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# DIY | HOBBY | DESIGN

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## Posts

- [Bicycle touring trailer](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/bicycle-touring-trailer) - How to build a light two-wheel bicycle trailer without welding or machining: T-frame from duralumin tube, kids bike wheels, and a car steering-joint hitch.
- [Stocking up on water](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/stocking-up-on-water) - How to build an underground concrete water reservoir of 3.5–4 m³: excavation, formwork, wall thickness, ironing and apron.
- [Extending a balcony out of thin air](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/extending-a-balcony-out-of-thin-air) - How to glaze a balcony yourself with an extension: frame diagram, uprights, flower shelves and sliding panes. No canopy, no upstairs neighbor issues.
- [Siberian All-Rounder](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/siberian-all-rounder) - How the homemade Sibiryak ATV tractor is built: articulated frame, D-21A1 diesel, GAZ-66 parts, hydraulics, dump body, and farm implements for rural work.
- [Automatic Curtain](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/automatic-curtain) - How to make a DIY cord curtain mechanism on a wooden rod: open and close heavy drapes almost silently without buying expensive tracks.
- [Lightweight Shovel](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/lightweight-shovel) - A DIY lightweight shovel (LS) with frame bayonet and clod-breaker cuts digging effort 2–3×: parts, build steps, and how to dig a plot more easily.
- [Silver Ant](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/silver-ant) - Homemade Muravey mini-tractor: Tula-200 engine, GAZ drivetrain parts, transfer case, frame, steering and full technical specifications.
- [Mini construction truck](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/mini-construction-truck) - How to build the two-seat light motor truck “Kompakt-200”: tubular frame, cabin, 0.7 m³ body, TG-200M engine, S3D axles, and technical specs.
- [Samovar: wood-fired and electric](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/himself-an-electrician/samovar-wood-fired-and-electric) - How to equip an antique samovar with a 1.2 kW tubular heater while keeping its look. Handle-plugs on the lid, combined mains and firewood heating.
- [Vakhlamov catamaran](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/vakhlamov-catamaran) - Knockdown pine sail catamaran for one person: frame, deck, floats, mast, sail and centerboard. Detailed assembly and transport guide.
- [Sister stoves](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/sister-stoves) - Two steel universal stoves for dacha and bath: quick heating, cooking, drying, water heater, shower, and a steam-stones variant for sauna use.
- [Building an entryway](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/building-an-entryway) - How to build a hallway wardrobe for an old-layout apartment: ash frame, plastic doors, upholstered panels, and an upper cabinet with sliding glass doors.
- [Bedside table](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/bedside-table) - How to build a versatile bedside table for a bedridden patient: folding legs, adjustable tabletop angle, materials, and step-by-step construction.
- [Motor Racing Without... an Engine](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/motor-racing-without-an-engine) - How to build a Formula A mini-car: A/B/C classes, frame sizes, cable steering, block brakes and competition rules for downhill races.
- [Triac controller](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/himself-an-electrician/triac-controller) - How to build a phase-pulse triac regulator for lamps, heaters and motors: schematic, PCB, CMOS logic, adjustment and safety tips.
- [Sail on skates](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/sail-on-skates) - How to build a DN-class collapsible ice boat with a 6 m² sail: hull, sailboard rig, up to 40 km/h, 25 kg weight, and safety rules.
- [Starting from a wall outlet](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/himself-an-electrician/starting-from-a-wall-outlet) - Homemade 220 V car starting device for winter engine cranking: circuit, board, LATR-1M modification, connector and battery-mains switch.
- [Ladder + ladder = step ladder](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/ladder-ladder-step-ladder) - How to make a ladder and support from timber and assemble a stable stepladder for picking fruit from tall cherries, apples, and other garden trees.
- [Polycutter in the field](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/polycutter-in-the-field) - DIY side trailer with rotary tiller for Tula-200 moped: wide coverage, minimal modification, frame design and soil cultivation tips from Modelist-Konstruktor.
- [The filmoscope helps the tiller](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/the-filmoscope-helps-the-tiller) - How to build a 12 V mains supply from a film projector block to repair motoblock and moped electrics without starting the engine.
- [Muffler — a not simple device](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/auto-moto-service/muffler-a-not-simple-device) - How to build a homemade car muffler: triangular housing, guide plates, and a flow splitter. Lower weight, less back pressure, noise within limits.
- [Home foundry](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/home-foundry) - Homemade injection machine for casting plastic model parts: design, parts from the Niva combine, polystyrene casting technology.
- [Chair and step ladder](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/chair-and-step-ladder) - How to make a combined chair-stepladder from chipboard: transformation, design, part sizes and step-by-step assembly. An idea from Ézermester magazine.
- [A MOTOR CULTIVATOR FOR ANY SOIL](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/a-motor-cultivator-for-any-soil) - Homemade NLS-2 Nils walk-behind tractor: transmission, gearbox, wheel-locking system, lugs and plow adjustment designed for heavy soils.
- [Spring in an aquarium](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/spring-in-an-aquarium) - How to build an aquarium filter: working principle, overflow vessel, siphon, gravel and carbon layers, making glass tubes, and safe installation on the tank.
- [With a trailer on a Niva](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/with-a-trailer-on-a-niva) - Homemade cargo trailer for VAZ 2121 Niva: up to 1000 kg load, PR-10 running gear, towing device design and step-by-step frame fabrication guide.
- [Cozy sleeping nook](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/cozy-sleeping-nook) - How to build a corner wall cabinet and bed set: three blocks, bedside nightstands, materials, and assembly of the head section.
- [Welding secrets](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/welding-secrets) - How to start arc welding: equipment tips, direct and reverse polarity, beginner advice, and step-by-step DIY electrode holder construction.
- [Ilyichov’s motor plow](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/ilyichovs-motor-plow) - How the homemade «Vyatich» walk-behind tractor works: Vyatka-150M engine, frame, transmission, wheels, holder and plow.
- [I ADJUST THE FRONT AXLE MYSELF](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/auto-moto-service/i-adjust-the-front-axle-myself) - How to align a VAZ or Moskvich front suspension yourself: caster, camber, toe, load setup, measurements, and a road check to cut tire wear and improve handling.
- [Both in the attic and in the garden](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/both-in-the-attic-and-in-the-garden) - A versatile hammock bed for a dacha or new country house: canvas, wooden poles, rope. Assemble in a day, folds for storage, great for garden rest.
- [Fishing with balls](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/fishing-with-balls) - How to build a compact inflatable fishing boat from football tubes: hull, bottom, rod spacers, paddle from a tube, and materials list.
- [Cold frame greenhouse](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/cold-frame-greenhouse) - How to build an arched greenhouse from flexible rods with no metal parts: materials, rod lengths, frame assembly, film covering, and end walls by Simakov.
- [Reed switch security: simple and effective](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/devices-helpers/reed-switch-security-simple-and-effective) - How to build a magnetic field indicator and reed switch security system: LED, buzzer, power check, and door and window protection circuits.
- [Wheels under sail](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/wheels-under-sail) - How to build an all-season sail land yacht on low-pressure tires: chassis, steerable fork, sail, mast, and wheels from truck inner tubes.
- [Gas leak detector](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/devices-helpers/gas-leak-detector) - How to build a gas alarm with the TGS2610 sensor: circuit diagram, sensor operation, component selection, and safe adjustment without gas calibration.
- [“Little One” cuts the furrow](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/little-one-cuts-the-furrow) - Design of the walk-behind tractor Malysh (KHIMESKh-2): VP-150M engine, gear-and-chain transmission, frame, half-axles, wheel lock, and controls.
- [Broom on wheels](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/broom-on-wheels) - Article on the Vitebsk young technicians club and the MPM-1 mechanical sweeper: design, operation, and parts made from scrap materials.
- [Fire from… water](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/fire-from-water) - How to build a water torch electrolyzer for soldering and welding metals: diagram, calculation, assembly, safety rules and technical specifications.
- [Motorcycle essentials](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/auto-moto-service/motorcycle-essentials) - Small motorcycle upgrades: protect the engine from K-62/63/65 carburetor failure, tank cap nipple, hinged lid and pull-out glove box for Voskhod.
- [The Beginning of the Confrontation](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/marine/the-beginning-of-the-confrontation) - August 1914: how Britain entered the war, North Sea mine warfare, Königin Luise’s raiding voyage and loss, and the sinking of HMS Amphion.
- [Folding barbecue grill](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/folding-barbecue-grill) - How to build a lightweight foldable barbecue (2–2.5 kg) from sheet steel and rod: materials, step-by-step assembly, drill sharpening, and part drawings.
- [Three-tier sauna heater](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/three-tier-sauna-heater) - Homebuilt sauna stove of sheet steel: three blocks, serpentine grate, 240 L tank. Heats a 9 m³ steam room to 80 °C in 1.5 hours in winter.
