https://wiki.lowellmakes.com/api.php?action=feedcontributions&user=Keithjr&feedformat=atomLowell Makes - User contributions [en]2024-03-29T01:53:51ZUser contributionsMediaWiki 1.35.5https://wiki.lowellmakes.com/index.php?title=Classes&diff=7562Classes2015-07-29T23:44:08Z<p>Keithjr: /* Creating a class: Basic steps */</p>
<hr />
<div>= Classes at Lowell Makes =<br />
<br />
Members and nonmembers alike are welcome to attend any of the variety of classes, workshops, and info sessions offered at Lowell Makes. Members get a 20% discount on all class prices. <br />
<br />
== Upcoming Classes ==<br />
<br />
Information for all past and upcoming projects can be found at the [http://www.eventbrite.com/o/lowell-makes-3163005126 Lowell Makes Eventbrite page].<br />
<br />
== Teaching at Lowell Makes ==<br />
<br />
If you are interested in teaching a class at Lowell Makes, please contact events@lowellmakes.com <br />
<br />
=== Instructor FAQ ===<br />
<br />
'''I'm interested in teaching a class at Lowell Makes. Do I need to be a member to do so?'''<br />
<br />
Nope! Anybody is welcome to teach a class at our space. For classes that involve woodworking, machine tooling, or other potentially dangerous equipment, we ask that potential instructors get a safety check at Lowell Makes. Please contact info@lowellmakes.com to get in touch with the appropriate person.<br />
<br />
'''How does pricing work?'''<br />
<br />
Instructors are entitled to 50% of the ticket fees collected, after costs of materials. Lowell Makes has the ultimate say in ticket pricing based on materials costs and your input.<br />
<br />
'''My class requires that I purchase materials. Will I be compensated?'''<br />
<br />
Yes. When setting up the class, let us know ahead of time what your material costs will be. You will need to fill out a Purchase Order through Lowell Makes to be compensated if you need to purchase supplies beforehand.<br />
<br />
Please allow ample lead time for ordering materials and order extra just in case<br />
<br />
'''My class might take multiple sessions. Is this okay?'''<br />
<br />
It sure is! We can work with you to schedule out multiple blocks of time for an individual class, or create a recurring series of events. <br />
<br />
=== Creating a class: Basic steps ===<br />
# Contact events@lowellmakes.com and let us know that you are interested in teaching a class.<br />
# Put together a materials list with a cost estimate and submit it for approval before buying materials<br />
# Choose a time slot for your class. To ensure your schedule does not conflict with other events at Lowell Makes, check our events calendar: http://lowellmakes.com/calendar/<br />
# Create a class description that includes any prerequisites and age restrictions (e.g. 5 year olds can't operate a table saw). Also include a small logo image and determine the maximum class size.<br />
# Work with Lowell Makes to determine the class price.<br />
# Be sure that any assets that will be required will be available (e.g. projector, laptops etc)<br />
# Before the class, submit a [http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/fw9.pdf W9 form] at Lowell Makes.</div>Keithjrhttps://wiki.lowellmakes.com/index.php?title=Classes&diff=7561Classes2015-07-29T23:39:23Z<p>Keithjr: /* Teaching at Lowell Makes */</p>
<hr />
<div>= Classes at Lowell Makes =<br />
<br />
Members and nonmembers alike are welcome to attend any of the variety of classes, workshops, and info sessions offered at Lowell Makes. Members get a 20% discount on all class prices. <br />
<br />
== Upcoming Classes ==<br />
<br />
Information for all past and upcoming projects can be found at the [http://www.eventbrite.com/o/lowell-makes-3163005126 Lowell Makes Eventbrite page].<br />
<br />
== Teaching at Lowell Makes ==<br />
<br />
If you are interested in teaching a class at Lowell Makes, please contact events@lowellmakes.com <br />
<br />
=== Instructor FAQ ===<br />
<br />
'''I'm interested in teaching a class at Lowell Makes. Do I need to be a member to do so?'''<br />
<br />
Nope! Anybody is welcome to teach a class at our space. For classes that involve woodworking, machine tooling, or other potentially dangerous equipment, we ask that potential instructors get a safety check at Lowell Makes. Please contact info@lowellmakes.com to get in touch with the appropriate person.<br />
<br />
'''How does pricing work?'''<br />
<br />
Instructors are entitled to 50% of the ticket fees collected, after costs of materials. Lowell Makes has the ultimate say in ticket pricing based on materials costs and your input.<br />
<br />
'''My class requires that I purchase materials. Will I be compensated?'''<br />
<br />
Yes. When setting up the class, let us know ahead of time what your material costs will be. You will need to fill out a Purchase Order through Lowell Makes to be compensated if you need to purchase supplies beforehand.<br />
<br />
Please allow ample lead time for ordering materials and order extra just in case<br />
<br />
'''My class might take multiple sessions. Is this okay?'''<br />
<br />
It sure is! We can work with you to schedule out multiple blocks of time for an individual class, or create a recurring series of events. <br />
<br />
=== Creating a class: Basic steps ===<br />
# Contact events@lowellmakes.com and let us know that you are interested in teaching a class.<br />
# Put together a materials list with a cost estimate and submit it for approval before buying materials<br />
# Choose a time slot for your class. To ensure your schedule does not conflict with other events at Lowell Makes, check our events calendar: http://lowellmakes.com/calendar/<br />
# Create a class description that includes any prerequisites and age restrictions (e.g. 5 year olds can't operate a table saw). Also include a small logo image and determine the maximum class size.<br />
# Work with Lowell Makes to determine the class price.<br />
# Be sure that any assets that will be required will be available (e.g. projector, laptops etc)</div>Keithjrhttps://wiki.lowellmakes.com/index.php?title=Classes&diff=7560Classes2015-07-29T23:37:41Z<p>Keithjr: /* Instructor Tips */</p>
<hr />
<div>= Classes at Lowell Makes =<br />
<br />
Members and nonmembers alike are welcome to attend any of the variety of classes, workshops, and info sessions offered at Lowell Makes. Members get a 20% discount on all class prices. <br />
<br />
== Upcoming Classes ==<br />
<br />
Information for all past and upcoming projects can be found at the [http://www.eventbrite.com/o/lowell-makes-3163005126 Lowell Makes Eventbrite page].<br />
<br />
== Teaching at Lowell Makes ==<br />
<br />
If you are interested in teaching a class at Lowell Makes, please contact events@lowellmakes.com <br />
<br />
=== Instructor FAQ ===<br />
<br />
*I'm interested in teaching a class at Lowell Makes. Do I need to be a member to do so?*<br />
<br />
Nope! Anybody is welcome to teach a class at our space. For classes that involve woodworking, machine tooling, or other potentially dangerous equipment, we ask that potential instructors get a safety check at Lowell Makes. Please contact info@lowellmakes.com to get in touch with the appropriate person.<br />
<br />
*How does pricing work?*<br />
<br />
Instructors are entitled to 50% of the ticket fees collected, after costs of materials. Lowell Makes has the ultimate say in ticket pricing based on materials costs and your input.<br />
<br />
*My class requires that I purchase materials. Will I be compensated?*<br />
<br />
Yes. When setting up the class, let us know ahead of time what your material costs will be. You will need to fill out a Purchase Order through Lowell Makes to be compensated if you need to purchase supplies beforehand.<br />
<br />
Please allow ample lead time for ordering materials and order extra just in case<br />
<br />
<br />
=== Creating a class: Basic steps ===<br />
# Contact events@lowellmakes.com and let us know that you are interested in teaching a class.<br />
# Put together a materials list with a cost estimate and submit it for approval before buying materials<br />
# Choose a time slot for your class. To ensure your schedule does not conflict with other events at Lowell Makes, check our events calendar: http://lowellmakes.com/calendar/<br />
# Create a class description that includes any prerequisites and age restrictions (e.g. 5 year olds can't operate a table saw). Also include a small logo image and determine the maximum class size.<br />
# Work with Lowell Makes to determine the class price.<br />
# Be sure that any assets that will be required will be available (e.g. projector, laptops etc)</div>Keithjrhttps://wiki.lowellmakes.com/index.php?title=Classes&diff=7546Classes2015-05-29T15:34:52Z<p>Keithjr: </p>
<hr />
<div>= Classes at Lowell Makes =<br />
<br />
Members and nonmembers alike are welcome to attend any of the variety of classes, workshops, and info sessions offered at Lowell Makes. Members get a 20% discount on all class prices. <br />
<br />
== Upcoming Classes ==<br />
<br />
Information for all past and upcoming projects can be found at the [http://www.eventbrite.com/o/lowell-makes-3163005126 Lowell Makes Eventbrite page].<br />
<br />
== Teaching at Lowell Makes ==<br />
<br />
If you are interested in teaching a class at Lowell Makes, please contact events@lowellmakes.com <br />
<br />
=== Instructor FAQs ===</div>Keithjrhttps://wiki.lowellmakes.com/index.php?title=Contacts&diff=7544Contacts2015-05-26T14:44:39Z<p>Keithjr: </p>
