Repair and restoration work (2013)

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Inertial locking box
A novel box designed to unlock only when spun like a top. 
The design, prototyping, and creation process has been documented here.
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Lost Wax casting
An example of the lost wax casting process and all the lovely details therein. This is how I clone items without using my science degree!               [click to continue]
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The singing bird automaton
Made by a clockmaker in the late 1800's, this music box is an example of one of the world's very first robots.  [ click to continue ]
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Chalice restoration 
A peek into the process of restoring several ceremonial chalices.               [click to continue]
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The coffee engine enigma
About two weeks ago, I posted photos and a description of a puzzling device and offered anyone the chance to guess how it worked.             [ click to continue] 
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Hippodoptera under glass
A wonderfully odd art piece came into the shop recently. Two glass domes arrived, each covering a delicate and curious arrangement.   [ click to continue] 
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A riddle
Judicious googling is your friend here. Enjoy!
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