- [They Called It “Valentine”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/armor/they-called-it-valentine) - British Valentine infantry tank: design, Marks I–XI, Lend-Lease to the USSR, 1941–1945 combat use, crew assessments and Valentine VI specs.
- [Technopark of the Soviet Era](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/technopark-of-the-soviet-era) - A tour of the USSR homemade car museum: Tushinets, Kvarta, Kavkaz, Ivolga, Streamline coupe, and the GMV-2 ATV built from an Il-28U fuselage.
- [Orange Blossom](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/aviation/orange-blossom) - History of the Ne-20 and Nakajima Kikka: German influence, first flight on 7 Aug 1945, the 11 Aug crash, and Orange Blossom’s fate.
- [Fruit guillotine](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/fruit-guillotine) - How to make a guillotine secateur for slicing apples and pears with core removal: blade design, PSr-45 soldering, and fruit-cutting technique.
- [Fire and rescue boat](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/world-of-models/fire-and-rescue-boat) - How to build a 1:33 fire-rescue boat model: fiberglass hull on a plug, deck layout, MU-30 gearbox drive, stern tubes, couplings and propellers.
- [“Little Bear” from Turin](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/auto-show/little-bear-from-turin) - Fiat Panda history since 1980: Giugiaro design, 4x4 and SEAT Marbella, second and third generations, 2020s hybrid, and scale models.
- [Radio Delta](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/world-of-models/radio-delta) - How to build a simple beginner RC powered hang-glider: fuselage, delta wing, landing gear, fuel tank, and a 1.5–2.5 cc engine.
- [Motor plow](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/motor-plow) - Drawings and description of V. Petrunya’s homemade motor plow from Svessa: angle-bar frame, freewheel wheels, 4 km/h chain drive, 50° plow and T-200 engine.
- [Tracer potato planter](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/tracer-potato-planter) - How to build a DIY potato tracer and planter from water/gas pipes: nearly triples planting speed, with drawings, assembly tips, and step-by-step planting technique.
- [Mini galley for a boat](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/mini-galley-for-a-boat) - How the planing Triton mini-galley works: transformable table, sink, telescopic guide, and stowage in a 2×5 m cabin — full independence from shore.
- [From road bike to touring bike](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/from-road-bike-to-touring-bike) - How to equip a cross-country bike: making a frame kangaroo bag, a spare tube and repair kit pouch, patterns and tips from the author.
- [Half a meter of health](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/half-a-meter-of-health) - How to build a home sports corner in a small apartment: gymnastic ladder with removable pull-up bar from boards and broom handles.
- [Build-it-yourself chair](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/build-it-yourself-chair) - How to make furniture without nails or screws: a knock-down chair from plywood or chipboard with interlocking grooves — cutting, assembly, and finishing.
- [Motorboat “Lada-75”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/motorboat-lada-75) - Design of the Lada-75 motorboat by V. Kokorev: sea-knife hull, keel ski, frame drawings, hull assembly and key technical specifications.
- [Ping-pong on the lawn](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/ping-pong-on-the-lawn) - How to build a folding table tennis table from timber and chipboard: base, top, hinges, braces, and step-by-step assembly for a yard or garden.
- [Got a hole? We'll fix it!](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/got-a-hole-well-fix-it) - Step-by-step method to patch a hole in a windsurf or surf board: cutout, foam insert, mesh, putty, gauze layers, and waterproof paint finish.
- [Electronic fishing rod](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/devices-helpers/electronic-fishing-rod) - How to build an electronic bite indicator for four fishing rods: line-tension sensor, transistor circuit, light and sound. Assembly and contact gap tuning.
- [Cargo mini moped](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/cargo-mini-moped) - How to build a cargo side trailer for a mini-moped: frame, leaf spring, wheel, turnbuckle mounting. Hauling loads up to 120 kg and operating experience.
- [Garden “barber”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/garden-barber) - Article about the EKU-1 electric trimmer for lawns and shrubs: design, razor-blade cutter, folding handle, and usage options.
- [Room divider in interior](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/room-divider-in-interior) - How to make a decorative openwork room screen from wood strips and plywood: interlocking patterns, panel assembly, finishing, and interior zoning ideas.
- [Following the leader without leaving your place](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/following-the-leader-without-leaving-your-place) - How to build a home bike trainer with an endless road belt: chain drive, steering a toy car with the handlebars, layout from Polish cycling enthusiasts.
- [All-season helper](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/all-season-helper) - How to build a 4WD tractoromobile from scrap: frame, GAZ transmission, Niva PTO, hydraulic hitch, plow, body and state registration.
- [Rain trap](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/rain-trap) - How to build a simple rainwater collector in one day: supports, lath frame, film, gutter and storage tank to harvest rain on your garden plot.
- [Gas soldering iron](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/gas-soldering-iron) - How to build a gas soldering iron with a PPB-1 valve: nozzle, tip, gas line, heat control, and safe soldering tips for bodywork and radiators.
- [Build your own voice amplifier](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/devices-helpers/build-your-own-voice-amplifier) - How to build a megaphone in a couple of hours: K174UN5 circuit, 4.5 W output from 12 V, phone microphone, assembly tips and dynamic capsule adapter.
- [Even the “Little One” doesn’t spoil the furrow](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/even-the-little-one-doesnt-spoil-the-furrow) - Homemade mini-tractor build: pipe frame, UD-25 diesel (14 hp), Ural and ZAZ dual gearbox, cardan shaft, chain drive, Volga rear axle, front axle and hydraulic hitch.
- [Autogyro — glider](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/autogyro-glider) - Autogyro fuselage design in duralumin, assembly sequence, control systems, forks, and requirements for the rotor control mechanism.
- [Heated cellar](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/heated-cellar) - How to build a spacious root cellar when groundwater is high: foundation, insulation, ventilation, doors and heating for winter vegetable storage.
- [Mini tractor made in the Far East](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/mini-tractor-made-in-the-far-east) - How young designers in the Russian Far East built the Amurchonok mini-tractor from serial parts: PD-10A engine, GAZ-51 gearbox, hydraulics and drive layout.
- [Ski trailer](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/ski-trailer) - How to build a ski trailer from downhill skis: frame, front beam, extension and cargo platform. Handy winter transport for backpacks and heavy loads on snow.
- [Homemade sprayer](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/homemade-sprayer) - How to build an electric garden sprayer: sewing machine motor, Ural motorcycle pump, assembly, container mounting, and electrical safety measures.
- [Underground water tower](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/underground-water-tower) - How to build home water supply: well, Malysh pump, 150 L pressure tank, float and limit switch for automatic operation.
- [11 kW inverter for an apartment](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/himself-an-electrician/11-kw-inverter-for-an-apartment) - Review of an 11 kW hybrid inverter for apartments: solar stove power, dual MPPT, 500 V winter limit, installation, price, noise, and real savings.
- [“Butterfly” on the waves](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/butterfly-on-the-waves) - How to build the international Moth dinghy: plywood hull, mast, rigging and sail. Step-by-step guide for amateur boatbuilders. Weight under 30 kg.
- [Teen buggy](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/teen-buggy) - Design of the school Buggy-350 based on a motor tricycle: chassis, brakes, IZH-350 engine, fuel supply, roll cage and open body for cross-country racing.
- [Prefabricated garage](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/prefabricated-garage) - How to build a DIY modular shell garage: drawings, materials, roof truss, lift-up counterweight gates, and geometric calculation of pivot attachment points.
- [Pneumatic all-terrain vehicle](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/pneumatic-all-terrain-vehicle) - Homemade single-seat pneumatic ATV for fishing: unsinkable design, transmission, suspension, 3 L per trip fuel use, and a four-seat all-wheel-drive project.
- [Watered by a diaphragm](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/watered-by-a-diaphragm) - Device for watering with warm water: a 1000 mm steel cube with a bag-membrane, couplings and stand. Solar heating and greenhouse effect.
- [Bicycle in a suitcase](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/bicycle-in-a-suitcase) - How to build a folding bicycle that fits in a 650×450×150 mm case after transformation: frame, forks, handlebar, assembly and folding in 10 minutes.
- [Shredding fruits and root vegetables](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/shredding-fruits-and-root-vegetables) - A simple village slicer from Barnukovo: apples for juice and wine, root crops for feed. Tank design, 1.1 kW motor, and cutting disc construction.
- [In the fight for a good harvest](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/in-the-fight-for-a-good-harvest) - How to build a potato sprayer for mechanized field work: frame, pressure boom, 200 L tank, 12 V pump. Output up to 1 hectare per hour.
- [In spot welding mode](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/himself-an-electrician/in-spot-welding-mode) - Homemade spot welder on OSM-1.0: secondary rewind, electrode holders, mains wiring via magnetic starter, and safe operating rules for sheet steel up to 3 mm.
