the LED strip that shows the charging animation is visible when you cover the sides of the gun. It looks so good. This isn't a pew pew gun, it's a blast cannon. Ideally, after the charging is complete and you pull the trigger, it will show an intense flash and then start charging again.

[@ravenite-void]

"Stay safe in your homes." That hits differently in the beginning of 2021

[@Admiral_Lynx89]

It's sad that other lens broke, but if you haven't thrown it away yet, maybe you could smooth down the rough edges and turn it into a piece of glass jewelry? It would look neat refracting a metallic backing that gives it a moonstone-like look. Of course, it's not necessary to go that far for the broken lens--this was just a thought I had so you don't feel that dropping it was a waste. Getting back on topic. This episode of the laser gun build was extra fun. I'm really enjoying watching this project come together. :D

[@vhione1946]

I need Hansi's programming skills and Martina's creativity 😌😌😌

[@Ruben-rr3dt]

You could always use a rotary encoder to dynamically change the colours? Use the push to cycle through the r g and b, and rotate to change the values, and perhaps with a another small one (those that snap into a setting, can't remember the name) could be used to address different parts of the gun, or just increment every base value with the same amount, so you have the same pattern throughout the system, but with different colors. Just maybe something you can consider if you want to be able to change the colors on the fly. Anyway, keep up the good work 😀😀

[@kinanabbasi7343]

I think a good idea for the rubber band on the trigger should be orthodontist rubber bands. They're small, durable, and the pack comes with a ton of them.

[@abcdefg3386]

It's always a good idea to drill a small hole at the end of a crack. That prevents it from going any further.

[@soimsha.]

Skjera Bagera means what’s up. Yes after bingeing almost every video I just now translated that😂

[@lipstickwitch5256]

Well it's a good thing I'm already subscribed 'cause that little baby should always be purring!

[@bardenegri21]

Diffused acrylic would make it look a lot more like a beam/lightsaber. Still looks epic, can't wait to see it done

[@MCsCreations]

Fantastic job, guys!!! 😃 The lens remembered me of the 10w LED flashlight I built a while ago... Luckily I didn't destroy it! 😂 Too bad the video is only in Portuguese. 😕 Now I'm recording both in Portuguese and English. Some people didn't liked it, but most did... So I guess I'm good. 😊

[@tgdwarf]

Hansi coming into the room like a programming knight, ready to slay any code problem.

[@МедныйПатрик]

Is there gotta be some "part 3"? I'm so curious about the final version - _ -

[@sirenamber]

It's coming along so well! Me and my little boys love your channel and are especially excited about this project! Thanks for teaching and inspiring us!

[@taliapretty6202]

Hi Hi!! I love your videos so much! You've really gotten me into book binding and all! I think yu're really pretty too. Thank you for all your hard work and the endless amounts of happiness you bring!

[@karissaprice2970]

When Hansi burst through the door I laughed so hard at your reaction Martina, 🤣 not laughing at u i promise, laughing with u at Hansi.

[@af0ulwind115]

next time... imagine a slightly reflective window tint wrapped around the tube, and an led strip embedded in the end of the acrylic with an opaque cover around the led and the base of the tube so as to not see the led directly... the next step would be an other focal lens like in telescopes, to focus the large led so it isn't as wide spread light but a straight beam, maybe allow the light to expand in the tube and refocus when it hits the reflective tint? just more things to play with!

[@caspatic825]

still waiting patiently for the next part... this is probably one of my favorite builds you guys have ever done. very EPIC!!!!

[@Renbora232]

This is what they replied to one of the commenters who asked the same question: "Heyyy! Good question: this series performs really bad, while we want to do it, it's hard to allocate over a week to do something it seems most people don't want to watch. Maybe someday we will finish it! Hansi writing here! I'm trying to find how my type of content can fit with Martina's epic projects. More likely you'll see less standalone projects from me, but hopefully more coops!"

[@punkofnc]

This is the finest craft i have ever seen.

[@rubnm5]

The glasses give you a cool inventor look. Edit: 7:30 hahaha!

[@savannahcarter1082]

Where is part 3? 🙀😌 Found you about 2 months ago and I am working my way through all of your videos, I need this part 3!!

[@stepankratky4435]

When you Will finish that make it factory production and sell it like your merch

[@MattGreenland1]

That is some Hackers level of programming.

[@Historical_Seamstress]

Awesome video and you look great in your glasses!

[@CannaBeardGrows]

I am in Lurv with your Setup, Layout, Lighting, Angles etc, im so Need to upgrade my sunday set now. ty and damit

[@Sheithan]

Pew pew gun is pew pew awesome. Jokes aside, it looks badass! And it's not even painted!

[@DominusFeles]

Wait, where's part 3?

[@Renbora232]

This is what they replied to one of the commenters who asked the same question: "Heyyy! Good question: this series performs really bad, while we want to do it, it's hard to allocate over a week to do something it seems most people don't want to watch. Maybe someday we will finish it! Hansi writing here! I'm trying to find how my type of content can fit with Martina's epic projects. More likely you'll see less standalone projects from me, but hopefully more coops!"