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<div>The following is a list of point-of-contact individuals for specific topics. If you have a question related to one of these domains, please see the people listed.<br />
<br />
* '''Laser Cutter''' - John Noto<br />
* '''IT and Entry Access''' - Patrick Shields, Mike Rushton<br />
* '''Woodshop Requests''' - James Saunders, Steve Birmingham<br />
* '''Leather and Costuming''' - Paul Marcure<br />
* '''Bike Shop''' - Steve Birmingham<br />
* '''Metalworking Shop''' - Steve Birmingham<br />
* '''Class Organizer''' - Keith Morse</div>Keithjrhttps://wiki.lowellmakes.com/index.php?title=Lowell_Makes:About&diff=7538Lowell Makes:About2015-03-31T17:02:06Z<p>Keithjr: Created page with "Lowell Makes is a membership‐driven collaborative space equipped with a wide variety of tools, machines, materials, computers and other resources where individuals can gain and…"</p>
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<div>Lowell Makes is a membership‐driven collaborative space equipped with a wide variety of tools, machines, materials, computers and other resources where individuals can gain and practice modern skills with state‐of‐the‐art technology, access to resources they could not otherwise, and a community of creative minded people who make all kinds of things.<br />
<br />
“Art is the Handmaid of Human Good” is both the City of Lowell’s motto, and a reminder of Lowell’s rich industrial and artistic history as our inspiration.</div>Keithjrhttps://wiki.lowellmakes.com/index.php?title=MAME_Cabinet&diff=7537MAME Cabinet2015-03-30T19:10:43Z<p>Keithjr: </p>
<hr />
<div>= MAME Machine =<br />
<br />
The goal for this project is to fabricate an arcade cabinet for a MAME machine. This could be the beginning of a Lowell Makes Arcade. This could definitely be a selling point with new members. <br />
<br />
== Preliminary Design ==<br />
<br />
* The aracde machine size would be dictated by the size screen we put into it.<br />
* There are many tutorials online that go into building cabinets in great detail.<br />
<br />
<br />
== Parts and Materials == <br />
<br />
I'm keeping a running list of the parts purchased thus far in [https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1ZyWIexHaAVjtiynPPuODxGsBUm3KXO3PM1tmu_vV2uc/edit?usp=sharing this Google spreadsheet].<br />
<br />
Things we still need to source:<br />
<br />
* Play screen<br />
* Panels, perhaps adorned with Lowell Makes insignia<br />
* Paint<br />
<br />
=== The Screen ===<br />
<br />
The screen size dictates the placement of the monitor shelf, to ensure even bezels on all sides. The arcadecab.com instructions yielding a cabinet that is 20" wide internally. Assuming a 4:3 aspect ratio, that means we'll be ideally looking for a screen that is 25" on the diagonal. We are also limited to about 24" clearance from front-to-back of the monitor, due to the depth of the cabinet at that point. <br />
<br />
If we assume that we are going to be going with nothing less than the largest screen possible, '''we can resume the process of constructing the cabinet, based on a monitor height of 15".'''<br />
<br />
<br />
=== Keyboard Encoder ===<br />
<br />
I (Keith) went ahead and ordered an [http://www.ultimarc.com/ipac1.html I-PAC2 from Ultimarc]. Based on my reading this seems to be the go-to encoder for DIY cabinet builders. It has room for 32 inputs, which should cover our needs. The board itself has PS/2 outputs but comes with a PS/2-to-USB cable. We should be able to simply wire our controls to these inputs and get USB keyboard commands out of it. <br />
<br />
The silkscreen on the thing indicates the default controls (8 buttons, 4 directions, coin and start per 2 players) but it looks like there's also a means to rebind them as necessary. It's also all just keyboard commands so we should be able to configure the games to accept whatever we throw at it.<br />
<br />
I also tested this with the Raspberry Pi, hooked up to a single button. It seems to work exactly as advertised.<br />
<br />
== Task List ==<br />
<br />
* <strike>Source materials and initial design.</strike><br />
* Source T-molding<br />
* Construct cabinet<br />
** <strike>Cut panels, siding, and ledger boards</strike><br />
** <strike>Route/dado cut base slot</strike><br />
** <strike>Construct base</strike><br />
** Attach monitor shelf<br />
** Attach all ledger boards<br />
** Construct speaker area<br />
** Slot-route sides and control panel for T-molding<br />
** Bevel cut panels for butt-jointing<br />
* <strike>Design control panel</strike><br />
* Construct control panel<br />
** Keith to buy 1 1/8" Forstner bit to cut button holes<br />
** <strike>Cut top panel to size</strike><br />
** Cut remaining side and bottom panels<br />
** Slot route for T-molding<br />
** Paint<br />
** Wire controls to IPAC and Pi<br />
* Test control panel and monitor, outside of cabinet<br />
* Design painting scheme<br />
* Paint cabinet<br />
<br />
<br />
== Cosmetics ==<br />
<br />
Mike had a fascinating idea to use layered cut plexiglass on the side panels, illuminated via fibre optics, to show animations. <br />
<br />
== Resources ==<br />
<br />
* [http://mamedev.org/ Official MAME website]<br />
* [http://www.reddit.com/r/mame MAME reddit community]<br />
* [http://www.arcadecab.com/index.html ArcadeCab] - DIY arcade cabinet step-by-step walkthroughs (from scratch)<br />
* [http://www.upubuntu.com/2012/10/how-to-install-mame-multiple-arcade.html Ubuntu MAME installation tutorial]<br />
* [http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Home-Arcade-Machine/ Instructibles article on DIY arcade machine] (One of many such tutorials out there)<br />
* [http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Cab-arcade/?ALLSTEPS Another Instructables on building your own cabinet]<br />
* [http://blog.petrockblock.com/retropie/ RetroPie Project] - Raspberry Pi Multi-emulator image<br />
<br />
[[Category:Projects]]</div>Keithjrhttps://wiki.lowellmakes.com/index.php?title=MAME_Cabinet&diff=7536MAME Cabinet2015-03-30T19:09:14Z<p>Keithjr: </p>
<hr />
<div>= MAME Machine =<br />
<br />
The goal for this project is to fabricate an arcade cabinet for a MAME machine. This could be the beginning of a Lowell Makes Arcade. This could definitely be a selling point with new members. <br />
<br />
== Preliminary Design ==<br />
<br />
* The aracde machine size would be dictated by the size screen we put into it.<br />
* There are many tutorials online that go into building cabinets in great detail.<br />
<br />
<br />
== Parts and Materials == <br />
<br />
I'm keeping a running list of the parts purchased thus far in [https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1ZyWIexHaAVjtiynPPuODxGsBUm3KXO3PM1tmu_vV2uc/edit?usp=sharing this Google spreadsheet].<br />
<br />
Things we still need to source:<br />
<br />
* Play screen<br />
* Panels, perhaps adorned with Lowell Makes insignia<br />
* Paint<br />
<br />
=== The Screen ===<br />
<br />
The screen size dictates the placement of the monitor shelf, to ensure even bezels on all sides. The arcadecab.com instructions yielding a cabinet that is 20" wide internally. Assuming a 4:3 aspect ratio, that means we'll be ideally looking for a screen that is 25" on the diagonal. We are also limited to about 24" clearance from front-to-back of the monitor, due to the depth of the cabinet at that point. <br />
<br />
If we assume that we are going to be going with nothing less than the largest screen possible, '''we can resume the process of constructing the cabinet, based on a monitor height of 15".'''<br />
<br />
<br />
=== Keyboard Encoder ===<br />
<br />
I (Keith) went ahead and ordered an [http://www.ultimarc.com/ipac1.html I-PAC2 from Ultimarc]. Based on my reading this seems to be the go-to encoder for DIY cabinet builders. It has room for 32 inputs, which should cover our needs. The board itself has PS/2 outputs but comes with a PS/2-to-USB cable. We should be able to simply wire our controls to these inputs and get USB keyboard commands out of it. <br />
<br />
The silkscreen on the thing indicates the default controls (8 buttons, 4 directions, coin and start per 2 players) but it looks like there's also a means to rebind them as necessary. It's also all just keyboard commands so we should be able to configure the games to accept whatever we throw at it.<br />
<br />
I also tested this with the Raspberry Pi, hooked up to a single button. It seems to work exactly as advertised.<br />
<br />
== Task List ==<br />
<br />
* <strike>Source materials and initial design.</strike><br />
* Source T-molding<br />
* Construct cabinet<br />
** <strike>Cut panels, siding, and ledger boards</strike><br />
** <strike>Route/dado cut base slot</strike><br />
** <strike>Construct base</strike><br />
** Attach monitor shelf<br />
** Attach all ledger boards<br />
** Construct speaker area<br />
** Slot-route sides and control panel for T-molding<br />
** Bevel cut panels for butt-jointing<br />
* <strike>Design control panel</strike><br />
* Construct control panel<br />
** Keith to buy 1 1/8" Forstner bit to cut button holes<br />
** <strike>Cut top panel to size</strike><br />
** Cut remaining side and bottom panels<br />
** Slot route for T-molding<br />
** Wire controls to IPAC and Pi<br />
* Test control panel and monitor, outside of cabinet<br />
* Design painting scheme<br />
* Paint cabinet<br />
<br />
<br />
== Cosmetics ==<br />
<br />
Mike had a fascinating idea to use layered cut plexiglass on the side panels, illuminated via fibre optics, to show animations. <br />
<br />
