Breaking Taps Courses

Speedrunning 30 Years of Lithography Technology

Explore the journey of replicating 30 years of lithography technology advancements, from assembly challenges to breakthroughs, in this engaging and informative video on semiconductor manufacturing.

• YouTube
• 46 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Cutting Mirrors with Diamonds - Optical Mirror Fabrication Techniques

Explore diamond-based optical mirror creation techniques, focusing on precision cutting methods and applications in quantum optics and advanced scientific instruments.

• YouTube
• 19 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Laser Melting Metal onto Glass

Discover the fascinating process of laser metal deposition on glass, exploring techniques for silver, aluminum, copper, invar, titanium, and niobium in this engaging experimental demonstration.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Liquid Metal Magnetohydrodynamic Reaction Wheel for Satellites

Explore the fascinating concept of liquid metal-based reaction wheels for satellites using magnetohydrodynamic effects, including design principles and practical applications.

• YouTube
• 13 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Behind the Scenes: Engineering and Manufacturing at Formlabs - A Research and Development Tour

Dive into an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of Formlabs' R&D facilities, exploring cutting-edge 3D printer manufacturing, materials science, engineering labs, and innovative testing processes.

• YouTube
• 59 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Making Camera Pixels from Copper

Explore the creation of photosensitive pixels using copper oxide in this fascinating experiment, delving into semiconductor physics and advanced microscopy techniques.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Making a Robotic Muscle is Hard

Discover the challenges of creating custom electromagnetic actuators for robotic applications through hands-on engineering problem-solving and troubleshooting techniques.

• YouTube
• 34 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Designing Space-Grade Hinges: From Press-Fit to PEEK Bushings

Explore the intricate process of designing and manufacturing space-grade hinges through multiple iterations, from basic press-fits to advanced PEEK bushings and precision machining techniques.

• YouTube
• 35 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Electron Beam Lithography - Drawing Images with Electrons

Explore electron beam lithography using a scanning electron microscope. Learn about substrates, resists, development, and factors affecting image quality. Discover applications and future possibilities in nanoscale fabrication.

• YouTube
• 25 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

DIY Laser Lithography - Micron Resolution

Explore DIY laser lithography for microfabrication, including techniques, equipment, and results. Learn about maskless photolithography and its applications in creating intricate patterns at micron resolution.

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Making DIY Lenses with Epoxy

Learn to create DIY lenses using epoxy and replication molding. Explore techniques, materials, and challenges in achieving optical-quality finishes, with insights on overcoming common issues.

• YouTube
• 24 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Too Good to Be True? Low Temperature Sintering

Explore low-temperature sintering of silicon carbide, examining its feasibility, process, and potential implications through experimental analysis and critical evaluation of research claims.

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Poking Atoms With a Very Sharp Stick

Explore Atomic Force Microscopy principles, DIY macro-AFM construction, and real-world AFM scanning techniques. Learn about cantilever displacement, MEMs scanners, and various material scans.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

DIY Scanning Laser Microscope

Learn to build a DIY scanning laser microscope using 3D printing and open-source components. Explore confocal microscopy principles, optical setup, and data processing for 3D surface topology imaging.

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Avid CNC Benchtop Pro - Aluminum Chatter Analysis

Exploring aluminum machining on Avid CNC Benchtop Pro, featuring end mill testing, chatter analysis, and puzzle cutting attempts to optimize performance and reduce vibration.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video