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Author: Michael Sauers, Technology Manager
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Tuesday Tech Tip: 3D printing technologies explained
September 9th, 2016 | Michael Sauers, Director of Technology
So, when it comes to 3D printing, there are several different methods for creating your object. But just what is the difference between fused deposition modeling, stereolithography, vat polymerization, and material jetting for example? The folks over at Hubs have a great set of descriptions and a handy chart to help you understand it all. Here's just a sample:
Both Stereolithography (SLA) and...
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Tuesday Tech Tip: The Cold Pull Technique
September 3rd, 2016 | Michael Sauers, Director of Technology
The folks over at Fabbaloo have a great article about a technique for cleaning out your 3D printer's nozle when it gets clogged.
"The truth with a desktop 3D printer is that you will definitely be performing service on it. But there’s one easy technique you must master.
"The “cold pull” technique is one that I found long ago and have used on many different 3D printers with great success....
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Tuesday Tech Tip: How Old School Floppy Drives Worked
August 13th, 2016 | Do Space
In these days of near-terabyte flash drives, let's take a look back at the days when punching a hole in some plastic would double your stoage to a whopping 2.4...
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Solving the Biggest Confusion about Lightroom
August 6th, 2016 | Michael Sauers, Director of Technology
In this latest Tech Tip, we share a video that will help with Adobe Photoshop Lightroom. Lightroom is a Creative Cloud Photography Plan that allows for you to sign in to add, edit and share your photos. Lightroom syncs between your computer, tablet, and phone, letting your photography shine...
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Tuesday Tech Tip: Fixing the Windows 10 Start Menu
July 12th, 2016 | Michael Sauers
Sometimes the Start Menu in Windows just decides it's not going to work any more. Live tiles stop updating and program icons are replaced by text that only slightly makes sense. In the past, the directions for fixing this problem involved accessing the Windows PowerShell and executing a command or two that you really didn't want to type in by hand. Well finally, Microsoft has made the Start Menu...
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Humans of Do Space
Meet Sonja Ostler
June 10th, 2016 | Michael Sauers, Director of Technology
Every single volunteer that assists us at Do Space provides an invaluable service that allows for us to go above and beyond our regular operations. We appreciate each and every person that dedicates their spare time to helping us accomplish all of our programs and services, but sometimes a special geek comes along that takes volunteer service to another level. Sonja is one of those extra...
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Humans of Do Space
Meet Matthew Madsen
May 19th, 2016 | Michael Sauers, Director of Technology
Matthew Madsen is a home theater installation specialist who enjoyes spending his free time at Do Space, either in the 3D Lab making things or as a Volunteer. Originally from Anita, IA, Madsen came to Omaha in 1998. Matthew definitely likes to build and fix things and is usually working on a unique maker project here at Do Space. Staff are always curious just what he is creating next and so we...
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Humans of Do Space
Meet Felicity White
May 13th, 2016 | Michael Sauers, Director of Technology
If you have kids and have been to Do Space then odds are that you have met Felicity White. Felicity works with us as a Community Learning Specialist helping run the Littles Lab and other education programs. In addition to currently being a valuable team member, Felicity has studied Creative Writing and English Literature and has worked as an Instructor and Coach at several universities. But her...
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Tuesday Tech Tips: 50 Minecraft Tips You May Not Have Known
May 10th, 2016 | Michael Sauers, Director of Technology
If you are an experienced player, this may not be particularly useful. But for those new to the game this should be...
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Tuesday Tech Tip: 10 Sketchup Tips Every Modeler Should Know
March 22nd, 2016 | Michael Sauers, Director of Technology
We have ShetchUp on most of our public computers and masterSketchup.com has plenty of tips for beginners and experienced users alike. Here's just one to get you started:
Use a 3-Button Mouse To Navigate
3 button MouseDon’t even think about clicking on the orbit or zoom button on the toolbar. You need to use a 3 button mouse to navigate in Sketchup. Although, John Bacus blew my mind at...
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