== Resources ==<br />
<br />
* [http://mamedev.org/ Official MAME website]<br />
* [http://www.reddit.com/r/mame MAME reddit community]<br />
* [http://www.arcadecab.com/index.html ArcadeCab] - DIY arcade cabinet step-by-step walkthroughs (from scratch)<br />
* [http://www.upubuntu.com/2012/10/how-to-install-mame-multiple-arcade.html Ubuntu MAME installation tutorial]<br />
* [http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Home-Arcade-Machine/ Instructibles article on DIY arcade machine] (One of many such tutorials out there)<br />
* [http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Cab-arcade/?ALLSTEPS Another Instructables on building your own cabinet]<br />
* [http://blog.petrockblock.com/retropie/ RetroPie Project] - Raspberry Pi Multi-emulator image<br />
<br />
[[Category:Projects]]</div>Keithjrhttps://wiki.lowellmakes.com/index.php?title=Buildout&diff=7532Buildout2015-03-19T00:42:25Z<p>Keithjr: </p>
<hr />
<div>= Buildout and Expansion =<br />
<br />
This page serves as the brainstorming hub for plans surrounding the buildout of Lowell Makes into the MVCIA and Below Grade. Each major function of Lowell Makes has a separate section of this page for plans, requirements, wishes, and open questions.<br />
<br />
== Floors and Functions ==<br />
<br />
=== Upper Level === <br />
<br />
* Retail space<br />
* Conference rooms<br />
* Coworking space<br />
* Class area<br />
* 3D Printing<br />
* Lounge<br />
* Kitchen<br />
* Scanning Electron Microscope<br />
* IT Cabinet<br />
* Random Wire Technologies<br />
<br />
=== Lower Level === <br />
<br />
* Wood Shop<br />
* Wood Stock Storage<br />
* Electronics Benches<br />
* Break Area<br />
* Leatherworking Shop<br />
* Metalworking Shop<br />
* Pottery Studio<br />
* Lockers<br />
* Bike Shop<br />
* LASER Zone<br />
* Paint Room<br />
* Coffee Roaster<br />
<br />
== Functional Breakdown ==<br />
<br />
<br />
=== Retail space ===<br />
=== Conference rooms ===<br />
=== Class area ===<br />
=== 3D Printing ===<br />
=== Lounge ===<br />
=== Kitchen ===<br />
=== Scanning Electron Microscope ===<br />
=== IT Cabinet ===<br />
* Enclosed or not?<br />
* Add second cabinet<br />
=== Random Wire Technologies ===<br />
=== Wood Shop ===<br />
* Add four new 220V outlets<br />
** 1 on left wall, for old table saw<br />
** 3 new along right wall (for a total of 4)<br />
*** dust collector<br />
*** Saw stop<br />
**** ground route with kick plate to prevent tripping<br />
*** future tool<br />
*** future tool<br />
** If cost of new outlets scales poorly, reduce to 3 new runs<br />
* Move wood storage out to new stock storage area<br />
** Change to small vertical storage area within shop<br />
* HVAC and filtration<br />
* Access Control<br />
** Add ctrl-o gating to power<br />
* Dust collector enclosure<br />
** Add power sensing to automatically engage when tools run?<br />
=== Wood Stock Storage ===<br />
* Horizontal rack storage <br />
=== Electronics Benches ===<br />
=== Break Area ===<br />
Same as currently, coffee and tea, soda machine<br />
=== Leatherworking Shop ===<br />
=== Metalworking Shop ===<br />
* Bridgeport?<br />
** Would require 3-phase 220V run<br />
=== Pottery Studio ===<br />
=== Lockers ===<br />
=== Bike Shop ===<br />
=== LASER Zone ===<br />
=== Paint Room ===<br />
=== Coffee Roaster ===<br />
<br />
== Layout ==</div>Keithjrhttps://wiki.lowellmakes.com/index.php?title=Buildout&diff=7531Buildout2015-03-19T00:37:10Z<p>Keithjr: </p>
<hr />
<div>= Buildout and Expansion =<br />
<br />
This page serves as the brainstorming hub for plans surrounding the buildout of Lowell Makes into the MVCIA and Below Grade. Each major function of Lowell Makes has a separate section of this page for plans, requirements, wishes, and open questions.<br />
<br />
== Floors and Functions ==<br />
<br />
=== Upper Level === <br />
<br />
* Retail space<br />
* Conference rooms<br />
* Coworking space<br />
* Class area<br />
* 3D Printing<br />
* Lounge<br />
* Kitchen<br />
* Scanning Electron Microscope<br />
* IT Cabinet<br />
<br />
=== Lower Level === <br />
<br />
* Wood Shop<br />
* Wood Stock Storage<br />
* Electronics Benches<br />
* Break Area<br />
* Leatherworking Shop<br />
* Metalworking Shop<br />
* Pottery Studio<br />
* Lockers<br />
* Bike Shop<br />
* LASER Zone<br />
* Paint Room<br />
<br />
== Functional Breakdown ==<br />
<br />
<br />
=== Retail space ===<br />
=== Conference rooms ===<br />
=== Class area ===<br />
=== 3D Printing ===<br />
=== Lounge ===<br />
=== Kitchen ===<br />
=== Scanning Electron Microscope ===<br />
=== IT Cabinet ===<br />
* Enclosed or not?<br />
* Add second cabinet<br />
=== Wood Shop ===<br />
* Add four new 220V outlets<br />
** 1 on left wall, for old table saw<br />
** 3 new along right wall (for a total of 4)<br />
*** dust collector<br />
*** Saw stop<br />
**** ground route with kick plate to prevent tripping<br />
*** future tool<br />
*** future tool<br />
** If cost of new outlets scales poorly, reduce to 3 new runs<br />
* Move wood storage out to new stock storage area<br />
** Change to small vertical storage area within shop<br />
* HVAC and filtration<br />
* Access Control<br />
** Add ctrl-o gating to power<br />
* Dust collector enclosure<br />
** Add power sensing to automatically engage when tools run?<br />
=== Wood Stock Storage ===<br />
* Horizontal rack storage <br />
=== Electronics Benches ===<br />
=== Break Area ===<br />
Same as currently, coffee and tea, soda machine<br />
=== Leatherworking Shop ===<br />
=== Metalworking Shop ===<br />
* Bridgeport?<br />
** Would require 3-phase 220V run<br />
=== Pottery Studio ===<br />
=== Lockers ===<br />
=== Bike Shop ===<br />
=== LASER Zone ===<br />
=== Paint Room ===<br />
<br />
== Layout ==</div>Keithjrhttps://wiki.lowellmakes.com/index.php?title=Buildout&diff=7530Buildout2015-03-19T00:34:11Z<p>Keithjr: </p>
<hr />
<div>= Buildout and Expansion =<br />
<br />
This page serves as the brainstorming hub for plans surrounding the buildout of Lowell Makes into the MVCIA and Below Grade. Each major function of Lowell Makes has a separate section of this page for plans, requirements, wishes, and open questions.<br />
<br />
== Floors and Functions ==<br />
<br />
=== Upper Level === <br />
<br />
* Retail space<br />
* Conference rooms<br />
* Coworking space<br />
* Class area<br />
* 3D Printing<br />
* Lounge<br />
* Kitchen<br />
* Scanning Electron Microscope<br />
* IT Cabinet<br />
<br />
=== Lower Level === <br />
<br />
* Wood Shop<br />
* Wood Stock Storage<br />
* Electronics Benches<br />
* Break Area<br />
* Leatherworking Shop<br />
* Metalworking Shop<br />
* Pottery Studio<br />
* Lockers<br />
* Bike Shop<br />
* LASER Zone<br />
* Paint Room<br />
<br />
== Functional Breakdown ==<br />
<br />
<br />
=== Retail space ===<br />
=== Conference rooms ===<br />
=== Class area ===<br />
=== 3D Printing ===<br />
=== Lounge ===<br />
=== Kitchen ===<br />
=== Scanning Electron Microscope ===<br />
=== IT Cabinet ===<br />
<br />
=== Wood Shop ===<br />
* Add four new 220V outlets<br />
** 1 on left wall, for old table saw<br />
** 3 new along right wall (for a total of 4)<br />
*** dust collector<br />
*** Saw stop<br />
**** ground route with kick plate to prevent tripping<br />
*** future tool<br />
*** future tool<br />
** If cost of new outlets scales poorly, reduce to 3 new runs<br />
* Move wood storage out to new stock storage area<br />
** Change to small vertical storage area within shop<br />
* HVAC and filtration<br />
* Access Control<br />
** Add ctrl-o gating to power<br />
* Dust collector enclosure<br />
** Add power sensing to automatically engage when tools run?<br />
=== Wood Stock Storage ===<br />
* Horizontal rack storage <br />
=== Electronics Benches ===<br />
=== Break Area ===<br />
Same as currently, coffee and tea, soda machine<br />
=== Leatherworking Shop ===<br />
=== Metalworking Shop ===<br />
* Bridgeport?<br />
** Would require 3-phase 220V run<br />
=== Pottery Studio ===<br />
=== Lockers ===<br />
=== Bike Shop ===<br />
=== LASER Zone ===<br />
=== Paint Room ===<br />
<br />
== Layout ==</div>Keithjrhttps://wiki.lowellmakes.com/index.php?title=Buildout&diff=7529Buildout2015-03-19T00:09:24Z<p>Keithjr: </p>
<hr />
<div>= Buildout and Expansion =<br />
<br />
This page serves as the brainstorming hub for plans surrounding the buildout of Lowell Makes into the MVCIA and Below Grade. Each major function of Lowell Makes has a separate section of this page for plans, requirements, wishes, and open questions.<br />
<br />
== Floors and Functions ==<br />
<br />
=== Upper Level === <br />
<br />
* Retail space<br />
* Conference rooms<br />
* Class area<br />
* 3D Printing<br />
* Lounge<br />
* Kitchen<br />
* Scanning Electron Microscope<br />
<br />
=== Lower Level === <br />
<br />
* Wood Shop<br />
* Wood Stock Storage<br />
* Electronics Benches<br />
* IT Cabinet<br />
* Break Area<br />
* Leatherworking Shop<br />
* Metalworking Shop<br />
* Pottery Studio<br />
* Lockers<br />
* Bike Shop<br />
<br />
== Functional Breakdown ==<br />
<br />
<br />
=== Retail space ===<br />
=== Conference rooms ===<br />
=== Class area ===<br />
=== 3D Printing ===<br />
=== Lounge ===<br />
=== Kitchen ===<br />
=== Scanning Electron Microscope ===<br />
=== Wood Shop ===<br />
* Add four new 220V outlets<br />
** 1 on left wall, for old table saw<br />
** 3 new along right wall (for a total of 4)<br />
*** dust collector<br />
*** Saw stop<br />
**** ground route with kick plate to prevent tripping<br />
*** future tool<br />
*** future tool<br />
** If cost of new outlets scales poorly, reduce to 3 new runs<br />
* Move wood storage out to new stock storage area<br />