- [Walking on water](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/walking-on-water) - How to build foam water skis: design, blades, catamaran assembly, floating blind and shelter. A lightweight way to hunt and fish in swamps and reeds.
- [Using a fire extinguisher against pests](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/using-a-fire-extinguisher-against-pests) - Step-by-step guide to making a hand garden sprayer from a foam fire extinguisher: valve, pipe, hose, spray tube, and safety precautions.
- [Magic hammer](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/magic-hammer) - How to restore or build a car body by hammer-forming: tools, metal stretching, gutters, fenders, stiffening ribs and grilles in your garage.
- [Folding workbench](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/folding-workbench) - Design of a folding workbench with a clamping unit: base, two tables, and workpiece fixation at 30°, 60°, and 90°. Detailed description of units and fasteners.
- [The backpack isn’t a foreigner](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/the-backpack-isnt-a-foreigner) - Why pediatricians recommend a rucksack, how to sew a back-worn satchel for a first-grader: 940×330 mm fabric, straps, buckles, and step-by-step figures.
- [Solar-powered dryer](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/solar-powered-dryer) - Solar fruit dryer design: greenhouse effect, inclined platform, convection, 0.3–0.5 kg dried fruit per day per 1 m². Frame and film fastening methods.
- [It lights and “warms”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/it-lights-and-warms) - How to build a wooden wall sconce from birch and acrylic: specs, process charts, carved patterns, assembly and finishing for your home.
- [Not a spring, but gravity](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/not-a-spring-but-gravity) - How to make a wicket gate that closes itself by gravity: tilt the hinge axis 5–7°, use 40×50×4 mm channel steel, no springs, rubber, or weights.
- [The all-terrain vehicle changes its shoes](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/the-all-terrain-vehicle-changes-its-shoes) - All-season pneumatic all-terrain vehicle: 4x4 transmission, transfer case, ZAZ-968 body, interchangeable UAZ wheels, suspension and speed specs.
- [Tent with... heating](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/tent-with-heating) - Pipe in a campfire and hose to a tent: “steam” heating by Rokshin and Tsukanov, trail sauna, greenhouse frost protection, thawing columns and pipes.
- [Vase made from an old light bulb](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/vase-made-from-an-old-light-bulb) - How to make a mini single-flower vase from a burnt-out bulb: materials, 7 steps, safety tips, décor ideas, and common DIY mistakes.
- [Support will correct the mistakes](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/support-will-correct-the-mistakes) - How to fix uneven bearing surfaces of foundation embeds without demolition: wedge and spherical transition rings for precise structure mounting.
- [Automatic bee feeder and waterer](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/automatic-bee-feeder-and-waterer) - How to make a feeder-drinker from a holder and bottle, feed bees syrup with extracts: pine decoction, garlic, pepper, thyme, hawthorn.
- [Out for a sail](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/out-for-a-sail) - How to build a simple boat for beginners: universal hull, strongback, centerboard trunk, sail rig and oars.
- [Outdoor table with an ice compartment: build it in a weekend](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/outdoor-table-with-an-ice-compartment-build-it-in-a-weekend) - Build an outdoor cooler table in a weekend from pine and plastic planters: Kreg tabletop, planter frame, Woodoc Teak finish, and practical assembly tips.
- [Steam bather’s dream](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/steam-bathers-dream) - Combined sauna stove design: brick firebox, afterburner, heating modes, four room-warming options, and a labeled diagram of all components.
- [When construction is just around the corner](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/when-construction-is-just-around-the-corner) - How to organize a construction site for DIY home building: storing lumber, sand, brick, prefab structures, temporary sheds and canopies, binder shelf life.
- [Plowing… with an electric drill](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/plowing-with-an-electric-drill) - How V. Morozov plows a garden plot with a homemade electric plow and winch powered by a 600 W drill: design, operation, limits, expert review.
- [Canoe like the Indians used](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/canoe-like-the-indians-used) - How to build a light canoe (~30 kg) from hardboard or plywood: hull pattern, bending, stems, lacing, epoxy seam sealing and finishing.
- [Shoe rack with seat](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/shoe-rack-with-seat) - Build a compact shoe rack with bench for a small hallway: materials, reinforcement, two zones for boots and shoes. Step-by-step DIY guide.
- [Rack plus cover](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/rack-plus-cover) - How to reduce roof rack drag: a foldable design with side panels, locks and a cover. Assembly drawings, materials and car roof mounting details.
- [Rocking saw](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/rocking-saw) - A second pendulum saw for metal and wood: longitudinal travel, belt adjustment, 0–45° tilt, oscillation lock, depth stop. Machine units and drawings.
- [Honeycomb memo board](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/honeycomb-memo-board) - How to make a honeycomb wall pinboard from foam board in 3 hours for ~$20: materials, step-by-step guide, pinning tips, and variation ideas for your home.
- [Tipper cart](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/tipper-cart) - How to build a two-wheel cart with a tipping dump body at home: angle-bar chassis, bronze-bushing wheels, roofing-iron body, and tilt brackets from a bicycle fork.
- [“Matryoshka” dinghy](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/matryoshka-dinghy) - How to build a dismountable svertboat: three-section fiberglass hull, mold without plug, 8.5 m² sails, side centerboard and duralumin rig.
- [It plows… the little truck](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/it-plows-the-little-truck) - How to build a simple motor winch on a V-50 moped engine: frame, drum, anchor, cooling, and conversion into a cargo motor truck with trailer.
- [Motorcycle for trailblazers](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/motorcycle-for-trailblazers) - A simple wheel-and-ski snowmobile for winter roads: frame and engine from a Minsk bike, homemade ski, pneumatics, rear axle, and steering column.
- [Homemade dried fruits](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/homemade-dried-fruits) - How to choose apricot varieties for drying, make kayisi and kuraga, treat with sulfur, and dry in an oven or a homemade solar dryer.
- [Veneer finishing](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/veneer-finishing) - How to finish chipboard furniture: self-adhesive film, paper, fabric and veneer. Joining sheets by cutting through, edge gluing, sanding and varnish.
- [Harvest storage room](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/harvest-storage-room) - How to store potatoes and vegetables on your plot: express burt, pit storage, above-ground and underground cellar, mini-cellar and block design.
- [Pack frame, backpack, and wheel](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/pack-frame-backpack-and-wheel) - How to ease carrying a heavy backpack: ponyaga, plywood pad, dural frame, and wheeled knapsack. Sizes, parts, and practical tips.
- [Water on demand](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tips-readers/water-on-demand) - How to adapt a washing machine for rural use: relay-and-pump automation, valve-triggered water feed, safe wiring principles, and practical installation recommendations.
- [Shoe cabinet](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/shoe-cabinet) - Practical shoe storage cabinet: two-tier design, multi-section shelves, instant access to all pairs, and dimensions that can be adapted to your room.
- [Lawn mower made from a chainsaw](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/lawn-mower-made-from-a-chainsaw) - Homemade lawn mower without machining: 500 mm cut width, Ural-2M engine, scooter carb, centrifugal clutch, chain drive, blade, grass catcher, chute.
- [Wooden “iron”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tips-readers/wooden-iron) - What a rubel is and how to make one from birch: layout, axe, cross teeth, and skalka. A historic household tool
- [Mattress catamaran](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/mattress-catamaran) - How to build a light single-seat catamaran from two inflatable mattresses: frame dimensions, pedal rowing drive, on-water assembly sequence, and wood protection.
- [Children’s playhouse](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/childrens-playhouse) - Build a small children’s playhouse from timber and euro lining offcuts: foundation, frame, roof, cladding, window openings, and winter insulation with ISOVER scraps.
- [Pneumatic sailboat](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/pneumatic-sailboat) - How to turn an inflatable boat into a sailboat: windsurfer sail, two-part mast, boom, leeboards, and on-water assembly for Nyrk-4.
- [“Marlin” weighs anchor](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/marlin-weighs-anchor) - A detailed review of the homemade Marlin jet ski: hull layout, steering system, on-water testing, upgrades, and the key technical specifications.
- [Kitchen hangers](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/kitchen-hangers) - How to make kitchen hangers from tube and wire: materials, bending, welding, painting, and mounting above the sink and near the stove without drilling tile.
- [Energy-efficient lighting](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/devices-helpers/energy-efficient-lighting) - LED lamp brightness control 6–15 V: K561LE5 inverter oscillator, power MOSFET, eight high-power LEDs. Battery or stabilized PSU; car dash lighting; parts list.
- [Kick scooter… for adults](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/kick-scooter-for-adults) - Engineer Lundovsky converted a children’s Orlik scooter: 30 mm platform, stability, luggage rack, training tips.
- [“Butterfly”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/butterfly) - Build a micromotorcycle from a scooter: D-5 engine, modified frame and brake, muffler, tank, brake pedal, specs, and a preview of the electric “Moth-2”.
