Blog Posts
Train Project Assembly Video
Students in my DDP class really wanted a video tutorial for the train project for assembly with the insert constraint; and I needed a reason to tune my new microphone… so here it is! This is an update from the one done in 2015… https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hZrNAhv3Gxg 2,950 total views, 2 views today
Baldwinsville Students Make LED Signs in CIM Class
Mr. Cuyler’s CIM classes at Baldwinsville HS in central New York recently completed the LED sign project, and made some great signs. His students made this video of all of their projects, and they are truly amazing! Nice work everyone. 2,950 total views, 2 views today
The Power Grid
How does the electricity that you use for everyday life get to your house? Americans use a lot of energy every day and we count on electricity for almost everything we do, and the amount of electricity we use is continually growing. Where does this energy come from, and how does it get to us? […]
How a Tesla Model S is Made
In our run up to Manufacturing Day 2019 we’ll post a different “How It’s Made” video from around the web. Enjoy! This one is from WIRED Magazine. If founder Elon Musk is right, Tesla Motors just might reinvent the American auto industry—with specialized robots building slick electric cars in a factory straight from the future. […]
How a TIMEX Watch is Made
Timex watches are known to be high quality yet reliable and affordable. The brand has been in business since the 1800s. Insider’s Fabiana Buontempo visited their headquarters in Connecticut to learn what goes into making their watches. The art of watchmaking is often machine-based these days, but at Timex, all the watches in its new […]
Why do I need a resistor with Inputs on robots and micro-controllers?
Question: Why do I need a resistor when I am using inputs or outputs on a Dobot Magician? For that matter, Do I need them for micro-controllers like the VEX, or Arduinos? Answer: Well… Yes; on the Dobot you may, and on some micro-controllers also. The reason for this is actually pretty simple, and can […]
Want a Deal on Dobot Magicians?
How about a deal on a some new Dobot Magicians? We are constantly developing new resources for using the Dobot Magician in your classroom. This includes: Activities Presentations Teacher Resources Handouts Tutorials Solutions To help us better understand who has Dobots, who needs Dobots, what accessories you have, and how you would like to use […]
IED Students Design & Build Clocks
For their final project in Design and Drawing for Production (IED), students in Mr. Hyatt’s class designed, modeled, and produced their own custom laser cut clocks. Students were given some basic constraints but were encouraged to be creative, use the knowledge and skills they’ve acquired this year in class, and demonstrate what the laser cutter […]
Injection Molding: Marvel of Modern Engineering
Jim Found this one, and it is a GEM! A video about a plastic ball valve. Really? This is a marvel of engineering? Ummm… actually… yes. Jim and I both think so, and since it’s on the internet it must be true. This is a great 15 minute video with some wry humor thrown in […]
Chris & Jim CIM
Welcome to www.chrisandjimcim.com. Our mission is to make Computer Integrated Manufacturing more exciting and easier for students and educators alike. As you utilize the resources here, you will see how Science, Technology, Engineering & Math can be brought to life for your students, and possibly spark the interests of the next generation of manufacturers and makers...
CHRIS HURD
Caz HS Tech Labs
31 Emory Ave
JIM HANSON
Walker Career Center
9651 East 21st Street