** Change to small vertical storage area within shop<br />
* HVAC and filtration<br />
* Access Control<br />
** Add ctrl-o gating to power<br />
* Dust collector enclosure<br />
** Add power sensing to automatically engage when tools run?<br />
=== Wood Stock Storage ===<br />
* Horizontal rack storage <br />
=== Electronics Benches ===<br />
=== IT Cabinet ===<br />
=== Break Area ===<br />
Same as currently, coffee and tea, soda machine<br />
=== Leatherworking Shop ===<br />
=== Metalworking Shop ===<br />
* Bridgeport?<br />
** Would require 3-phase 220V run<br />
=== Pottery Studio ===<br />
=== Lockers ===<br />
=== Bike Shop ===<br />
<br />
<br />
== Layout ==</div>Keithjrhttps://wiki.lowellmakes.com/index.php?title=Buildout&diff=7528Buildout2015-03-19T00:01:17Z<p>Keithjr: Created page with "= Buildout and Expansion = This page serves as the brainstorming hub for plans surrounding the buildout of Lowell Makes into the MVCIA and Below Grade. Each major function of L…"</p>
<hr />
<div>= Buildout and Expansion =<br />
<br />
This page serves as the brainstorming hub for plans surrounding the buildout of Lowell Makes into the MVCIA and Below Grade. Each major function of Lowell Makes has a separate section of this page for plans, requirements, wishes, and open questions.<br />
<br />
== Floors and Functions ==<br />
<br />
=== Upper Level === <br />
<br />
* Retail space<br />
* Conference rooms<br />
* Class area<br />
* 3D Printing<br />
* Lounge<br />
* Kitchen<br />
* Scanning Electron Microscope<br />
<br />
=== Lower Level === <br />
<br />
* Wood Shop<br />
* Wood Stock Storage<br />
* Electronics Benches<br />
* IT Cabinet<br />
* Break Area<br />
* Leatherworking Shop<br />
* Metalworking Shop<br />
* Pottery Studio<br />
* Lockers<br />
* Bike Shop<br />
<br />
== Functional Breakdown ==<br />
<br />
<br />
=== Retail space ===<br />
=== Conference rooms ===<br />
=== Class area ===<br />
=== 3D Printing ===<br />
=== Lounge ===<br />
=== Kitchen ===<br />
=== Scanning Electron Microscope ===<br />
=== Wood Shop ===<br />
=== Wood Stock Storage ===<br />
=== Electronics Benches ===<br />
=== IT Cabinet ===<br />
=== Break Area ===<br />
=== Leatherworking Shop ===<br />
=== Metalworking Shop ===<br />
=== Pottery Studio ===<br />
=== Lockers ===<br />
=== Bike Shop ===</div>Keithjrhttps://wiki.lowellmakes.com/index.php?title=MAME_Cabinet&diff=7527MAME Cabinet2015-02-02T21:03:28Z<p>Keithjr: /* Task List */</p>
<hr />
<div>= MAME Machine =<br />
<br />
The goal for this project is to fabricate an arcade cabinet for a MAME machine. This could be the beginning of a Lowell Makes Arcade. This could definitely be a selling point with new members. <br />
<br />
== Preliminary Design ==<br />
<br />
* The aracde machine size would be dictated by the size screen we put into it.<br />
* There are many tutorials online that go into building cabinets in great detail.<br />
<br />
<br />
== Parts and Materials == <br />
<br />
I'm keeping a running list of the parts purchased thus far in [https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1ZyWIexHaAVjtiynPPuODxGsBUm3KXO3PM1tmu_vV2uc/edit?usp=sharing this Google spreadsheet].<br />
<br />
Things we still need to source:<br />
<br />
* Play screen (likely just use a 19'' LCD)<br />
* Panels, perhaps adorned with Lowell Makes insignia<br />
* Paint<br />
<br />
=== The Screen ===<br />
<br />
Electronic Horizons donated an old TV. It's a Toshiba 27A23 CRT. I managed to find a [http://www.manualslib.com/manual/172117/Toshiba-27a33.html manual] online that included the following specs.<br />
<br />
* 27 inch Screen<br />
* Dimensions: 25 9/16in x 22 1/2in x 19 11/16in<br />
* Weight: 80.5 lbs<br />
* Power Consumption: 125 W<br />
<br />
'''Update''' I'm not sure if we can really utilize this screen. It's just too bulky, especially in back. <br />
<br />
=== Keyboard Encoder ===<br />
<br />
I (Keith) went ahead and ordered an [http://www.ultimarc.com/ipac1.html I-PAC2 from Ultimarc]. Based on my reading this seems to be the go-to encoder for DIY cabinet builders. It has room for 32 inputs, which should cover our needs. The board itself has PS/2 outputs but comes with a PS/2-to-USB cable. We should be able to simply wire our controls to these inputs and get USB keyboard commands out of it. <br />
<br />
The silkscreen on the thing indicates the default controls (8 buttons, 4 directions, coin and start per 2 players) but it looks like there's also a means to rebind them as necessary. It's also all just keyboard commands so we should be able to configure the games to accept whatever we throw at it.<br />
<br />
I also tested this with the Raspberry Pi, hooked up to a single button. It seems to work exactly as advertised.<br />
<br />
== Task List ==<br />
<br />
* <strike>Source materials and initial design.</strike><br />
* Construct cabinet<br />
* Paint cabinet<br />
* Design control panel<br />
* Construct control panel<br />
* Wire controls to IPAC and Pi<br />
<br />
== Cosmetics ==<br />
<br />
Mike had a fascinating idea to use layered cut plexiglass on the side panels, illuminated via fibre optics, to show animations. <br />
<br />
== Resources ==<br />
<br />
* [http://mamedev.org/ Official MAME website]<br />
* [http://www.reddit.com/r/mame MAME reddit community]<br />
* [http://www.arcadecab.com/index.html ArcadeCab] - DIY arcade cabinet step-by-step walkthroughs (from scratch)<br />
* [http://www.upubuntu.com/2012/10/how-to-install-mame-multiple-arcade.html Ubuntu MAME installation tutorial]<br />
* [http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Home-Arcade-Machine/ Instructibles article on DIY arcade machine] (One of many such tutorials out there)<br />
* [http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Cab-arcade/?ALLSTEPS Another Instructables on building your own cabinet]<br />
* [http://blog.petrockblock.com/retropie/ RetroPie Project] - Raspberry Pi Multi-emulator image<br />
<br />
[[Category:Projects]]</div>Keithjrhttps://wiki.lowellmakes.com/index.php?title=MAME_Cabinet&diff=7526MAME Cabinet2015-02-02T21:02:08Z<p>Keithjr: </p>
<hr />
<div>= MAME Machine =<br />
<br />
The goal for this project is to fabricate an arcade cabinet for a MAME machine. This could be the beginning of a Lowell Makes Arcade. This could definitely be a selling point with new members. <br />
<br />
== Preliminary Design ==<br />
<br />
* The aracde machine size would be dictated by the size screen we put into it.<br />
* There are many tutorials online that go into building cabinets in great detail.<br />
<br />
<br />
== Parts and Materials == <br />
<br />
I'm keeping a running list of the parts purchased thus far in [https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1ZyWIexHaAVjtiynPPuODxGsBUm3KXO3PM1tmu_vV2uc/edit?usp=sharing this Google spreadsheet].<br />
<br />
Things we still need to source:<br />
<br />
* Play screen (likely just use a 19'' LCD)<br />
* Panels, perhaps adorned with Lowell Makes insignia<br />
* Paint<br />
<br />
=== The Screen ===<br />
<br />
Electronic Horizons donated an old TV. It's a Toshiba 27A23 CRT. I managed to find a [http://www.manualslib.com/manual/172117/Toshiba-27a33.html manual] online that included the following specs.<br />
<br />
* 27 inch Screen<br />
* Dimensions: 25 9/16in x 22 1/2in x 19 11/16in<br />
* Weight: 80.5 lbs<br />
* Power Consumption: 125 W<br />
<br />
'''Update''' I'm not sure if we can really utilize this screen. It's just too bulky, especially in back. <br />
<br />
=== Keyboard Encoder ===<br />
<br />
I (Keith) went ahead and ordered an [http://www.ultimarc.com/ipac1.html I-PAC2 from Ultimarc]. Based on my reading this seems to be the go-to encoder for DIY cabinet builders. It has room for 32 inputs, which should cover our needs. The board itself has PS/2 outputs but comes with a PS/2-to-USB cable. We should be able to simply wire our controls to these inputs and get USB keyboard commands out of it. <br />
<br />
The silkscreen on the thing indicates the default controls (8 buttons, 4 directions, coin and start per 2 players) but it looks like there's also a means to rebind them as necessary. It's also all just keyboard commands so we should be able to configure the games to accept whatever we throw at it.<br />
<br />
I also tested this with the Raspberry Pi, hooked up to a single button. It seems to work exactly as advertised.<br />
<br />
== Task List ==<br />
<br />
* Source materials and initial design.<br />
* Construct cabinet<br />
* Paint cabinet<br />
* Design control panel<br />
* Construct control panel<br />
<br />
== Cosmetics ==<br />
<br />
Mike had a fascinating idea to use layered cut plexiglass on the side panels, illuminated via fibre optics, to show animations. <br />
<br />
== Resources ==<br />
<br />
* [http://mamedev.org/ Official MAME website]<br />
* [http://www.reddit.com/r/mame MAME reddit community]<br />
* [http://www.arcadecab.com/index.html ArcadeCab] - DIY arcade cabinet step-by-step walkthroughs (from scratch)<br />
* [http://www.upubuntu.com/2012/10/how-to-install-mame-multiple-arcade.html Ubuntu MAME installation tutorial]<br />
* [http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Home-Arcade-Machine/ Instructibles article on DIY arcade machine] (One of many such tutorials out there)<br />
* [http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Cab-arcade/?ALLSTEPS Another Instructables on building your own cabinet]<br />