- [Wagon-style tent](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/wagon-style-tent) - How to sew Furgon-1/2 frame tents from canvas and capron: parts list, sewing order, duralumin poles. A memoir of student hiking.
- [Milling glazing beads](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/milling-glazing-beads) - Turn the IE-5003 handheld router into a stationary mini bench: base, table, guide, involute side clamp, torsion spring, setup tips.
- [“Buran” is not afraid of frost](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/buran-is-not-afraid-of-frost) - Wind chill while riding; single-seat heated Buran cab: frame, skis, heater, panels, removable bed, table, specs.
- [Powered by a diaphragm](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/powered-by-a-diaphragm) - How to build a reliable homemade compressor: diaphragm pump design, motor wiring diagram, assembly details, setup tips, and key technical specifications.
- [Made of plywood, but guaranteed](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/made-of-plywood-but-guaranteed) - A simple way to mount open shelves: a plywood corner block and metal channel. Bracket layout, hole placement, materials, and practical wall installation tips.
- [Wardrobe? Sliding-door!](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/wardrobe-sliding-door) - Built-in sliding wardrobe for narrow hallways: less material, overlapping doors, four angle cross-members, DIY rollers, tracks, and mounting tips.
- [Without damaging the bottom bracket](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/without-damaging-the-bottom-bracket) - How to restore a bottom bracket: method one with 60202 bearings and method two — groove turning for 204/203 balls, cup assembly without damaging the SPM 35×1 thread.
- [Fireplace for bees](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/himself-an-electrician/fireplace-for-bees) - Bee wintering without damp: SKVU principle, heater power, TP190-5 transformers, heater build, and energy cost versus honey consumption.
- [Improvised hammock](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/improvised-hammock) - How to build a sturdy fabric hammock for summer rest: canvas sizes, spreaders, grommets, ropes, and a removable pillow cover with diagrams.
- [Lean-to shelter](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/lean-to-shelter) - Rugged timber lean‑to shack from round sill logs — deck posts, ridge beam/board overlaps, ridge log, hazel/willow wattle cladding.
- [Wood–air board](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/wood-air-board) - Build a three-layer wood-air panel from plywood/chipboard offcuts: frame, checker layup, fabric+epoxy option, spray paint, stiffening.
- [Building a cottage](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/building-a-cottage) - Three-floor cottage on a tiny plot: floor plans, simplified strip foundation, brick basement walls, timber joists, framed walls, hip mansard roof, drainage basics.
- [Put packing tape to good use](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/put-packing-tape-to-good-use) - How to weave a durable mat from plastic crate straps: sizes, weave steps, sealing edges with a heated nail. Eyeglass case and DIY fence panels from straps.
- [With a bicycle — even in the metro](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/auto-moto-service/with-a-bicycle-even-in-the-metro) - How to convert a regular road bicycle into a folding one: simple hinges, frame marking, assembly tips, and convenient transport on commuter trains and metro.
- [“Bulb” instead of lungs](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/auto-moto-service/bulb-instead-of-lungs) - How to make a simple mini pump from a hose and bulb for safe transfer of gasoline and corrosive liquids without mouth suction risk in field conditions.
- [Is it all going down the drain?](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/is-it-all-going-down-the-drain) - Practical DIY garden tools: shovel-hoe, swivel shovel, lightweight rakes, cultivators, and a recoilless crowbar made from common pipe and steel.
- [Sunken greenhouse](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/sunken-greenhouse) - Combine a cold frame’s economy with greenhouse comfort: sunken build, trench path, roof on soil, wind-resistant, simpler heating.
- [Reclining lounge chair](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/reclining-lounge-chair) - A practical detachable deck chair made of two frames: seat and backrest design, lock-style connection, soft-back options, materials, easy carrying and storage.
- [Veranda for summer and winter](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/veranda-for-summer-and-winter) - Step-by-step veranda reconstruction with bathroom and shower: foundation, timber walls, rafters, drainage, floor insulation, and final finish with paneling and tile.
- [Greenhouse tent](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/greenhouse-tent) - How to build an inexpensive pavilion greenhouse: peripheral and central posts, foundation anchors, wire rope tensioners, twine mesh, and polyethylene film.
- [Play structures in the yard](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/play-structures-in-the-yard) - How to build a yard playground from boards: frames, wall bars, slides, seesaw and sandbox. Practical modular layouts, assembly details, and finishing guidance.
- [Takes off like a real one](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/from-paper/takes-off-like-a-real-one) - Step-by-step guide to making a paper Montgolfier balloon: templates, glue, burner setup, safe launch tips, and practical advice for camps and model aviation clubs.
- [Snow motorcycle](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/snow-motorcycle) - Homemade tracked snowmobile: frame, track unit, steering skis, intermediate-shaft drive, Voskhod-3M engine.
- [“Krokha” mechanical rocking horse](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/krokha-mechanical-rocking-horse) - Detailed overview of the homemade Krokha mini tractor: frame, ZID-4.5 engine, transmission, front axle, hydraulic system, and mounted implements for farm work.
- [Garage organization](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/auto-moto-service/garage-organization) - Garage planning: clear floor, wall niches, cabinets, hoist trolley, embedded plates, basement; editors note on lifting safety.
- [The third wheel of the “Tourist”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/the-third-wheel-of-the-tourist) - Build a sidecar for the Tula-Tourist scooter: plywood mold, fiberglass body, Ø32 mm frame, Vyatka VP-150 suspension, brakes, steering damper.
- [City car “Alezonnik-2”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/city-car-alezonnik-2) - Homemade Alezonnik-2: tube frame, dural skin, five-rod front axle, Moskvich gearbox mods, specs
- [“Flying hippopotamus”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/aviation/flying-hippopotamus) - Project D, XBLR-2, first flight 27 June 1941, R-3350 and Allison V-3420, Wright Field tests, XB-19A, data table, surviving main wheels.
- [“Grasshopper” with a D-6 engine](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/grasshopper-with-a-d-6-engine) - Homemade «Kuznechik» micromotorcycle: oval-tube frame, integral tank, telescopic fork, brakes, Sh-58 exhaust, seat & tool box.
- [Ferry “Deutschland”, also known as the liner “Aniva”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/marine/ferry-deutschland-also-known-as-the-liner-aniva) - The story of railway ferry Deutschland and Preussen: Baltic service, two world wars, D-2 torpedo attack, transfer to the USSR, and the fate of steamship Aniva.
- [The fourth is unnecessary](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/the-fourth-is-unnecessary) - Three-wheelers, Mercedes Life-Jet, Triada-350 home trike: tubular frame, S3D front axle, foam-fiberglass body, cooling, specs, brakes, cornering tips. IZH-Yu-5 23hp.
- [Lieutenant Columbo’s faithful partner](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/auto-show/lieutenant-columbos-faithful-partner) - Peugeot 403 vs GAZ-21: Pininfarina sedan, taxis, Columbo cabrio, commercials. Diesels, 1.2M built, and 1:43 Norev & Altaya models. Berline specs.
- [Foot-powered shower](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/foot-powered-shower) - Portable dacha shower: galvanized basin, uprights, foot membrane pump, curtains. ~1 m², 1–2 buckets. For dachas and hot-water outages.
- [Air-cushion boat / hovercraft](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/world-of-models/air-cushion-boat-hovercraft) - Detailed guide to building an RC airboat hydroglider: floats, bridge section, cabin, 2.5 cm3 engine setup, propeller alignment, and rudder tuning for stable runs.
- [Car lift in the garage](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/auto-moto-service/car-lift-in-the-garage) - Build an overhead garage hoist above the hood: inverted brace crane, shaft, homemade cargo winch from a truck brake adjuster, trolley on angle shelves.
- [We reinvented the bicycle!](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/news/we-reinvented-the-bicycle) - Velokult-2025: Velotsirk builds, winter chopper, tandem, cargo bike, wooden racer, e-mopeds.
- [Gym in your bedroom](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/gym-in-your-bedroom) - Build a sports wall that doubles as a bed: panel, pipe pull-up bar, Swedish wall, and steel locks for safe vertical use.
- [Mast without secrets](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/mast-without-secrets) - Practical guide to choosing a small sailboat mast: types, truss layout, luff groove, mast steps, rigging, and safe sail area calculation for reliable sailing trips.
- [“Shmel” glider-gyroplane](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/shmel-glider-gyroplane) - Shmel autogyro (Vzlet OKB): tube frame, airplane-style controls, steel rotor hub, pine blades, CG 40–80 mm, instruments, kart wheels, blade storage.
- [Jon boat–style](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/jon-boat-style) - How to build a lightweight DIY duralumin fishing boat: design from one sheet, layout, riveting, oarlocks, oars, and safety tips.
- [Ships of the “Dark Ages”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/world-of-models/ships-of-the-dark-ages) - How the Mediterranean “dark ages” and conflicts boosted Phoenician shipbuilding: second decks, shelters for rowers, longer oars, and 52-oared rams.
