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archaeology1 year ago•4 min saved

Ancient Wooden Structure Challenges Human History Timeline

A groundbreaking discovery at Kalambo Falls in Zambia has revealed wooden structures dating back 476,000 years, challenging the traditional view of early humans as primarily stone tool users. These artifacts, possibly created by Homo heidelbergensis, include a platform or shelter base, a wedge, and a digging stick, indicating advanced woodworking skills. The findings suggest early hominins were more inventive and resourceful than previously thought, using wood to shape their environment long before Homo sapiens emerged. This discovery prompts a reevaluation of the "Stone Age" label, highlighting the significance of wood in early human history.

via Earth.com|

#archaeological-discovery #archaeology #early-humans

technology1 year ago•2 min saved

Top Tools and Gadgets of 2024: A Comprehensive Guide

The 2024 Tool of the Year Awards has recognized Grizzly's 21-inch Variable-Speed Scroll Saw as a DIY Game Changer for its innovative design. This scroll saw features a pressure-sensitive foot pedal for better control and a tilting saw arm instead of a tilting table, allowing for more precise and stable cuts. These enhancements make it easier for beginners and improve the overall woodworking experience, marking a significant advancement in the scroll saw industry.

via Bob Vila|

#diy #grizzly #innovation

technology1 year ago•11 min saved

"Government Pushes for Safer Table Saws to Prevent Finger Injuries"

The U.S. government is considering mandating a safety brake, similar to the one used in SawStop table saws, on all new table saws sold in the country. This move follows years of efforts to impose such a standard, with proponents arguing that it could prevent tens of thousands of medically treated table saw injuries per year. While manufacturers have opposed the rule, citing increased costs for consumers, proponents believe the benefits outweigh the costs. SawStop's competitors are represented by the Power Tool Institute, which argues that the new safety rule would be an overreach. Despite industry objections, the Consumer Product Safety Commission is expected to approve the mandate later this year.

via NPR|

#cpsc #safety #sawstop

science1 year ago•0 min saved

"Uncovering Stone Age Tool Use Through Hands-On Experiments"

Researchers from Tokyo Metropolitan University are using replica stone tools to understand how our ancestors developed and used tools for woodworking during the Early Upper Paleolithic age, about 38,000 to 30,000 years ago. By examining the traces left on stone edges from tasks like cutting down trees and butchering meat, as well as non-use events like dropping and stepping on the tools, the team aims to gain insights into the ancient woodworking techniques.

via Interesting Engineering|

#early-upper-paleolithic-age #research #science

technology1 year ago•1 min saved

"Revolutionary 3D Printed Sphere-Making Machine Unveiled"

A 3D printed wooden ball polisher, designed by [Fraens], uses gear motors and cup-shaped grinding pads to maintain constant pressure on the developing sphere, while a triangular frame with springs pre-loads the arms and pulls them in toward the workpiece. The machine supports aggressive tooling and is capable of creating a final polished sphere, but concerns about its endurance due to vibrations and debris are raised.

via Hackaday|

#3d-printing #machine #polishing

diy-and-crafts2 years ago•1 min saved

"Revolutionary Laser-Cut Wedge Tenon Ensures Perfectly Secure Wood Joints"

Woodworker Jiskar Schmitz has designed a clever "hammer joint" that can be made with a laser cutter, creating quick and solid joints without the need for glue or fasteners. This joint is a variation of the wedged mortise and tenon joint, utilizing a built-in wedge that expands the tenon outward to create a tight and secure connection. The hammer joint takes advantage of the laser cutter's thin kerf and blind cutting capabilities, making it ideal for birch plywood and other materials. There is also potential for further improvement by adding a ratchet and pawl shape to prevent the wedge from backing out.

via Hackaday|

#diy-and-crafts #hammer-joint #joinery

diytech2 years ago•1 min saved

Crafting a Challenging Wooden Game Boy with CNC

A beginner in CNC woodworking successfully replicated an original Game Boy case using walnut wood, utilizing nine different tools to reproduce the details of the injection-molded plastic case. The top and bottom shells were milled from both sides, requiring registration tricks and fixturing techniques. The front face lettering was milled out and filled with white spray paint, creating a beautiful contrast with the dark wood. While some challenges arose due to wood's limitations compared to plastic, the final result is a stunning and unique wooden Game Boy.