* [http://blog.petrockblock.com/retropie/ RetroPie Project] - Raspberry Pi Multi-emulator image<br />
<br />
[[Category:Projects]]</div>Keithjrhttps://wiki.lowellmakes.com/index.php?title=MAME_Cabinet&diff=7506MAME Cabinet2014-11-09T20:02:02Z<p>Keithjr: /* Keyboard Encoder */</p>
<hr />
<div>= MAME Machine =<br />
<br />
The goal for this project is to fabricate an arcade cabinet for a MAME machine. This could be the beginning of a Lowell Makes Arcade. This could definitely be a selling point with new members. <br />
<br />
== Preliminary Design ==<br />
<br />
* The aracde machine size would be dictated by the size screen we put into it.<br />
* There are many tutorials online that go into building cabinets in great detail.<br />
<br />
<br />
== Parts and Materials == <br />
<br />
We will need wood or mdf for the cabinet.<br />
<br>Play Screen<br />
<br>Arcade Buttons<br />
<br>Keyboard Encoder<br />
<br>Small PC to run the software. An old laptop or junk pc should do fine. The software does not require a lot of power. Graphics are something to keep in mind though.<br />
<br>Panels, perhaps adorned with Lowell Makes insignia<br />
<br />
=== The Screen ===<br />
<br />
Electronic Horizons donated an old TV. It's a Toshiba 27A23 CRT. I managed to find a [http://www.manualslib.com/manual/172117/Toshiba-27a33.html manual] online that included the following specs.<br />
<br />
* 27 inch Screen<br />
* Dimensions: 25 9/16in x 22 1/2in x 19 11/16in<br />
* Weight: 80.5 lbs<br />
* Power Consumption: 125 W<br />
<br />
=== Keyboard Encoder ===<br />
<br />
I (Keith) went ahead and ordered an [http://www.ultimarc.com/ipac1.html I-PAC2 from Ultimarc]. Based on my reading this seems to be the go-to encoder for DIY cabinet builders. It has room for 32 inputs, which should cover our needs. The board itself has PS/2 outputs but comes with a PS/2-to-USB cable. We should be able to simply wire our controls to these inputs and get USB keyboard commands out of it. <br />
<br />
The silkscreen on the thing indicates the default controls (8 buttons, 4 directions, coin and start per 2 players) but it looks like there's also a means to rebind them as necessary. It's also all just keyboard commands so we should be able to configure the games to accept whatever we throw at it.<br />
<br />
I also tested this with the Raspberry Pi, hooked up to a single button. It seems to work exactly as advertised.<br />
<br />
== Task List ==<br />
<br />
* Source materials and initial design.<br />
<br />
== Resources ==<br />
<br />
* [http://mamedev.org/ Official MAME website]<br />
* [http://www.reddit.com/r/mame MAME reddit community]<br />
* [http://www.arcadecab.com/index.html ArcadeCab] - DIY arcade cabinet step-by-step walkthroughs (from scratch)<br />
* [http://www.upubuntu.com/2012/10/how-to-install-mame-multiple-arcade.html Ubuntu MAME installation tutorial]<br />
* [http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Home-Arcade-Machine/ Instructibles article on DIY arcade machine] (One of many such tutorials out there)<br />
* [http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Cab-arcade/?ALLSTEPS Another Instructables on building your own cabinet]<br />
* [http://blog.petrockblock.com/retropie/ RetroPie Project] - Raspberry Pi Multi-emulator image<br />
<br />
[[Category:Projects]]</div>Keithjrhttps://wiki.lowellmakes.com/index.php?title=MAME_Cabinet&diff=7505MAME Cabinet2014-11-09T19:47:58Z<p>Keithjr: </p>
<hr />
<div>= MAME Machine =<br />
<br />
The goal for this project is to fabricate an arcade cabinet for a MAME machine. This could be the beginning of a Lowell Makes Arcade. This could definitely be a selling point with new members. <br />
<br />
== Preliminary Design ==<br />
<br />
* The aracde machine size would be dictated by the size screen we put into it.<br />
* There are many tutorials online that go into building cabinets in great detail.<br />
<br />
<br />
== Parts and Materials == <br />
<br />
We will need wood or mdf for the cabinet.<br />
<br>Play Screen<br />
<br>Arcade Buttons<br />
<br>Keyboard Encoder<br />
<br>Small PC to run the software. An old laptop or junk pc should do fine. The software does not require a lot of power. Graphics are something to keep in mind though.<br />
<br>Panels, perhaps adorned with Lowell Makes insignia<br />
<br />
=== The Screen ===<br />
<br />
Electronic Horizons donated an old TV. It's a Toshiba 27A23 CRT. I managed to find a [http://www.manualslib.com/manual/172117/Toshiba-27a33.html manual] online that included the following specs.<br />
<br />
* 27 inch Screen<br />
* Dimensions: 25 9/16in x 22 1/2in x 19 11/16in<br />
* Weight: 80.5 lbs<br />
* Power Consumption: 125 W<br />
<br />
=== Keyboard Encoder ===<br />
<br />
I (Keith) went ahead and ordered an [http://www.ultimarc.com/ipac1.html I-PAC2 from Ultimarc]. Based on my reading this seems to be the go-to encoder for DIY cabinet builders. It has room for 32 inputs, which should cover our needs. The board itself has PS/2 outputs but comes with a PS/2-to-USB cable. We should be able to simply wire our controls to these inputs and get USB keyboard commands out of it. <br />
<br />
The silkscreen on the thing indicates the default controls (8 buttons, 4 directions, coin and start per 4 players) but it looks like there's also a means to rebind them as necessary. It's also all just keyboard commands so we should be able to configure the games to accept whatever we throw at it.<br />
<br />
== Task List ==<br />
<br />
* Source materials and initial design.<br />
<br />
== Resources ==<br />
<br />
* [http://mamedev.org/ Official MAME website]<br />
* [http://www.reddit.com/r/mame MAME reddit community]<br />
* [http://www.arcadecab.com/index.html ArcadeCab] - DIY arcade cabinet step-by-step walkthroughs (from scratch)<br />
* [http://www.upubuntu.com/2012/10/how-to-install-mame-multiple-arcade.html Ubuntu MAME installation tutorial]<br />
* [http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Home-Arcade-Machine/ Instructibles article on DIY arcade machine] (One of many such tutorials out there)<br />
* [http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Cab-arcade/?ALLSTEPS Another Instructables on building your own cabinet]<br />
* [http://blog.petrockblock.com/retropie/ RetroPie Project] - Raspberry Pi Multi-emulator image<br />
<br />
[[Category:Projects]]</div>Keithjrhttps://wiki.lowellmakes.com/index.php?title=MAME_Cabinet&diff=7504MAME Cabinet2014-11-09T19:45:25Z<p>Keithjr: </p>
<hr />
<div>= MAME Machine =<br />
<br />
The goal for this project is to fabricate an arcade cabinet for a MAME machine. This could be the beginning of a Lowell Makes Arcade. This could definitely be a selling point with new members. <br />
<br />
== Preliminary Design ==<br />
<br />
* The aracde machine size would be dictated by the size screen we put into it.<br />
* There are many tutorials online that go into building cabinets in great detail.<br />
<br />
<br />
== Parts and Materials == <br />
<br />
We will need wood or mdf for the cabinet.<br />
<br>Play Screen<br />
<br>Arcade Buttons<br />
<br>Keyboard Encoder<br />
<br>Small PC to run the software. An old laptop or junk pc should do fine. The software does not require a lot of power. Graphics are something to keep in mind though.<br />
<br>Panels, perhaps adorned with Lowell Makes insignia<br />
<br />
=== The Screen ===<br />
<br />
Electronic Horizons donated an old TV. It's a Toshiba 27A23 CRT. I managed to find a [http://www.manualslib.com/manual/172117/Toshiba-27a33.html manual] online that included the following specs.<br />
<br />
* 27 inch Screen<br />
* Dimensions: 25 9/16in x 22 1/2in x 19 11/16in<br />
* Weight: 80.5 lbs<br />
* Power Consumption: 125 W<br />
<br />
=== Keyboard Encoder ===<br />
<br />
I (Keith) went ahead and ordered an [http://www.ultimarc.com/ipac1.html I-PAC2 from Ultimarc]. Based on my reading this seems to be the go-to encoder for DIY cabinet builders. It has room for 32 inputs, which should cover our needs. The board itself has PS/2 outputs but comes with a PS/2-to-USB cable. We should be able to simply wire our controls to these inputs and get USB keyboard commands out of it. <br />
<br />
The silkscreen on the thing indicates the default controls (8 buttons, 4 directions, coin and start per 4 players) but it looks like there's also a means to rebind them as necessary. It's also all just keyboard commands so we should be able to configure the games to accept whatever we throw at it.<br />
<br />
== Task List ==<br />
<br />
* Source materials and initial design.<br />
<br />
== Resources ==<br />
<br />
* [http://mamedev.org/ Official MAME website]<br />
* [http://www.reddit.com/r/mame MAME reddit community]<br />
* [http://www.arcadecab.com/Intro.htm ArcadeCab] - DIY arcade cabinet step-by-step walkthrough (from scratch)<br />
* [http://www.upubuntu.com/2012/10/how-to-install-mame-multiple-arcade.html Ubuntu MAME installation tutorial]<br />
* [http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Home-Arcade-Machine/ Instructibles article on DIY arcade machine] (One of many such tutorials out there)<br />
* [http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Cab-arcade/?ALLSTEPS Another Instructables on building your own cabinet]<br />
* [http://blog.petrockblock.com/retropie/ RetroPie Project] - Raspberry Pi Multi-emulator image<br />
<br />
[[Category:Projects]]</div>Keithjrhttps://wiki.lowellmakes.com/index.php?title=MAME_Cabinet&diff=7503MAME Cabinet2014-10-31T15:38:16Z<p>Keithjr: /* Materials */</p>