- [“Diplomat” case for an inflatable](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/diplomat-case-for-an-inflatable) - A homemade “diplomat” for inflatable boats: dural tubes and stroller wheels. Carry case, 120 kg cargo raft, or camp chair.
- [Perpetual wind fan](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/perpetual-wind-fan) - Rotary wind engine and 12-blade fan to ventilate an outdoor toilet or cellar off-grid: build from scrap and a bicycle wheel hub. DIY plans from Modelist-Konstruktor.
- [Swings — land… and water](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/swings-land-and-water) - Build safe tire swings and a water-barrel ride: Ø40 bent pipe frames, bolted joints, chains, rubber foot boards.
- [Corner shelving unit](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/corner-shelving-unit) - Corner utility shelf: 40×40 timber, half-lap joints, brackets, cladding. Press green wood, fix to wall, check wall parallelism before fitting.
- [Comfortable renovation](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/auto-moto-service/comfortable-renovation) - Shallow seated-repair pit: ramp pit, built-in seat, brick or sheet walls, 70×70 angle frame, concrete apron, removable decking.
- [Pull-down stairs](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/pull-down-stairs) - Czech magazine idea: folding stairs in a hatch “door”, framing, cables, 0.8 kW worm drive, limit switches and electrical safety. Drawing and parts.
- [If watering, then automatically](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/devices-helpers/if-watering-then-automatically) - Article on automatic plant watering and spraying: sensor–water supply subsystem, electronic controller, schematic, soil moisture adjustment, and parts.
- [Tractor on the homestead](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/tractor-on-the-homestead) - Homemade SAP mini-tractor: universal garden machine. Horseshoe frame, front and rear axles, Druzhba steering, S3D drivetrain, years of use and winter ski conversion.
- [Designing shade](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/designing-shade) - Step by step: pergola & trellis — lattice gazebo: foundation, posts, deck, pergola assembly, bench, louvers, house veranda. Water-resistant varnish.
- [Kneeling bench](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/kneeling-bench) - Garden bench from plywood or particleboard: carry handles, knee cushion, reinforce corners with metal brackets, paint with oil paint.
- [“Mixer” for concrete](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/mixer-for-concrete) - Build a simple barrel concrete mixer in two evenings: hatch cover, 3/4" shaft, paddles, drip tray, mixing cement and sand, and forms for blocks.
- [Flour from a… meat grinder](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/flour-from-a-meat-grinder) - Turn a meat grinder into a mini flour mill with a 3-part attachment (auger, cone, stop). Tool steel U8A, hardening.
- [Lever-operated garden digger](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/lever-operated-garden-digger) - Homemade lever garden digger: how to make it, materials for parts, diagrams of key units, and a step-by-step digging method for easier soil lifting.
- [Useful around the household](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/useful-around-the-household) - V. Solonin: a bottle windmill scarer for the garden and a glass tile shelf with dural crosses. Assembly, balancing, mounting, and hanging tips.
- [Water skis: another option](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/water-skis-another-option) - Design of float skis and paddles: layout options, required sizes, waterline and displacement setup. Practical advice for DIY builders.
- [Handheld milling machine](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/handheld-milling-machine) - Tabletop handheld milling machine for wood: 20 mm plywood base, spring platform, guide bushings, and a 220V/600W motor.
- [Cow manger](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/cow-manger) - A simple, safe cow hay manger: frame, strapping, posts, woven walls, a window opening and an optional cover. Reliability proven over years.
- [An arsenal of sweet berries](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/an-arsenal-of-sweet-berries) - DIY between-row cultivator from broken forks, a shaped cutter for strawberry mustaches, and a special knife for processing bushes.
- [“Boat”-snowmobile](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/boat-snowmobile) - The author built a tracked snowmobile with a wooden body, a simple track, and a variator driven by V-belts, plus a steering diagram.
- [“Shield” against lightning](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/shield-against-lightning) - How to choose passive and active external lightning protection and SPDs: lightning rod, down conductor, grounding electrode, setup rules and height table.
- [“Plank” furniture set](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/plank-furniture-set) - Step-by-step guide to build the “Doshchechka” set from 70×20 mm boards: chair, stool, table, shelf unit, and sofa-bed. Finishing and cover tips.
- [Drilling on the table](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/drilling-on-the-table) - How to build a desktop drilling machine: textolite base, lead screw, spindle head, pulley drive and notes on the electrical circuit.
- [A stove, a fireplace, and a cooktop](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/a-stove-a-fireplace-and-a-cooktop) - Stove-fireplace-stove complex: combine heat sources, warm up quickly, list of materials, and control dampers in different modes.
- [Motorcycle trailer](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/motorcycle-trailer) - Homemade single-axle side trailer for a motorcycle: frame, leaf spring instead of shock absorbers, wheel suspension units, fasteners and dimensions.
- [In a single pass](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/in-a-single-pass) - How to drill concrete and brick more easily: why standard drills overheat, and how to cut a slot in a carbide insert for fast one-pass holes.
- [Grinder made from a drill](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/grinder-made-from-a-drill) - Build a universal flexible rotary drill using an electric drill: flexible cable drive, collet chuck, assembly details and dimensions. For engraving and drilling.
- [Tabletop saw](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/tabletop-saw) - Build a combined tabletop circular saw: 150–200 W motor, frame, shafts, belts, sanding and polishing techniques.
- [Snowkart for sports and recreation](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/snowkart-for-sports-and-recreation) - Step-by-step guide to building a three-support snowkart: tubular frame, steering, drive wheel, skis, seat and front fairing. Key details.
- [Pedal surfer](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/pedal-surfer) - Learn how to build a rowing attachment for a windsurfer: welded frame, prop shaft and wheels, seat and rudder foil. For calm-weather riding.
- [Drill in a harness](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/drill-in-a-harness) - How to build a homemade self-propelled plow with an electric drill: electric winch design, chain drive, tension adjustment, and safety tips.
- [Bee house](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/bee-house) - Design of a cassette beehive: column, cassettes, honeycomb frames, anti-mite grilles, removable table, and DIY manufacturing notes.
- [Micro motorcarts](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/micro-motorcarts) - Micromotosleds 17—18 kg: a single pedal “throttle—clutch”, track and skis, plus a diagram of units with the D-4 engine.
- [Log cabin made from boards](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/log-cabin-made-from-boards) - How to build a wooden house: walls and foundation, mansard, insulation, veranda and stairs. Practical joints and materials.
- [Fetching firewood with a chainsaw](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/fetching-firewood-with-a-chainsaw) - DIY winter motonarts based on a “Ural” chainsaw: frame, track, chain drive, tension units, and speed characteristics. Illustrated with photos.
- [“Cocoon” on the snow](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/cocoon-on-the-snow) - Experimental aerosleds from Domodedovo: overall layout, ski design, motor frame and air propeller. Fig. 1–5.
- [Small but precious!](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/small-but-precious) - How to choose an engine for aerosleds and improve an opposed motor: disc spool valve, 170° intake timing, construction and clearance adjustment.
- [High-capacity vacuum cleaner](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/high-capacity-vacuum-cleaner) - How to retrofit a household vacuum for collecting wood dust: two options — build your own big container or dock for foreign models. Sealed lid, filters, chassis DIY.
- [“Sokol-2” — conqueror of Dombay](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/sokol-2-conqueror-of-dombay) - Learn how «Sokol-2» works: frame features, canopy profiling, and the sail cutting/sewing method for stable, quiet flights over the Caucasus.
- [Give the trunk aerodynamics too!](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/auto-moto-service/give-the-trunk-aerodynamics-too) - Build a streamlined roof cargo box: mold the base from your roof, make a tube frame, lay up fiberglass with epoxy, cut side hatches, add a deflector, sand and paint.
- [Both a reservoir and a decoration](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/both-a-reservoir-and-a-decoration) - Step-by-step guide to build a 1 m³ garden water reservoir: galvanized steel ring, foundation and base, concrete wall “stone” finish, drain and clean-water outlet tube.
- [House made from containers](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/house-made-from-containers) - A practical guide: brick acts as permanent formwork, while gaps are filled with 1.5–2 L plastic bottles for thermal and sound insulation using a classic layout.
- [Simplicity plus reliability](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/simplicity-plus-reliability) - Arfa snowmobile: six main units—frame with engine, rear axle, wheels, and a ski with steering rod and steering wheel. Installation notes and dimensions.
- [Simple, yet effective](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/simple-yet-effective) - Homemade crusher: electric motor 300–500 W, disc knives Ø250 mm, holes Ø8/Ø12, convenient feed and hygiene for juice canning.
- [With water in the… wheels](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/with-water-in-the-wheels) - A homemade three-wheel tractor-tug by Ostapenko: all-terrain capability, independent suspension, water-filled tires, conical spikes, attachments.
