Metalworking might conjure images of large furnaces powered by coal, wood, or electricity, with molten metal sloshing around and visible in its crucible. But metalworking from home doesn’t need to use ...

The easiest route for genuine hands-on learning: take apart some old stuff. Old computers, old appliances. What's inside? What can you do with them? How about a microwave? A microwave can be used to ...

It takes a lot to melt metal — you generally need some sort of heavy-duty torch and a whole lot of time to spare. But if you’re familiar with the application of electrical energy and have a basic ...