<hr />
<div>= MAME Machine =<br />
<br />
The goal for this project is to fabricate an arcade cabinet for a MAME machine. This could be the beginning of a Lowell Makes Arcade. This could definitely be a selling point with new members. <br />
<br />
== Preliminary Design ==<br />
<br />
* The aracde machine size would be dictated by the size screen we put into it.<br />
* There are many tutorials online that go into building cabinets in great detail.<br />
<br />
<br />
== Parts and Materials == <br />
<br />
We will need wood or mdf for the cabinet.<br />
<br>Play Screen<br />
<br>Arcade Buttons<br />
<br>Keyboard Encoder<br />
<br>Small PC to run the software. An old laptop or junk pc should do fine. The software does not require a lot of power. Graphics are something to keep in mind though.<br />
<br>Panels, perhaps adorned with Lowell Makes insignia<br />
<br />
=== The Screen ===<br />
<br />
Electronic Horizons donated an old TV. It's a Toshiba 27A23 CRT. I managed to find a [http://www.manualslib.com/manual/172117/Toshiba-27a33.html manual] online that included the following specs.<br />
<br />
* 27 inch Screen<br />
* Dimensions: 25 9/16in x 22 1/2in x 19 11/16in<br />
* Weight: 80.5 lbs<br />
* Power Consumption: 125 W<br />
<br />
=== Keyboard Encoder ===<br />
<br />
I (Keith) went ahead and ordered an [http://www.ultimarc.com/ipac1.html I-PAC2 from Ultimarc]. Based on my reading this seems to be the go-to encoder for DIY cabinet builders. It has room for 32 inputs, which should cover our needs. The board itself has PS/2 outputs but comes with a PS/2-to-USB cable. We should be able to simply wire our controls to these inputs and get USB keyboard commands out of it. <br />
<br />
The silkscreen on the thing indicates the default controls (8 buttons, 4 directions, coin and start per 4 players) but it looks like there's also a means to rebind them as necessary. It's also all just keyboard commands so we should be able to configure the games to accept whatever we throw at it.<br />
<br />
== Task List ==<br />
<br />
* Source materials and initial design.<br />
<br />
== Resources ==<br />
<br />
* [http://mamedev.org/ Official MAME website]<br />
* [http://www.reddit.com/r/mame MAME reddit community]<br />
* [http://www.upubuntu.com/2012/10/how-to-install-mame-multiple-arcade.html Ubuntu MAME installation tutorial]<br />
* [http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Home-Arcade-Machine/ Instructibles article on DIY arcade machine] (One of many such tutorials out there)<br />
* [http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Cab-arcade/?ALLSTEPS Another Instructables on building your own cabinet]<br />
* [http://blog.petrockblock.com/retropie/ RetroPie Project] - Raspberry Pi Multi-emulator image<br />
<br />
[[Category:Projects]]</div>Keithjrhttps://wiki.lowellmakes.com/index.php?title=MAME_Cabinet&diff=7501MAME Cabinet2014-10-15T22:58:02Z<p>Keithjr: /* The Screen */</p>
<hr />
<div>= MAME Machine =<br />
<br />
The goal for this project is to fabricate an arcade cabinet for a MAME machine. This could be the beginning of a Lowell Makes Arcade. This could definitely be a selling point with new members. <br />
<br />
== Preliminary Design ==<br />
<br />
* The aracde machine size would be dictated by the size screen we put into it.<br />
* There are many tutorials online that go into building cabinets in great detail.<br />
<br />
<br />
== Materials == <br />
<br />
We will need wood or mdf for the cabinet.<br />
<br>Play Screen<br />
<br>Arcade Buttons<br />
<br>Keyboard Encoder<br />
<br>Small PC to run the software. An old laptop or junk pc should do fine. The software does not require a lot of power. Graphics are something to keep in mind though.<br />
<br />
=== The Screen ===<br />
<br />
Electronic Horizons donated an old TV. It's a Toshiba 27A23 CRT. I managed to find a [http://www.manualslib.com/manual/172117/Toshiba-27a33.html manual] online that included the following specs.<br />
<br />
* 27 inch Screen<br />
* Dimensions: 25 9/16in x 22 1/2in x 19 11/16in<br />
* Weight: 80.5 lbs<br />
* Power Consumption: 125 W<br />
<br />
== Task List ==<br />
<br />
* Source materials and initial design.<br />
<br />
== Resources ==<br />
<br />
* [http://mamedev.org/ Official MAME website]<br />
* [http://www.reddit.com/r/mame MAME reddit community]<br />
* [http://www.upubuntu.com/2012/10/how-to-install-mame-multiple-arcade.html Ubuntu MAME installation tutorial]<br />
* [http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Home-Arcade-Machine/ Instructibles article on DIY arcade machine] (One of many such tutorials out there)<br />
* [http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Cab-arcade/?ALLSTEPS Another Instructables on building your own cabinet]<br />
* [http://blog.petrockblock.com/retropie/ RetroPie Project] - Raspberry Pi Multi-emulator image<br />
<br />
[[Category:Projects]]</div>Keithjrhttps://wiki.lowellmakes.com/index.php?title=MAME_Cabinet&diff=7500MAME Cabinet2014-10-15T22:57:38Z<p>Keithjr: /* The Screen */</p>
<hr />
<div>= MAME Machine =<br />
<br />
The goal for this project is to fabricate an arcade cabinet for a MAME machine. This could be the beginning of a Lowell Makes Arcade. This could definitely be a selling point with new members. <br />
<br />
== Preliminary Design ==<br />
<br />
* The aracde machine size would be dictated by the size screen we put into it.<br />
* There are many tutorials online that go into building cabinets in great detail.<br />
<br />
<br />
== Materials == <br />
<br />
We will need wood or mdf for the cabinet.<br />
<br>Play Screen<br />
<br>Arcade Buttons<br />
<br>Keyboard Encoder<br />
<br>Small PC to run the software. An old laptop or junk pc should do fine. The software does not require a lot of power. Graphics are something to keep in mind though.<br />
<br />
=== The Screen ===<br />
<br />
We got a TV donation from Electronic Horizons. It's a Toshiba 27A23 CRT. I managed to find a [http://www.manualslib.com/manual/172117/Toshiba-27a33.html manual] online that included the following specs.<br />
<br />
* 27 inch Screen<br />
* Dimensions: 25 9/16in x 22 1/2in x 19 11/16in<br />
* Weight: 80.5 lbs<br />
* Power Consumption: 125 W<br />
<br />
== Task List ==<br />
<br />
* Source materials and initial design.<br />
<br />
== Resources ==<br />
<br />
* [http://mamedev.org/ Official MAME website]<br />
* [http://www.reddit.com/r/mame MAME reddit community]<br />
* [http://www.upubuntu.com/2012/10/how-to-install-mame-multiple-arcade.html Ubuntu MAME installation tutorial]<br />
* [http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Home-Arcade-Machine/ Instructibles article on DIY arcade machine] (One of many such tutorials out there)<br />
* [http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Cab-arcade/?ALLSTEPS Another Instructables on building your own cabinet]<br />
* [http://blog.petrockblock.com/retropie/ RetroPie Project] - Raspberry Pi Multi-emulator image<br />
<br />
[[Category:Projects]]</div>Keithjrhttps://wiki.lowellmakes.com/index.php?title=MAME_Cabinet&diff=7499MAME Cabinet2014-10-15T22:57:02Z<p>Keithjr: </p>
<hr />
<div>= MAME Machine =<br />
<br />
The goal for this project is to fabricate an arcade cabinet for a MAME machine. This could be the beginning of a Lowell Makes Arcade. This could definitely be a selling point with new members. <br />
<br />
== Preliminary Design ==<br />
<br />
* The aracde machine size would be dictated by the size screen we put into it.<br />
* There are many tutorials online that go into building cabinets in great detail.<br />
<br />
<br />
== Materials == <br />
<br />
We will need wood or mdf for the cabinet.<br />
<br>Play Screen<br />
<br>Arcade Buttons<br />
<br>Keyboard Encoder<br />
<br>Small PC to run the software. An old laptop or junk pc should do fine. The software does not require a lot of power. Graphics are something to keep in mind though.<br />
<br />
=== The Screen ===<br />
<br />
We got a TV donation from Electronic Horizons. It's a Toshiba 27A23 27'' CRT. I managed to find a [http://www.manualslib.com/manual/172117/Toshiba-27a33.html manual] online that included the following specs.<br />
<br />
* 27'' Screen<br />
* Dimensions: 25 9/16'' x 22 1/2'' x 19 11/16''<br />
* Weight: 80.5 lbs<br />
* Power Consumption: 125 W <br />
<br />
== Task List ==<br />
<br />
* Source materials and initial design.<br />
<br />
== Resources ==<br />
<br />
* [http://mamedev.org/ Official MAME website]<br />
* [http://www.reddit.com/r/mame MAME reddit community]<br />
* [http://www.upubuntu.com/2012/10/how-to-install-mame-multiple-arcade.html Ubuntu MAME installation tutorial]<br />
* [http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Home-Arcade-Machine/ Instructibles article on DIY arcade machine] (One of many such tutorials out there)<br />
* [http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Cab-arcade/?ALLSTEPS Another Instructables on building your own cabinet]<br />
* [http://blog.petrockblock.com/retropie/ RetroPie Project] - Raspberry Pi Multi-emulator image<br />
<br />
[[Category:Projects]]</div>Keithjrhttps://wiki.lowellmakes.com/index.php?title=MAME_Cabinet&diff=7495MAME Cabinet2014-10-11T19:41:24Z<p>Keithjr: /* Resources */</p>
<hr />
<div>= MAME Machine =<br />
<br />
The goal for this project is to fabricate an arcade cabinet for a MAME machine. This could be the beginning of a Lowell Makes Arcade. This could definitely be a selling point with new members. <br />
<br />
== Preliminary Design ==<br />
<br />