- [Compact and mobile](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/compact-and-mobile) - Detailed guide to a homemade balancing circular electric saw: frame, drive shaft, motor mount, assembly, belt adjustment, and essential electrical safety rules.
- [Series “P”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/series-p) - M. Psaryov’s hands-on journey from early homebuilt machines to PM-2, PM-3 and PM-4 aerosleds, with key design lessons, mistakes, upgrades and all-season ideas.
- [Life-saving microclimate](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/life-saving-microclimate) - Practical tips on creating a comfortable microclimate at home during heat and smog without expensive equipment. Simple DIY methods for cooling and purifying air.
- [A pool by the porch](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/a-pool-by-the-porch) - DIY backyard frog pond for toddlers: 2×2 m pit, felt lining, gravel drainage, PE liner, removable wooden grates.
- [Two on one board](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/two-on-one-board) - Complete guide to building the tourist windsurfer tandem «Dubl». Design by V. Vorsin and V. Rezunov: specifications, drawings, manufacturing technology, materials.
- [Drill press made from… boards](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/drill-press-made-from-boards) - Build a wooden bench drill stand from your hand drill: housing, column, lever, spring. No scarce parts or special tools.
- [Motor hoe](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/motor-hoe) - Complete guide to building a motorized weeder for ambrosia control. School project design: working principle, drawings, assembly diagrams. Reliable method for removing weeds with roots.
- [“Dancing” furniture set](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/dancing-furniture-set) - Unusual DIY side table and stool with crossed legs: plywood, frame, dowels, sanding, lacquer or paint.
- [On tomorrow’s street](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/on-tomorrows-street) - Future urban transport prospects: electric cars, flywheel vehicles, metro with energy recuperation, and pedal-powered transport. Analysis of tomorrow's technologies.
- [Multi-welding all-purpose unit](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/multi-welding-all-purpose-unit) - Step‑by‑step guide to building a multi‑welding toroidal transformer: core fabrication, winding calculations, rectifier, cooling and practical welding applications.
- [Electric drive for… a kayak](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/electric-drive-for-a-kayak) - Convert Wartburg-311 DC generator into kayak outboard motor. DIY guide with battery setup, waterproofing, wiring diagram. Build instructions for electric propulsion.
- [Simple as can be, yet useful around the household](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/simple-as-can-be-yet-useful-around-the-household) - Hand grain crushers, a multi-day poultry feeder, an electric feed baking tub and a bee deacarization device — simple homemade solutions for a small farm.
- [Racing of class E2](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/world-of-models/racing-of-class-e2) - Detailed design of control line racing car model with 2.5 cm³ engine. Maximum speed 252 km/h, weight 1250 g. Suspension, gearbox, wheels and engine description.
- [Mini all-purpose unit](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/mini-all-purpose-unit) - Step‑by‑step guide to building a DIY mini drill with a flexible shaft from a discarded speedometer cable: motor and head assembly, toolholders, and workshop applications.
- [Bench grinder](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/bench-grinder) - Detailed guide to a DIY drum wood sander for clubs: design, motor and clutch, drum adjustment, sanding depth control and safe dust extraction.
- [A compressor is always useful](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/a-compressor-is-always-useful) - Detailed guide to a DIY compressor unit based on a ZIL‑130 truck: receiver conversion, 220 V motor connection, pneumatic lines and distribution box for workshop use.
- [Kayak on wheels](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/kayak-on-wheels) - DIY cart made from a folding fishing stool and kids’ bike wheels for easy transport of packed or assembled kayaks and gear between rivers and portages.
- [Universal tractor](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/universal-tractor) - Complete guide to building a DIY mini-tractor with mower attachment. I. Savarbayev's design: specifications, drawings, assembly diagrams. Two-wheeled mini-tractor with cart.
- [Wire shelf](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/wire-shelf) - Learn how to attach a glass shelf directly to a mirror without drilling the wall using a steel wire frame and liquid nails, with tips on installation, safety stops and finish matching for your bathroom.
- [Garden house with one and a half floors](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/garden-house-with-one-and-a-half-floors) - Building a one-and-a-half storey garden house and a decorative radiator screen. Brick count, attic sleeping area.
- [“Whirlwind” from a cup](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/whirlwind-from-a-cup) - Design, operating principle and advantages of an electric cup-type sprayer for ultra-low-volume pesticide application and coating tasks in agriculture.
- [My assistant](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/himself-an-electrician/my-assistant) - Build an automatic aquarium control device yourself. Circuit for managing feeding, lighting, and compressor via clock mechanism. Complete DIY instructions with schematics.
- [Custom-made vise](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/custom-made-vise) - No matter how good a tool or even a machine a home craftsman has, drilling a hole accurately or machining a workpiece properly while holding it with pliers, let alone in one’s hands, is frankly impossible. That is why any home workshop, even a beginner’s, includes a vise. True, this useful device is not always
- [Compressor from a refrigerator](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/compressor-from-refrigerator) - Step-by-step guide to build a desktop mini-compressor from a refrigerator compressor unit. For airbrushes, spray guns, and home workshop. Diagrams and assembly guide.
- [“Piccolo” electric guitar](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/piccolo-electric-guitar) - Step-by-step build of a 5-string electric piccolo guitar for solo: body, neck, frets, single-coil pickups, circuit. 546 mm scale, 4 octaves.
- [Biogas: heats and cooks](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/biogas-heats-and-cooks) - Complete guide to biogas production: what it is, factors affecting output, installation diagrams, practical tips. How to build a biogas generator from organic waste.
- [First a bicycle, then a motorcycle](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/first-a-bicycle-then-a-motorcycle) - Detailed guide to a DIY two-seater velomobile: frame, suspension, steering, pedal drive, custom wheel building, everyday use and later upgrade with an auxiliary engine.
- [The best in Europe](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/world-of-models/the-best-in-europe) - Complete build guide for F2B control-line aerobatic model. Stanislav Čech's championship-winning 1983 design. Wing, fuselage, tail, landing gear construction details.
- [Shower cabin](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/shower-cabin) - Step‑by‑step guide to building an economical brick shower cabin in a home boiler room: base, floor drain, sloped screed, tiling details and water heater choice.
- [Buggies for training and sports](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/buggies-for-training-and-sports) - Complete DIY guide to building the Moskvichonok buggy. Safety cage diagrams, fiberglass body construction, technical specs. Weight 140 kg, 350 cm³ engine.
- [iPhone 17 from the inside: 5 unexpected engineering solutions](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/devices-helpers/iphone-17-from-the-inside-5-unexpected-engineering-solutions) - Detailed iPhone 17 teardown: physical SIM removal, electro-adhesive battery, 120Hz display, A19 chip, and 48MP cameras. Repairability analysis and comparison with iPhone 16.
- [Two-wheeled recovery vehicle](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/two-wheeled-recovery-vehicle) - Step‑by‑step guide to building a homemade tow dolly for safely transporting broken cars that cannot be towed by rope, with frame dimensions, key components and operating tips.
- [Gliding over the waves](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/gliding-over-the-waves) - Complete guide to building an aquaplane from boards and foam plastic. Riding techniques, starting from water and shallow place, turns. Detailed drawings and tips for beginners.
- [Automatic incubator](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/devices-helpers/automatic-incubator) - Complete guide to building an automatic incubator. Auto egg turning, temperature control, cooling system. For chickens, turkeys, ducks, geese. Full instructions.
- [Folding utility block](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/folding-utility-block) - Detailed design of a folding timber utility block extension for a garden house: dimensions, structure, assembly steps, and use as a workshop and storage space.
- [IZh becomes a tractor](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/izh-becomes-a-tractor) - Build a homemade three‑wheel mini tractor from an Izh motorcycle: frame and drivetrain design, tipping body and trailer options, plus Soviet GAI rules for cargo bodies.
- [Mounted and suspended water jets](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/mounted-and-suspended-water-jets) - Complete guide to building an outboard waterjet for boats. Design, technical specs, drawings. «Veter» waterjet: 124 kg thrust, 34 km/h speed. DIY boat propulsion.
- [An all-season luggage rack](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/an-all-season-luggage-rack) - Universal car roof rack to carry two sailboard sets in summer and 5–6 pairs of skis in winter. Drawings, materials, variants for Zhiguli and Zaporozhets.
- [“Agidel” — a tourist’s companion](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/agidel-a-tourists-companion) - Complete DIY guide to build Agidel micromotorcycle. V. Petrovsky's design: frame, Sh-52 engine, drawings, specs. Weight 27 kg, speed 65 km/h. Step-by-step instructions.
- [How to change the voltage?](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/himself-an-electrician/how-to-change-the-voltage) - Complete guide to building a step-down transformer for 4, 6, 8 and 12V. Calculations, winding diagrams, examples. Author A. Valentinov.
