Humans had to carry out all their machining processes by hand for centuries. Even precision tools had to be maneuvered very carefully, inch by inch, by people holding the devices personally. That all ...

Cricut makes computer-controlled cutting machines for home crafters to use in the design and personalization of mugs, tote bags and anything with a smooth surface. Cricut machines are not printers.

If you’ve been to a craft store or read a DIY blog lately, you have probably heard of a Cricut, but you may not know anything about what it does or why it’s so popular with hobbyists and artists.

Small and powerful laser diodes are getting cheaper and cheaper, and there are a few commercial products that give anyone the ability to cut paper and vinyl with a computer-controlled cutting machine.