* The aracde machine size would be dictated by the size screen we put into it.<br />
* There are many tutorials online that go into building cabinets in great detail.<br />
<br />
<br />
== Materials == <br />
<br />
We will need wood or mdf for the cabinet.<br />
<br>Play Screen<br />
<br>Arcade Buttons<br />
<br>Keyboard Encoder<br />
<br>Small PC to run the software. An old laptop or junk pc should do fine. The software does not require a lot of power. Graphics are something to keep in mind though.<br />
<br />
== Task List ==<br />
<br />
* Source materials and initial design.<br />
<br />
== Resources ==<br />
<br />
* [http://mamedev.org/ Official MAME website]<br />
* [http://www.reddit.com/r/mame MAME reddit community]<br />
* [http://www.upubuntu.com/2012/10/how-to-install-mame-multiple-arcade.html Ubuntu MAME installation tutorial]<br />
* [http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Home-Arcade-Machine/ Instructibles article on DIY arcade machine] (One of many such tutorials out there)<br />
* [http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Cab-arcade/?ALLSTEPS Another Instructables on building your own cabinet]<br />
* [http://blog.petrockblock.com/retropie/ RetroPie Project] - Raspberry Pi Multi-emulator image<br />
<br />
[[Category:Projects]]</div>Keithjrhttps://wiki.lowellmakes.com/index.php?title=Main_Page&diff=7388Main Page2014-09-30T15:04:11Z<p>Keithjr: </p>
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<div><div style="font-size:162%; border:none; margin:0; padding:.1em; color:#000;">Welcome to the Lowell Makes Wiki</div><br />
<br />
Lowell Makes is a membership‐driven collaborative space equipped with a wide variety of tools, machines, materials, computers and other resources where individuals can gain and practice modern skills with state‐of‐the‐art technology, access to resources they could not otherwise, and a community of creative minded people who make all kinds of things.<br />
<br />
“Art is the Handmaid of Human Good” is both the City of Lowell’s motto, and a reminder of Lowell’s rich industrial and artistic history as our inspiration.<br />
<br />
* [[Meetings|Meetings]]<br />
* [[Classes|Classes]]<br />
* [[:Category:Projects|Projects]]<br />
* [[:Category:Events|Events]]<br />
* [[:Category:Member Skills & Interests|Member Skills & Interests]]<br />
* [[Contacts|Topic Contacts]]<br />
<br />
== The Space ==<br />
<br />
Lowell Makes is located in downtown Lowell, where we lease approximately 6,000 square feet of space.<br />
<br />
<blockquote><br />
47 Lee St <br/><br />
Lowell MA 01852<br />
</blockquote><br />
<br />
Feel free to visit during our weekly [[Meetings#Open_House|Open House]], which takes place every Wednesday from 6PM to 9PM. <br />
<br />
Please visit our [http://lowellmakes.com/contact-us/ Contact Us] page for more information on getting in touch with Lowell Makes.<br />
<br />
[[NewMemberInfo|Info for New Members]] <br />
<br />
<br />
== How to Join ==<br />
<br />
Lowell Makes offers multiple tiers of membership: Maker, Professional, and Entrepreneur. 1-Day and 3-Day passes are also available.<br />
<br />
Members are given 24x7 access to the space, and receive 10% off the cost of any workshops and classes.<br />
<br />
For more information, visit our [http://lowellmakes.com/how-to-join-us/ Membership page].<br />
<br />
== Instructions ==<br />
*[[Laser_Cutter_Instructions|Laser Cutter]]<br />
*[[Raspberry_Pi|Raspberry Pi]]<br />
*[[Arduino]]<br />
<br />
== Active Projects ==<br />
*[[Member_Site_Development|Member Site Development]]<br />
*[[Twitter_Vending_Machine|Twitter Vending Machine]]<br />
*[[Member_Site_Development|NFC/RFID Access]]<br />
*[[Solar_Panel|Solar Panel]]<br />
<br />
== Future project ideas ==<br />
*[[Quad_Copter|Quad Copter]]<br />
*[[LED_sign|LED sign]]<br />
*[[musical_stairs|Musical stairs]]<br />
*[[MAME_Cabinet|MAME Cabinet]]<br />
*[[Virtual_Pinball|Virtual Pinball]]<br />
*[[Photobooth|Photobooth]]<br />
*[[Vertical_Garden|Vertical Garden]]<br />
*[[Pedal_Car|Pedal Car]]<br />
*[[Paint_Station|Paint Station]]<br />
*[[Crafting_Station|Crafting Station]]<br />
*[[Tshirt_Gun|Tshirt Gun]]<br />
*[[Interactive_Whiteboard|Interactive Whiteboard]]<br />
*[[Surface_Pro_Like_Table|Surface Pro Like Table]]<br />
*[[3D_Scanner|3D Scanner using Microsoft Kinect]]<br />
<br />
== Library of links ==<br />
*[[Library|Library of links]]<br />
<br />
__NOTOC__</div>Keithjrhttps://wiki.lowellmakes.com/index.php?title=Contacts&diff=7387Contacts2014-09-30T15:02:52Z<p>Keithjr: </p>
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<div>The following is a list of point-of-contact individuals for specific topics. If you have a question related to one of these domains, please see the people listed.<br />
<br />
* '''Laser Cutter''' - John Noto<br />
* '''IT and Entry Access''' - Patrick Shields, Mike Rushton<br />
* '''Woodshop Requests''' - James Saunders, Steve Birmingham<br />
* '''Leather and Costuming''' - Gillian<br />
* '''Bike Shop''' - Steve Birmingham<br />
* '''Metalworking Shop''' - Steve Birmingham</div>Keithjrhttps://wiki.lowellmakes.com/index.php?title=Contacts&diff=7386Contacts2014-09-30T01:22:18Z<p>Keithjr: </p>
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<div>The following is a list of point-of-contact individuals for specific topics. If you have a question related to one of these domains, please see the people listed.<br />
<br />
* '''Laser Cutter''' - John Noto<br />
* '''Entry System''' - Patrick Shields, Mike Rushton<br />
* '''Woodshop Requests''' - James Saunders, Steve Birmingham</div>Keithjrhttps://wiki.lowellmakes.com/index.php?title=Contacts&diff=7385Contacts2014-09-30T01:21:58Z<p>Keithjr: Created page with "The following is a list of point-of-contact individuals for specific topics. If you have a question related to one of these domains, please see the people listed. * Laser Cutte…"</p>
<hr />
<div>The following is a list of point-of-contact individuals for specific topics. If you have a question related to one of these domains, please see the people listed.<br />
<br />
* Laser Cutter - John Noto<br />
* Entry System - Patrick Shields, Mike Rushton<br />
* Woodshop Requests - James Saunders, Steve Birmingham</div>Keithjrhttps://wiki.lowellmakes.com/index.php?title=MAME_Cabinet&diff=91MAME Cabinet2014-08-29T15:56:20Z<p>Keithjr: </p>
<hr />
<div>= MAME Machine =<br />
<br />
The goal for this project is to fabricate an arcade cabinet for a MAME machine. This could be the beginning of a Lowell Makes Arcade. This could definitely be a selling point with new members. <br />
<br />
== Preliminary Design ==<br />
<br />
* The aracde machine size would be dictated by the size screen we put into it.<br />
* There are many tutorials online that go into building cabinets in great detail.<br />
<br />
<br />
== Materials == <br />
<br />
We will need wood or mdf for the cabinet.<br />
<br>Play Screen<br />
<br>Arcade Buttons<br />
<br>Keyboard Encoder<br />
<br>Small PC to run the software. An old laptop or junk pc should do fine. The software does not require a lot of power. Graphics are something to keep in mind though.<br />
<br />
== Task List ==<br />
<br />
* Source materials and initial design.<br />
<br />
== Resources ==<br />
<br />
* [http://mamedev.org/ Official MAME website]<br />
* [http://www.reddit.com/r/mame MAME reddit community]<br />
* [http://www.upubuntu.com/2012/10/how-to-install-mame-multiple-arcade.html Ubuntu MAME installation tutorial]<br />
* [http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Home-Arcade-Machine/ Instructibles article on DIY arcade machine] (One of many such tutorials out there)<br />
<br />
[[Category:Projects]]</div>Keithjrhttps://wiki.lowellmakes.com/index.php?title=MAME_Cabinet&diff=90MAME Cabinet2014-08-29T15:56:06Z<p>Keithjr: </p>
<hr />
<div>= MAME Machine =<br />
<br />
The goal for this project is to fabricate an arcade cabinet for a MAME machine. This could be the beginning of a Lowell Makes Arcade. This could definitely be a selling point with new members. <br />
<br />
== Preliminary Design ==<br />
<br />
* The aracde machine size would be dictated by the size screen we put into it.<br />
* There are many tutorials online that go into building cabinets in great detail.<br />
<br />
<br />
== Materials == <br />
<br />
We will need wood or mdf for the cabinet.<br />
<br>Play Screen<br />
<br>Arcade Buttons<br />
<br>Keyboard Encoder<br />
<br>Small PC to run the software. An old laptop or junk pc should do fine. The software does not require a lot of power. Graphics are something to keep in mind though.<br />
<br />
== Task List ==<br />
<br />
* Source materials and initial design.<br />
<br />
== Resources ==<br />
<br />
* [http://mamedev.org/ Official MAME website]<br />
* [http://www.reddit.com/r/mame MAME reddit community]<br />
* [http://www.upubuntu.com/2012/10/how-to-install-mame-multiple-arcade.html Ubuntu MAME installation tutorial]<br />
* [http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Home-Arcade-Machine/ Instructibles article on DIY arcade machine] (One of many such tutorials out there<br />
<br />
[[Category:Projects]]</div>Keithjrhttps://wiki.lowellmakes.com/index.php?title=Solar_Panel&diff=33Solar Panel2014-07-07T18:20:11Z<p>Keithjr: Created page with "= Solar Panel = The goal for this project is to fabricate a standing solar panel. The immediate application for this panel will be to provide power to our table at the [http://…"</p>
<hr />
<div>= Solar Panel =<br />
<br />