via Hackaday|

#cnc #diytech #engraving

archaeology2 years ago•5 min saved

"Unearthing Ancient Woodworking: Oldest Wooden Structure Found in Zambia-Tanzania Border"

Researchers have discovered nearly half a million-year-old logs in Zambia, Africa, providing evidence of early human woodworking. The logs, found near the Kalambo Falls, show signs of deliberate shaping and were likely used in the construction of large structures. This discovery pushes back the historical record of structural woodworking and suggests that early humans used wood for more ambitious creations beyond spears and digging sticks. The age of the logs was determined using a new dating technique based on quartz and feldspar grains.

via The New York Times|

#ancient-structures #archaeology #early-humans

archaeology2 years ago•2 min saved

Ancient Weapon Unveils Early Humans' Woodworking Mastery

Analysis of a 300,000-year-old throwing stick discovered in Germany reveals advanced woodworking skills among early humans, indicating communal hunting practices involving the whole community. The stick was meticulously crafted, demonstrating deep knowledge of wood properties. The findings suggest that lightweight weapons like throwing sticks enabled communal hunts of medium and small animals, potentially involving children. The stick was likely used to hunt red and roe deer, as well as fast-small prey. The well-preserved artifact provides valuable insights into early human behaviors and woodworking techniques.

via SciTechDaily|

#archaeology #communal-practices #early-humans

archaeology2 years ago•2 min saved

Ancient Humans: Masters of Woodworking and Hunting

A 300,000-year-old double-pointed wooden throwing stick found in Schöningen, Germany, has revealed that early humans were skilled woodworking experts. The stick was scraped, seasoned, and sanded before being used as a hunting weapon, indicating advanced woodworking techniques. The lightweight nature of these throwing sticks suggests they may have enabled group hunts of medium and small animals, potentially involving the entire community, including children. The findings shed new light on early human behaviors and their ability to plan and use sophisticated woodworking skills.

via Phys.org|

#archaeology #early-humans #hunting

lifestyle2 years ago•4 min saved

Tom Bodett's Transformative Journey: From Workhouse to Third Act

Tom Bodett, known as the voice of Motel 6, has found a new calling as a woodworker. After a life-changing accident and overcoming alcoholism, Bodett has embraced woodworking as his third act. He co-founded HatchSpace, a non-profit woodworking center, where he shares his love for the craft. Woodworking has helped him stay sober and brings him immense joy. At 68 years old, Bodett is content spending the rest of his life in his woodshop, leaving behind a legacy of craftsmanship.

via CBS News|

#hatchspace #lifestyle #motel-6

personal-essay2 years ago•6 min saved

"Tom Bodett's Transformative Journey: From Workhouse to New Calling"

In this personal essay, Tom Bodett reflects on his upbringing and the blurred line between work and play. He describes his lifelong passion for woodworking and the joy he finds in his woodshop, where he can escape from the demands of his professional career. Bodett shares his love for working with loud, dangerous machinery and the satisfaction he feels in conquering the challenges of maintaining his property. Despite the occasional setbacks and injuries, he finds solace in pursuing his hobbies and taking breaks from work.

via CBS News|

#carpentry #personal-essay #personal-reflection

home-improvement2 years ago•5 min saved

Top NYC Bookshelf Makers of 2023.

Custom bookshelves are a great way to add character and functionality to any home. Here are five of the best custom bookshelf makers in New York, including Abderazzak A., KLN Studio, Habiterra, Ethan Abramson, and Stephen Carr. Each maker has their own unique style and approach to creating custom bookshelves, with prices ranging from $3,000 to $60,000 and lead times ranging from four to fourteen weeks.

via Curbed|

#custom-bookshelves #furniture #home-improvement

entertainment2 years ago•4 min saved

Jennifer Garner's Eco-Friendly Birthday Plans Revealed

Jennifer Garner plans to celebrate her 51st birthday on April 17 by planting trees for the environment. The actress has been busy promoting her latest project, The Last Thing He Told Me, which is set to begin streaming on Apple TV+. Garner also learned woodworking to get in touch with her character in the show. She shares recipes on social media via her 'Pretend Cooking Show' but doesn't plan to take the project any further.

via Daily Mail|

#birthday #entertainment #environment