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How do you call that "type" of structures?

I want a room shaped like an octagon, with windows on each of its sides

But first I need to know how it is called

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i've got the idea in my head to make an electric longboard DIY
i'm thinking 10S2P configuration (10 cells total, 5 cells in series in two packs that are in parallel) so it'll get good top speed around 20mph and good range around 10 miles

has anyone else attempted something like this? is it better to get kits like a motor kit and battery pack kit and put it all together or go raw parts and CNC your own motor mounts and wire your own battery packs with battery management systems etc?

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Hello /diy/, I'm coming from /3/ and I'm looking for advice.

For an uni project which I described here >>>/3/546388
I created a sort of Mars looking landscape using Worldmachine and Rhino. Pic related. The total landscape is about 150x150 cm, and I divided it into 9 parts of 50x50 each, so I don't have to carry around a huge model.
I also want the robot to print the final result of the project directly onto the middle part of the model, so by splitting it up, I can build the middle part a couple of times and replace it if something goes wrong.

Anyway, I'm looking for tips or advice or any pointers on how I could actually build this landscape to look as realistic as possible.
Coming from an architecture background, my usual way of recreating landscape would be to just slice up the model into layers of around 1-3mm height and then use a lasercutter to cut the shape. This creates a terraced, uniform look which is okay for architectural models, but does not look very natural.
I have looked at a couple of videos from people building landscapes for model trains, but I could not find one that recreated actual terrain, it was always sort of random.

I dont have any real budget constraints, so I'm also looking into having the pieces cnc milled, but if I could spend less, I would prefer that. I have about 2 weeks to finish this thing.

Thanks for your help!

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So I've inherited this laptop motherboard from a mate and an planning to use it for myself as a low powered pc /htpc/emulation/internet browser. I've got everything sorted out, my only question is, will soldering heatsinks to the heatpipes help reduce the temperatures at all?

I have a 2 or 3 chipset drivers from dead motherboards I can use.

I'd try it out without bothering to ask usually, but this is something that I'm worried might be permanent once soldered on.

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Plant shelf

All elements are cheap 1" by 2" construction wood
+ 1 board on the floor (not pictured)
Is this a reasonable design?

Lights:
3x Philips Master LEDtube UO 1200mm
each ~ 2500 Lumen @ 18 W
~ 138 Lumen/W

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How hard would it be to build a desk like this? It costs a grand to buy so I'm hoping it would be cheaper to do it myself. Is it a suitable beginners project?

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What is the most cost effective way to fix this hole in the side of my foundation? I'm renting the house and I don't want to spend a lot of money on it. I also want to keep cats and other critters out as I keep hearing cats under the bathtub and found a dead opossum next to the hole the other day.

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Aight, so I have this idea for a simple game.

Now, moving the bullshit aside, I need a place that I can learn programming. I know basic C++, I've taken a few courses on it. But I need a solid tutorial.

Theres thousands of these tutorials out there, which do you recommend?

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Which is the strongest trade?

Plasterers get huge shoulders, glaziers get big backs, brickies get forearms, electricians are wimpy little faggots.

The strongest workers I've come across are the bench top guys. I guess moving slabs of granite around has an effect.

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hey /diy/,

for a project i'm working on, i need to find a material which would come in sheets, preferably at least 10mm thickness, and which is flexible and smooth.

i tried using liquid plastic, the one from which fishing lure are made, and pouring it into molds, but it's too expensive and it's not exactly what i have in mind

i tried silicon rubber, but it's much more expensive and harder to get

any ideas?

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i have a masters in electrical engineering yet its still illegal for me to install a down light.

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Remodeling the house pictured and am looking for software that will allow me blueprint the current house. Then to be able to add an addition onto to it with different option. Would also like to be able to view the interior and plan out the different rooms. Changes windows, door, flooring. Being able to add a custom work like cabinets or deck would be great too.

I've been using Dream Plan Home design which is decently functional but lacks the ability to add roofs or beams. Being able to plan out landscaping would be nice. Is there software to cover this or do I need a couple different programs?

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Is there any chance anyone's got a .pdf of The Anarchist's Tool Chest?

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I'm going to /diy/ my own desk this summer, and was just looking for some suggestions and ideas.

Right now, the extent of my plans are that it'll be around 7' x 3' and rock solid. I'll be making due with a circular saw+Kreg rip guide since I don't have a table saw, but other than that I'm set tool-wise.

Y'all got any ideas or suggestions on how to go about things? Free-standing versus wall mounted, how thick it should be, if I should reinforce the edges, MDF vs plywood, how to do cable management, should I mount power outlets and USB ports, should I make it fixed/adjustable/sit-stand height, etc. What do you guys like and dislike about your current desks? Should I include drawers? I think my biggest sticking points are how to determine the correct height if it's not adjustable, and how I should finish the top. I want it to be waterproof, but I also want it not to be sticky/tacky(like glass) when my arms rest on it in the summer.

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Trying to get an led strip to flicker at a specific frequency
http://www.bbc.com/news/health-38220670
This is a simple enough task that I can do it with minimal Arduino experience right?