- [An all-purpose vehicle for a farmer](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/an-all-purpose-vehicle-for-a-farmer) - Full description of the homemade Bychok self-propelled chassis: frame, IZH-P-3 engine, reverse reducer, winch, GAZ transmission. Plans and tips from Modelist-Konstruktor.
- [Sealant? Make it yourself](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/sealant-make-it-yourself) - Recipe for Mendeleev's putty for aquariums and an automotive version with castor oil. Composition, plasticity and filler tables, anticorrosion tips.
- [Electric cars: yesterday, today, tomorrow](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/auto-show/electric-cars-yesterday-today-tomorrow) - History of electric cars from early 20th century to future forecasts. Why electric vehicles are returning, their design, advantages, and development prospects of electric transport.
- [Compact gearbox for a low-pressure tire vehicle](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/compact-gearbox-for-a-low-pressure-tire-vehicle) - Compact two‑stage reversing gearbox for pneumatic ATVs: design of housing and shafts, gear ratios for different tire diameters, bearing and oil seal tables, and workshop recommendations for manufacturing, adjustment and maintenance.
- [“Wasp” — the first all-metal one](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/aviation/wasp-the-first-all-metal-one) - Detailed construction of the Wasp microplane by Kronstadt craftsmen. First all-metal amateur aircraft: drawings, technical specifications, description of units and systems.
- [Armchair + armchair = sofa](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/armchair-armchair-sofa) - Step-by-step guide to converting two matching armchair-beds into a fold-out sofa. Side panel removal, frame reinforcement, upholstery.
- [What is water karting?](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/what-is-water-karting) - Complete DIY guide to building the Pioneer hydrokart. Detailed drawings, hull assembly diagrams, water handling techniques, competition track setup. Speed over 100 km/h.
- [Mushroom growing by Grachev](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/mushroom-growing-by-grachev) - History and agronomy of champignon growing: Grachev greenhouses, substrate preparation, horse manure, wild and cultivated spawn.
- [Electric drill in a “harness”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/electric-drill-in-a-harness) - Complete guide to building an electric winch for homestead plot cultivation. V.I. Morozov's design with detailed drawings and parts description.
- [Cellar on balcony](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/cellar-on-balcony) - Complete guide to building a thermostat for storing potatoes on your balcony in winter. A. Rozhdestvensky's design with drawings, schematics, and heating circuit.
- [Hitch-mounted… to a bicycle](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/hitch-mounted-to-a-bicycle) - How to build a light collapsible bicycle trailer for a child: frame, seat, canopy, 3-link attachment. ~15 kg, carries 80+ kg.
- [Improved version](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/improved-version) - 1987 M-K magazine article: build a veloplow from a bicycle frame with D-6 engine. Drawings for frame, transmission, engine start and cooling. Author V. Zaets, Kharkiv.
- [Multi-purpose two-stroke](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/auto-moto-service/multi-purpose-two-stroke) - Build a light two-cylinder AG-2R engine with rotary valve gas distribution. 30 hp, air-cooled. Complete DIY instructions based on «Privet-22» motor and «Voskhod» cylinders.
- [Into the sky — by parachute](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/into-the-sky-by-parachute) - Twin-engine paramotor Carlson-4 by Eureka club (Torga, Yakutia). 31 m² parawing, 4-wheel power cart, inertial starter. Build description and main technical specs.
- [Wheels under control](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/auto-moto-service/wheels-under-control) - How to adjust camber and toe-in of car front wheels without a workshop. Build your own angle gauge from simple parts, step-by-step adjustment. Example: VAZ 21063.
- [Hang glider pilot’s “desk”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/hang-glider-pilots-desk) - Complete guide to building a hang glider training simulator. Design with mast and boom, working principle, safety instructions. Detailed drawings and assembly diagrams.
- [There’s a machine… on the table](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/theres-a-machine-on-the-table) - Step‑by‑step guide to building a DIY benchtop mini drill press for PCB work: design overview, key assemblies, parts list, motor drive details and safety recommendations.
- [Metal detector](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/devices-helpers/metal-detector) - Complete DIY metal detector build guide with circuit diagram, PCB layout, and tuning instructions. Detects metal objects up to 0.6m deep. Powered by 9V Krona battery.
- [An irrigation ditch… in the garden](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/an-irrigation-ditch-in-the-garden) - A simple irrigation system for a summer cottage: a pipe with adjustable clamps and irrigation ditches between the beds. Even watering without supervision in 30–60 minutes. DIY.
- [Tracked… motorcycle](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/tracked-motorcycle) - Homebuilt half-track motorcycle: frame, engine, chain transmission, track assembly. Off-road, snow, mud. Build guide.
- [“Yuzhanka”: a motorboat under… sail](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/yuzhanka-a-motorboat-under-sail) - Convert motorboat Yuzhanka to sail: centerboards, rudder, mast, gaff sloop, mainsail and jib. Sail cutting and sewing.
- [Riding on an air cushion](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/riding-on-an-air-cushion) - Complete guide to air cushion vehicles: development history from Tsiolkovsky to modern designs, working principles, construction types and control schemes. For amateur technical enthusiasts.
- [Garden “fire pit”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/garden-fire-pit) - Build a mangal barbecue grill: firebox with brick hearth, legs, handles, lid. Poker, scoop, fan, skewers. Plans and tips from Modelist-Konstruktor magazine.
- [Switch under a cover](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/switch-under-a-cover) - How to protect an outdoor switch on a power pole from rain and snow. DIY guide: cap from motor oil can, mounting plate, assembly.
- [“Teremok” garden house](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/teremok-garden-house) - Step-by-step guide to building the Teremok two-story garden house: foundation, frame, roof, walls, finishing. Drawings and tips for amateur gardeners.
- [Jewelry box](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/jewelry-box) - Step-by-step guide to making a decorative two-lock chest from plywood. Two compartments, removable jewellery box, strip trim, copper hardware.
- [“Vyatich” motor-cultivator](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/vyatich-motor-cultivator) - Complete DIY guide for building the Vyatich walk-behind tractor. Engineer Ilyichev's design: frame, engine, transmission, wheels. Detailed drawings and assembly diagrams included.
- [A passenger car on two wheels](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/a-passenger-car-on-two-wheels) - Step-by-step guide to building an autoroller—a scooter with car-like body and retractable support wheels. Frame, body, controls.
- [A home for a four-legged friend](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/a-home-for-a-four-legged-friend) - How to build a dog kennel from boards and roofing felt. Wall and floor assembly, gable roof, finishing. Simple demountable design for yard or dacha.
- [Safe with a secret](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/devices-helpers/safe-with-a-secret) - Complete DIY guide to building a cybernetic safe lock. Opening algorithm, electrical circuit, working principle. Homemade construction with relays and electromagnet.
- [Circular saw made from a drill](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/circular-saw-made-from-a-drill) - Collapsible circular saw driven by an electric drill for home use: base, table, mandrel, holders. Cuts up to 50 mm, blade up to 160 mm. Assembly and safety.
- [A puzzle for a burglar](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/a-puzzle-for-a-burglar) - Step-by-step guide to making a secret code lock for garage doors and gates. No shackle for crowbars; code cannot be felt. Includes manufacturing, assembly, and testing.
- [Electronic thermometer](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/devices-helpers/electronic-thermometer) - Step-by-step guide to building an electronic thermometer with diode sensor. Range 0-99.9°C, accuracy 0.1°. Schematics, PCB layouts, calibration instructions.
- [Pumps water by day, guards the house at night](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/devices-helpers/pumps-water-by-day-guards-the-house-at-night) - Homemade unit: pump control by tank water level and break-wire security alarm. Circuit, parts, assembly.
- [Farm automation](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/farm-automation) - Automatic water heating device circuit for livestock tanks with level control. Complete DIY instructions, working principle, components and setup for farm use.
- [Everything for the car](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/everything-for-the-car) - Practical car tips: garage entry (guides, beacon, mirror), portable inspection ramp, wrench trick for stubborn nuts, estate shelf, thank-you display.
- [“Little Donkey” wants to go on a hike](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/little-donkey-wants-to-go-on-a-hike) - Complete DIY guide for building a collapsible cart for transporting kayaks and equipment. V. Bekhtin's design: drawings, assembly diagrams, specifications.
- [Burn, fire!](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/devices-helpers/burn-fire) - Circuit and build guide for a DIY infrared flame alarm for fireplace and sauna stove. Parts, operation, assembly.
- [Cellar on the balcony: a possible option](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/cellar-on-the-balcony-a-possible-option) - Build a mini vegetable and fruit storage on a balcony with slats, cardboard and sawdust. 60 W heating pad and thermostat +1…+4 °C.
