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Platform for DIY ‘makers’ to buy and sell homemade gadgets – Tindie

July 30, 2012 /

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DIY platform Tindie https://tindie.com/ offers gadget makers the chance to display and sell their wares.

Full Story: http://www.springwise.com/lifestyle_leisure/platform-diy-makers-buy-sell-homemade-gadgets/

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3-D Printed Boat a ‘Historic First’

Students at the University of Washington created a boat using a 3-D printer and milk jugs — and then further proved the concept by racing the boat in the university’s Milk Carton Derby. Led by Matt Rogge of the Washington Open Object Fabricator’s club, the boat may be the first of its kind, according to the club.

Full Story: http://www.govtech.com/technology/3d-Printed-Boat.html