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S1 E11 Building the Retractable Plasma Lightsaber

Instructional & Educational

7

15m

31. dec. 2019

The Hacksmith team takes on an ambitious engineering challenge: creating a real, functional retractable lightsaber powered by 4000-degree plasma. Watch as they design and build a custom hilt inspired by Star Wars aesthetics, complete with working electronics and a retractable blade mechanism. The episode covers the entire build process, from CAD design and PCB creation to the final assembly and testing of this incredible prototype. Discover how they engineered the power system, explored different blade color options, and ultimately created what may be the world's first truly retractable plasma lightsaber. This is engineering meets sci-fi fantasy.

SÆSON 1, 11 Episoder

SÆSON 1 (11 Episoder)

Hacksmith Industries - Building a Bulletproof John Wick Suit

Building a Bulletproof John Wick Suit,

The Hacksmith team takes on an ambitious real-world engineering challenge: creating a fully functional bulletproof suit inspired by John Wick. Working with ballistics experts and body armor specialists, they design and test protective gear that combines advanced materials and tactical engineering. The project showcases the intersection of movie fantasy and practical engineering, featuring custom suit fabrication, materials testing, and live ballistic trials to determine just how effective their creation truly is.

Hacksmith Industries - The Worthiness Test

The Worthiness Test,

Can you lift Thor's hammer? The Hacksmith team puts their engineering skills to the test by creating a real-world version of Mjolnir and challenging people to see if they're worthy. Watch as they design and build custom kettlebells disguised as the legendary Norse weapon, then put them through extreme stress tests. It's a fun blend of mythology, engineering, and fitness challenges as they explore what happens when fiction meets physics.

Hacksmith Industries - Building Real Mario Karts

Building Real Mario Karts,

The Hacksmith team brings the iconic video game to life by engineering fully functional Mario Kart vehicles. Starting with mechanical upgrades to their shop karts, they test speed and handling before adding authentic Mario Kart elements like power-ups and boosts. The build culminates in custom-designed karts that capture the look and feel of the beloved Nintendo game. Along the way, they showcase circuit design, custom controls, and the engineering required to make virtual racing real. Features exclusive project files and design details for viewers interested in the technical side.

Hacksmith Industries - Building the Winter Soldier Arm

Building the Winter Soldier Arm,

The Hacksmith takes on an ambitious build inspired by Marvel Contest of Champions, creating a fully functional Winter Soldier arm. Starting with design concepts and material selection, the team constructs an intricate prosthetic arm featuring custom sewing, structural engineering, and unexpected features including bulletproof capabilities. Watch as the build progresses from mannequin work through final assembly and activation, with surprising design pivots along the way. This episode showcases the intersection of craftsmanship, engineering, and Marvel fandom as the team brings a superhero prop to life.

Hacksmith Industries - Building the Giant Bat Signal

Building the Giant Bat Signal,

The Hacksmith team takes on an iconic challenge: constructing a fully functional Bat Signal that actually works. This engineering project combines circuit design, 3D printing, and precision machining to recreate the legendary Batman device from scratch. Using advanced tools like CNC mills, laser cutters, and custom electronics, the team brings the fictional gadget to life, complete with functional optics and electrical systems. The build process showcases professional-grade fabrication techniques and problem-solving as they transform concept into reality.

Hacksmith Industries - Building Attack on Titan Swords

Building Attack on Titan Swords,

The Hacksmith takes on an ambitious one-day build project, crafting iconic swords inspired by Attack on Titan. Watch as the team designs and manufactures functional blades from scratch using state-of-the-art CNC machinery and metalworking equipment. The video documents the entire process from initial concept through design, fabrication, and final testing. Witness the precision engineering and craftsmanship required to bring these legendary weapons to life, culminating in an exciting bench test and real-world performance evaluation.

Hacksmith Industries - Building Bulletproof Adamantium

Building Bulletproof Adamantium,

The Hacksmith team attempts to create a real-life bulletproof skull using advanced materials inspired by fictional Adamantium. In collaboration with Integran and Urban Tactical, they engineer and test protective plating designed to withstand ballistic impact. This experimental project showcases innovative material science and engineering techniques, pushing the boundaries of what's possible with modern manufacturing equipment including CNC machinery, 3D printing, and precision fabrication tools.

Hacksmith Industries - The Aquaman Jet Trident

The Aquaman Jet Trident,

The Hacksmith team builds a real-world Aquaman jet trident and tests it against Olympic champion Michael Phelps in the water. With help from Steve Hulford, a marathon swimmer and water conservationist, they engineer a functional trident powered by jets that can propel a person through water at incredible speeds. Watch as they push the boundaries of what's possible when superhero fiction meets engineering innovation, creating a device that challenges one of the world's fastest swimmers.

Hacksmith Industries - Budget Robot Showdown

Budget Robot Showdown,

From affordable robotic vacuums to cutting-edge engineering marvels, this episode compares robots across every price point. Featured are the Roborock Saros Z70 robotic vacuum, Mammotion Luba mini for lawn care, and a collection of advanced robotics including the Unitree GO 1, H1 humanoid robot, and industrial-grade platforms. Watch as the Hacksmith team demonstrates the capabilities and differences between budget-friendly options and high-end robotic systems, showcasing everything from practical home automation to experimental robotics technology.

Hacksmith Industries - Building a Real Dune Still Suit

Building a Real Dune Still Suit,

The Hacksmith team takes on an ambitious one-day challenge to construct a fully functional still suit inspired by Frank Herbert's Dune universe. This engineering project combines practical fabrication techniques with science fiction design, as the team works through the build process using their advanced tools and machinery. Watch as they transform concepts from the iconic film into a wearable reality, demonstrating the intersection of creative design and technical expertise.

Hacksmith Industries - Building the Retractable Plasma Lightsaber

Building the Retractable Plasma Lightsaber,

The Hacksmith team takes on an ambitious engineering challenge: creating a real, functional retractable lightsaber powered by 4000-degree plasma. Watch as they design and build a custom hilt inspired by Star Wars aesthetics, complete with working electronics and a retractable blade mechanism. The episode covers the entire build process, from CAD design and PCB creation to the final assembly and testing of this incredible prototype. Discover how they engineered the power system, explored different blade color options, and ultimately created what may be the world's first truly retractable plasma lightsaber. This is engineering meets sci-fi fantasy.

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Hacksmith Industries

Reality

7

1 SÆSON

26m

Hacksmith Industries transforms fictional inventions from movies, video games, and comics into real working prototypes. Hosted by an engineer who left his full-time job to pursue this passion, the channel documents the engineering process behind building imaginative devices and gadgets. Each project demonstrates practical applications of science and engineering principles, designed to inspire viewers to pursue careers in STEAM fields and showcase that ambitious ideas can become reality through scientific methodology and creative problem-solving.

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