Q What’s the difference between a stepper and a servo? A The basic difference between a stepper and a servo-based system is the type of motor and how it is controlled. In a servo-based system, there ...

General CNC is a machinery manufacturer with a mission to expand the use of computer numerical control (CNC) technology. Typically CNC machines are programmed by engineers. General CNC wants to make ...

As with most writers for [HAD], I enjoy doing projects as much as I like writing about them. As a mechanical Engineer that writes for a blog mostly about electronics, a CNC router seemed like ...

The digital fabrication industry continues to grow, and there's no better time to be a maker. Much has been written about 3D printing, but many DIYers have found more practical uses for CNC routers ...

When it comes to personal manufacturing, 3D printers have been the hot news for years now. Their ability to print nearly anything at the push of a button is certainly impressive, but they can’t do it ...

For a certain kind of handy geek, the journey is way more fun than the destination. That’s why Patrick Hood-Daniel, founder of buildyourcnc.com and author of the DIY CNC bible Build Your CNC Machine, ...

There are a variety of wood routers suitable for a myriad of woodworking projects on the market these days. Most of the designs have been around for a number of years, and if you're a serious ...