[@DominusFeles]

@@Renbora232 So, they just need a wiser audience 😇

[@d-man8993]

Probably should have used Poly-carbonate tube instead of acrylic. It is very durable, also diffusion film in the tube will show light in the tube better. That is what is used on custom Light sabers.

[@michaelfloyd3157]

if you want a specific colour is it better to get that colour tube or is the clear one more vibrant do you think?

[@sophmc9675]

You guys have the most amazing channel!! Thank you so much for the entertainment, distress, and inspiration!!!!❤️❤️❤️

[@TheMariusDarkwolf]

A small spring might be a better idea than the bit of rubber/elastic that you've got on the trigger switch, it'll certainly have a longer life.

[@richsmout550]

Been trying to find the final episode! Did you do one?

[@Renbora232]

This is what they replied to one of the commenters who asked the same question: "Heyyy! Good question: this series performs really bad, while we want to do it, it's hard to allocate over a week to do something it seems most people don't want to watch. Maybe someday we will finish it! Hansi writing here! I'm trying to find how my type of content can fit with Martina's epic projects. More likely you'll see less standalone projects from me, but hopefully more coops!"

[@Oearth]

I've become obsessed with watching your channel. I've watched your latest things, your earliest things, it's all amazing, but I MUST see the "Final Result" of the laser gun!! (all covered like you intended). I couldn't find the video...did KZbin take it down? Please...my soul needs it...I feel incomplete.

[@army0910]

Will there ever be a Part 3?????

[@yogogym]

So inspired by your projects! I plan on building something with leds soon!

[@endrestadaudun]

you should make a tube with reflective inside to gather up the light you loose and put 2-3 lenses behind. for eatch lens you concentrate the light more. ;)

[@keshtfiu]

What happened with that gun? I see only 2 videos here but nothing with the end result... I hope you haven't gave up on it!

[@WinchesterxNL]

Question, did you eventually end up making the frame for this beautiful piece? Or is it still going to happen? And will Hanzi ever return with his videos? So many questions. So many possibilities. We will find out next episode (Possibly, maybe, let's be hopeful.) Of Nerdforge!

[@Nerdforge]

Heyyy! Good question: this series performs really bad, while we want to do it, it's hard to allocate over a week to do something it seems most people don't want to watch. Maybe some day we will finish it! Hansi writing here! I'm trying to find how my type of content can fit with Martina's epic projects. More likely you'll see less standalone projects from me, but hopefully more coops!

[@WinchesterxNL]

@@Nerdforge Aaahh such a shame, would've loved to see the finished project, even if it's just on Instagram. Will be looking forward to seeing more coops though!

[@relei]

@@Nerdforge I want to see it finished too :(

[@stephentrenta3514]

Looking pretty sweet!! I wonder what it would look like if the acrylic tube was diffused? 🤔

[@Sui-Zan]

MARTINA!!! Give us the part 3! This is one of your best projects. Where is part 3? What happened? ;_;

[@mytchid4498]

That's amazing!! I really wish I had a gun like that like it's beyond amazing :0 Good work!

[@leonsmith3625]

Will there ever be a part 3? 😢

[@DaVoDeTh]

This Video is so fun! Y'all are approaching Bobby Duke levels of silly and I am HERE FOR IT! Keep making awesome content, I get so excited when I see y'all post thank you for making these!

[@danielelombardi8357]

Try to invert the position of the lens so you can have a focus

[@TheOlgaKayFan]

We need the end result! It looks sooooo cool!!

[@Sayge.772]

we need a part three!!! what happened!?!

[@DavidChan-k7p]

It's a giant flash light shape like a gun I LOVE IT

[@juliawirth1828]

So, what happened to part three? Just curious if I missed it...

[@GileadMaerlyn]

More than 2 years later, still no part 3 😢

[@jaroderickson2567]

I like your glasses, Martina! I'm really digging on how this project is turning out, too! 😁 Also waiting (im)patiently 😂 for the Tome of Water video, too! You and Hansi keep doing what you're doing; making awesome things!

[@Nerdforge]

The Tome of Water is coming, but not quite yet! ;)

[@spochan4]

Have there been any updates for this prop?

[@cashewhobbiticus8644]

Guys you are so creative and clever

[@justmeashley7923]

You guys should be pro prop makers for movies. Seriously!!!!

[@_-Ruki-_]

looking forward to the next part, great work!

[@wakscientist7410]

She said there were a ton of links. So...I weighed them. It turns out that there was actually a metric ton. Then I remembered that i live in the US and that we don't learn logical numbers here. I assure you, she is correct.

[@calolson9572]

"There's Programming to be done!!!" My first thought - It's Technical Boy from American Gods!!!!!

[@kargandarr]

If a crack is developing in a project all you need to do is drill a small hole at the back end of the crack and it should stop traveling along the material.

[@FMP346]

awesome, can't wait for it to shoot real lasers

[@marina-christinaschnee6876]

??? What about part 3??? I've been waitin a year! Pls! TELL MEEEEEEEE

[@Love.Yourself.1976]

You two are amazing ! ❤️❤️❤️

[@sea81793]

I think for the next project...should create clones of Martina and Hansi, then sell them on the shop.

[@cmdraftbrn]

the cat-pocalyse is upon us. and its adorable!