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How to make a fast linear actuator from a gear motor and an old disk drive

To control various units in toy cars, a linear actuator (drive, actuator) is required. For example, to control the boom of a bucket on an excavator, you need some kind of hydraulic cylinder powered by

How to lengthen and make a double shaft for an electric motor

Some projects may require a dual shaft motor. If this is not at hand, then it can be made from a regular electric motor. If you have enameled wire for winding the armature, even a person far from skilled can cope with the task.

How to make a miniature compressor from a syringe and a machine gearbox

To pump up balloons, supply air to the aquarium, and for other purposes, you may need a mini compressor. The main part for its manufacture is the gear motor, which can be ordered cheaply on Aliexpress or simply removed from

How to make a crawler radio-controlled car

Let's consider creating a tracked vehicle with a fairly basic design that can be assembled in literally a couple of evenings. The entire structure can be divided into two parts - the tracked chassis and the electrical part, which will

Fashionable toy for the Christmas tree “Unicorn”. Master class for children

We suggest making a Christmas tree toy in the shape of a unicorn together with your children. Everyone knows that the fashion for these fairy-tale creatures has been going on for years and all the girls adore these toys. It's time to please your little ones with a wonderful unicorn toy,

Wool toys: Mouse - symbol of 2020

The closer we get to the holidays, the more cute mice appear on store shelves and windows. You can make an original gift yourself from wool. Sheep carding is a docile and convenient material for felting. Fibers and lint are good

Radio-controlled submarine made from a jug

Many modellers have made homemade radio-controlled models of ships and airplanes. A more complex stage of design is the manufacture of submarines. Let's look at an interesting submarine concept based on Lego parts and a jug.

How to give hand chewing gum or smart plasticine magnetic properties

Smart plasticine, also known as hand chewing gum, is one of the most popular polymer children's toys for developing finger motor skills. Even adults are guilty of playing with him. Let's consider a way to give smart plasticine magnetic

How to make Lizun or Slime with your own hands

Transparent green Slime, Slime or Chewing Gum for hands is a fashionable trend for creative ideas today. Borrowed from characters from the films Ghostbusters and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, the slimy lump of shapeless substance adapts to any

Boomerang from leftover laminate

After renovations, sometimes there are remnants of various building materials in the house, and I still have several strips of laminate flooring. How can you use these leftovers? Hot stand, small cutting board for the kitchen, shelf

How to create a soft yellow pig toy for the New Year

The Year of the Yellow Pig will pass in positive tones if you fill it with pleasant little things that give positive emotions. Creating a soft toy in the Tilda style will not take much time. The result will be a beautiful pig - a symbol of the New Year.

How to make a car that runs on the ceiling

Recently, anti-gravity cars that ride on walls and ceilings have become quite popular. This is a rather interesting and unusual toy that works on the principle of a vacuum cleaner that sucks air from under the car. In this article we

Kite from a package

The kite is the first flying machine invented by man. Its launch and flight can unite people of all ages and give a lot of impressions and joy. As children, most of us made a kite from improvised materials and

DIY plexiglass stalker spinner

A spinner is an interesting thing for children, although, to be honest, I don’t understand what’s so interesting about it... just like the rest of the older generation.But recently, after looking at this thing in action, I thought, why not make one myself? Out of curiosity, I can, or

Eternal flashlight in kinder

Having a very energetic dog that runs without a break after the ball, we decided to use this by making such a device to save some of the energy while jogging. We will make a keychain for the neck with an LED. In the morning, on a walk, it will charge, and

How to make a bear from a towel

Don't know what to give so that the present will really please you? I propose to make a surprisingly pleasant surprise from an ordinary towel. I will need a simple terry towel 50*30 cm and rubber bands (can be used for both money and

How to make a drone

A mini drone - a remote-controlled quadcopter - can be very easily made at home. You can use it for games and as a model for studying the operation of a drone. The design contains a minimum number of parts, and construction will take 15 minutes.

Fan air pipe made from plumbing fittings

The excitement of the game attracts and fascinates millions of sports fans. Fans have long been accustomed to this phenomenon. During matches, loud sounds are heard every now and then, similar to some kind of wind instrument. It's simple

How to sew a simple plush toy with your own hands

Every child has a favorite toy, most often these are cozy soft animals. Nowadays it is very fashionable to make toys with your own hands, because, unlike factory products, the work of a needlewoman is put into them.Such products are made with soul and love.

Remote controlled syringe rocket launcher

This is a very interesting and simple toy rocket launcher. Any teenager will simply be delighted to play with her. Personally, I’m already quite an adult, and I’m happy to launch rockets from this amazing design. The rocket launcher is fueled by steam.

Tulips - DIY Tilda for March 8th

March 8th is coming very soon. The most popular gift is flowers. But they fade so quickly, and no memory remains of them. What if you create an unusual bouquet that will never spoil and will delight the eye for many years?

Kar-Karych from Smeshariki

Hello, dear site visitors. Currently, the characters of the very famous Russian animated series “Smeshariki” are very popular, and each of them is very attractive in their own way. Toys in the form of characters from this cartoon are often

Happy elephant - sofa cushion

We create coziness and comfort in the house ourselves - with our own hands, according to our own idea of ​​what it should be. We are surrounded only by those things that are functional, convenient and interesting. According to Indians, every house should have an elephant: no, not

Simple robot - ladybug

Autumn is the time not only for wonderful forest photo shoots, but also for autumn crafts, which are expected from us in kindergartens and schools. The main thing in this matter is originality. In order to achieve 100% originality, you can make a robot ladybug

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