The goal for this project is to fabricate a standing solar panel. The immediate application for this panel will be to provide power to our table at the [http://www.lowellfolkfestival.org/ Lowell Folk Festival]. <br />
<br />
== Preliminary Design ==<br />
<br />
* The solar support will be made of a 7' or 8'tall by 6"x6" pole made up of 6" maple sheets glued together with dowels every foot.<br />
* The stand it sits in will be made up of 2.5' 2x6's in a swastika-type shape attached to the pole using angle brackets and bolts.<br />
* The rest we have some ideas on but won't fully plan out till we have the base built out.<br />
<br />
== Materials == <br />
<br />
Mike has already purchased and brought in the maple wood, wood glue, dowels and a 6" roller.<br />
<br />
== Task List ==<br />
<br />
* Calculate weight required to prevent tipping in moderate to high winds<br />
<br />
<br />
[[Category:Projects]]</div>Keithjrhttps://wiki.lowellmakes.com/index.php?title=Category:Projects&diff=30Category:Projects2014-06-23T02:58:13Z<p>Keithjr: Created page with "Active, completed, and planned projects"</p>
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<div>Active, completed, and planned projects</div>Keithjrhttps://wiki.lowellmakes.com/index.php?title=Classes&diff=29Classes2014-06-23T02:57:02Z<p>Keithjr: Created page with "Information for all past and upcoming projects can be found at the [http://www.eventbrite.com/o/lowell-makes-3163005126 Lowell Makes Eventbrite page]."</p>
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<div>Information for all past and upcoming projects can be found at the [http://www.eventbrite.com/o/lowell-makes-3163005126 Lowell Makes Eventbrite page].</div>Keithjrhttps://wiki.lowellmakes.com/index.php?title=Member_Site_Development&diff=27Member Site Development2014-06-23T02:38:17Z<p>Keithjr: </p>
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<div>= Member Site Development =<br />
This is for capturing the ideas and thoughts of how to build the members website to help the development process<br />
* Hopefully this can be used as a reference as well to help build a user guide.<br />
<br />
== Overview ==<br />
The site is online at [https://members.lowellmakes.com here]<br />
<br />
=== Purpose ===<br />
The purpose of this site is to allow members to login and manage their memberships, account balance, and RFID cards.<br />
As well as allow administrators to manage access privileges, and monitor usage, and provision new RFID cards.<br />
<br />
=== Basic Features ===<br />
<br />
== Development Process ==<br />
<br />
=== Task List ===<br />
* <strike>Update User Card Management</strike><br />
** <strike>Add ability to disable/enable cards</strike><br />
** <strike>Add ability to add cards (if user has permission)</strike><br />
** <strike>Add log of users Card Events</strike><br />
* <strike>Add Card Page (accessibly by user of card and admins)</strike><br />
** <strike>Show Card Use Log</strike><br />
** <strike>Allow Editing Details</strike><br />
** <strike>Allow Enable/Disable</strike><br />
** Show Card Balance (If any)<br />
* <strike>Add card management page for administrator</strike><br />
** <strike>List All Cards</strike><br />
** <strike>Show Specific User Cards</strike><br />
** <strike>Add New Cards</strike><br />
** <strike>Fix Update function</strike><br />
** <strike>Edit Cards</strike><br />
* Update User Account Page (auth_admin/update_user_account) Bugs<br />
** Can't update user's name<br />
** Can't update user's phone<br />
** Can't update user's company<br />
** Can't update user's address<br />
* Create Admin Account Creation Page<br />
** Allow setting all of User info<br />
** Upon creation user get special email notifying of account<br />
** Email link allows user to click to activate account & setup their password<br />
* <strike>Update User Membership Page<br />
** <strike>Show current Memberships</strike><br />
** <strike>Show unused memberships</strike><br />
** <strike>Show expired memberships</strike><br />
* Add membership management page for administrator<br />
** List All Memberships<br />
** Show Memberships of Single User<br />
** Add Memberships<br />
** Edit Memberships<br />
* Add paypal support<br />
** Allow adding funds to accounts<br />
** Learn more about PayPal APIs<br />
** Activate memberships?<br />
* Make site mobile friendly<br />
** Use "$this->agent->is_mobile()"<br />
** Layout views to flow well on a phone<br />
<br />
== Users ==<br />
Details on how user data is structured. This is both database schema as well as how users interact with the system. Their primary interface will change based on their group and membership levels.<br />
<br />
*User Data<br />
** Username<br />
** Password (salted hash)<br />
** First/Last Name<br />
** Email<br />
** Mailing Address (Optional)<br />
** Current $$ Balance<br />
*User Items<br />
** Cards<br />
** Memberships<br />
** Tool Time<br />
** Purchase Log<br />
<br />
=== Groups ===<br />
These dictate the level of access the user has to the members website. Anyone can login to the site and generate a user account. At this point they will be a member of Guest, which allow them minimal access.<br />
Once promoted to the group <br />
<br />
==== Types ====<br />
* Guest<br />
** This is a basic account with the ability to manage your own profile data<br />
* Member<br />
** This is an account that lets you Add Money, Buy memberships, Review your transaction logs, Manage your RFID cards, etc<br />
* Admin<br />
** This allows you to review all lower accounts, and perform actions on their behalf (except add money via paypal/etc), or add credits to user accounts<br />
* Developer<br />
** This allows you to review more technical aspects of the database/site. Allow any change to any data (except maybe things that break the database)<br />
** This is protected from all but the site developer/site admin to protect against accidental site damage, but allow fixes to bugs and bug discovery in site.<br />
<br />
==== Guest Features ====<br />
* Update User Profile Data<br />
** Name<br />
** Email<br />
** Password<br />
** Username?<br />
<br />
==== Member Features ====<br />
* All Guest Features<br />
* Access special member site?<br />
* See transaction logs (money/purchases)<br />
* Update Cards<br />
** Set card name<br />
** Disable Card<br />
* See card logs (door access/tools/etc)<br />
<br />
==== Admin Features ====<br />
* All Member Features<br />
* Administrate Users<br />
** Set user groups<br />
** Update user data<br />
** Etc<br />
* Administrate Cards<br />
** Add new user card<br />
** Connect cards to users<br />
** Disable cards<br />
** Rename cards<br />
* Administrate Memberships<br />
** Review all current/past memberships<br />
** Add new memberships to users account<br />
** Change memberships start/end date<br />
** Reset pass memberships (for accidental use/comping)<br />
*** This would be to make a day pass unactivated<br />
* Admin Items<br />
** Add new items<br />
** Update stock status of items<br />
** Update items<br />
*** Name<br />
*** Description<br />
*** Price<br />
<br />
==== Developer Features ====<br />
* All admin features<br />
* Developer Data<br />
<br />
=== Memberships ===<br />
We need to keep track of membership data. This will be useful for a history for the user as well as total history for admins. Finally this can be used to determine valid access to doors/equipment.<br />
<br />
==== Types ====<br />
List of membership types:<br />
* Day Pass<br />
* Week Pass<br />
* Monthly Pass<br />
* Monthly Full Access<br />
* Yearly Full Access<br />
* Etc<br />
<br />
=== Money ===<br />
We need to keep track of money in a user's account. This allows them to purchase both memberships, time on tools, as well as items from vending machines<br />
<br />
== RFID Cards ==<br />
Keeping track of the RFID card information, logs of activities, and ensure the system is secure is the goal of this section<br />
<br />
=== Type / Hardware ===<br />
* Mifare?<br />
<br />
=== Security ===<br />
* RFID Serial Must be registered in DB<br />
* Should probably implement OTP hash stored in card<br />
** Read serial/hash<br />
** Check DB, if valid card continue<br />
** Generate new hash from: serial, secret value, last hash, and current timestamp<br />
** Write new hash to card<br />
** Read/Verify new hash on card<br />
** Update DB with new hash<br />
** Log valid card swipe<br />
<br />
=== Hardware Interfaces ===<br />
<br />
* Doors<br />
** Strikeplates<br />
** Open/Close Sensor?<br />
** Doorbell?<br />
* Tools<br />
** Power Lockout<br />
** Power Interlocks<br />
*** Dust Capture<br />
*** Power Vent<br />
*** Water Chiller<br />
*** Air assist<br />
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<div>==Open House==<br />
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Our weekly Open House is a great opportunity to tour Lowell Makes, meet members, and talk about projects. This event is open to the public and takes place Wendesdays nights, 6:00PM - 9:00PM. <br />
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==Monthly Member Meeting==<br />
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The Monthly Member Meeting occurs on the last Sunday of every month, from 2:00PM to 4:00PM. Topics include policies, future classes, and general planning. <br />
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===Next Meeting===<br />
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Sunday July 27, 2014<br />
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===Previous Member Meeting Minutes===<br />
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