- [Electronic ignition for “Voskhod”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/auto-moto-service/electronic-ignition-for-voskhod) - In the second issue of "M-K" for 1976, I read an article "Electronics on a Motorcycle" about an electronic ignition system. It has a DC to AC voltage converter. This circuit requires a battery to operate. Many owners of motorcycles such as "Voskhod", "Minsk" would like to equip their machines with electronic ignition, but they
- [A beautiful home deserves a beautiful yard](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/a-beautiful-home-deserves-a-beautiful-yard) - Practical recommendations for building fences, gates, wicket gates, and pathways for garden plots. Tips on using picket fences, metal mesh, and concrete slabs with step-by-step instructions.
- [Frost tests the tires](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/auto-moto-service/frost-tests-the-tires) - Complete guide to making winter tire studs for bicycles and motorcycles. Bozhko and Zakrevsky designs, anti-slip bands, chains, installation instructions. DIY tire studding.
- [“Economical” bicycle drive](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/economical-bicycle-drive) - Bicycle drive with an interrupting mechanism eliminates energy loss at dead points. Construction, assembly, and tuning. Less fatigue on long rides, tested over 3500 km.
- [Kursk kart](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/kursk-kart) - Complete DIY go-kart build guide with detailed drawings. Front/rear axles, frame, steering system. Jawa-50 engine, 38 kg weight. Step-by-step construction manual.
- [Plowing… with a winch](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/plowing-with-a-winch) - How to build a motor plow with winch drive for garden plowing. Frame, V-50 engine, winch drum, cable guide and anchor.
- [Pneumatic vehicle “Losharik”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/pneumatic-vehicle-losharik) - Complete DIY guide to building Losharik air-cushion vehicle based on Voskhod-3M motorcycle. Three-wheeled high-mobility machine on low-pressure pneumatics. Drawings, assembly diagrams.
- [Skis or a catamaran?](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/skis-or-a-catamaran) - Build self-propelled fiberglass floats as electric water skis or a two-seat catamaran. Hull construction, 12V power unit, variable-pitch propeller.
- [Adjustable table](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/adjustable-table) - Learn how to make an adjustable height children's table yourself. Detailed instructions for building a table with shelves and drawers. Design from Eszermester.
- [Bath grate](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/bath-grate) - Step-by-step guide for making a wooden bathtub grid measuring 670x370 mm. Learn materials, tools needed, and detailed construction process for a homemade bath mat.
- [Opposed engine — beyond competition!](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/opposed-engine-beyond-competition) - Two-cylinder opposed engine DD-700/40: 700 cm³ displacement, 40 hp, weight 36 kg. Detailed construction guide, crankshaft assembly, crankcase manufacturing, and ultralight aircraft engine technology.
- [One hundred problems of a conventional greenhouse](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/one-hundred-problems-of-a-conventional-greenhouse) - Practical advice on building and equipping greenhouses. Temperature automation, irrigation systems, film coverings and other technical solutions for efficient plant cultivation.
- [A copy? Not only!..](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/a-copy-not-only) - Build a homemade gasoline-powered soil tiller with a chainsaw engine. Step-by-step DIY instructions with technical specs, drawings, and improvement tips for garden soil preparation.
- [Motor block built by a youth technical club](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/motor-block-built-by-a-youth-technical-club) - Homemade motor block "Kirpi" for plowing, cultivation and hilling. Compact design using standard Minsk motorcycle parts. Processes 0.05 hectares per hour at 2 km/h.
- [Funicular for a skier](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/funicular-for-a-skier) - Complete guide to building a portable ski tow lift yourself. Detailed instructions with diagrams, drawings, and calculation examples for small mountain slopes.
- [Heavy-duty soil shovel](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/heavy-duty-soil-shovel) - Shovel for wet clay and black soil: no sticking, thin rod and narrow blade. Materials, angles, assembly.
- [Vehicle microclimate](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/auto-moto-service/vehicle-microclimate) - DIY winter preheating system for Oka: 1.5 kW heater, pump, coolant loop. Ready in 15–20 min—easier start, less wear, warm cabin. Build guide, wiring, parts list.
- [Motorized mono-ski](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/motorized-mono-ski) - Step-by-step guide to building a motorized monoskier from plywood with a Veterok-12 outboard. Materials, hull assembly, planking, steering.
- [Paper… “firewood”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/paper-firewood) - How to build a press and make fuel bрикеты from paper waste. Jack press design, soaking and drying. Higher heat than coal, minimal ash.
- [Detachable concrete mixer](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/detachable-concrete-mixer) - Detailed guide to a homebuilt concrete mixer with reversible drive: drum, cradle, frame, motor, wiring, grounding, assembly, transport and long‑term use.
- [With forced air](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/auto-moto-service/with-forced-air) - How to convert a Minsk motorcycle into a universal power tiller and add a simple forced-air engine cooling system powered from the stock AC generator through a diode rectifier bridge.
- [Autogyro control](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/aviation/autogyro-control) - Detailed description of autogyro control mechanism, design requirements, manufacturing technology for parts, and control system setup parameters.
- [Vitamin jack](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/vitamin-jack) - Step-by-step guide to building a homemade fruit juice press using a car jack. Efficient way to process apples and other fruits, saving time and energy. From Modelist-Konstruktor magazine.
- [A quarter-ton load — on a Jawa](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/auto-moto-service/a-quarter-ton-load-on-a-jawa) - How to build a cargo trailer for a Jawa 350 motorcycle with Velorex sidecar. Construction, coupling device, 150 kg payload.
- [Ultrasound against rodents](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/devices-helpers/ultrasound-against-rodents) - Ultrasound in nature and technology: echolocation, medicine, defectoscopy. Schematic and build of homemade 25–50 kHz rodent repeller "Antigryzun".
- [Plowing… with a shovel](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/plowing-with-a-shovel) - Homemade push-type shovel-plow for soil tillage. Share, handle, shoe support—build details. Planting potatoes. Author's certificate.
- [School hydrometeorological station](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/school-hydrometeorological-station) - Detailed description of an automatic weather station built by students. Wind sensors, rain gauge, thermometer schematics. DIY construction guide.
- [Will heat and produce biogas](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/will-heat-and-produce-biogas) - Build a home biogas plant: digester, aerobic fermenter, heating from manure. Biogas composition, operation, corrosion protection.
- [Dump shovel](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/dump-shovel) - Modelist-Konstruktor tip: a rope loop on the shovel handle lets you dig without bending. Ideal for bad back. How to attach and use the loop, step by step.
- [Thermal Cutting Jigsaw](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/thermal-cutting-jigsaw) - How to build an electrothermal jigsaw with nichrome wire for cutting plywood, acrylic and ebonite. Design, 12–14 V power, rheostat, safety.
- [Electroshock device — for self-defense](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/devices-helpers/electroshock-device-for-self-defense) - Step-by-step build of a homemade electroshock self-defense device: schematic, ferrite transformer winding, voltage multiplier, case.
- [GK-1 lawn mower](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/gk-1-lawn-mower) - GK-1 lawn mower: 500 W electric, 1 m cut. Built by young technicians from Mikhaylovka using combine parts. Up to 2.5 ha/day.
- [Protective sensor](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/himself-an-electrician/protective-sensor) - How to adapt motion sensor DD-010 for automotive use. Step-by-step guide for installing motion detector on car bumper to detect animals and people. Wiring diagrams included.
- [Motor cultivator “Mukhach”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/motor-cultivator-mukhach) - Lightweight bicycle plow with D-5 engine. How to build a cultivator from a bike frame and chain drive. Construction details from 1986 school exhibition, Novgorod Oblast.
- [If you have slats, you don’t need boards](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/if-you-have-slats-you-dont-need-boards) - Cottage furniture set for house and veranda: chair-benches, table, stool-lamps. Build from 20×30 mm slats and 20×50 mm bars. Drawings and finish with varnish or oil paint.
- [Gasoline road](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/gasoline-road) - How to convert a kerosene Rekord primus to gasoline: why a direct fuel swap is unsafe, new burner design, wind guard, preheating and safety rules.
- [Balcony clothes dryer](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/balcony-clothes-dryer) - Lifting clothes dryer for balcony and loggia: pipe and lever design, raise-lower mechanism. DIY guide from Modelist-Konstruktor 1992. Dimensions, drawings, install in bathroom or balcony.
- [From both sun and wind](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/from-both-sun-and-wind) - How to set up a rest area at the cottage: simple 4-post canopy, canopy-terrace by the house wall, windbreak screen. Build yourself without a permanent gazebo.
- [Aerosled “Swan-7”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/aerosled-swan-7) - Detailed description of Lebed-7 aerosled by Vitaly Savitsky. Technical specs, construction history, and development of aerosled movement in Kinel region.
- [Garden harvester](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/garden-harvester) - Multifunctional garden unit on two-wheeled cart: furrows, hilling, weeding, precision seeding. Drawings and sowing table.
- [How to build a catamaran?](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/how-to-build-a-catamaran) - Detailed instructions for building a motorized planing catamaran "Rest" yourself. Drawings, dimension tables, and step-by-step guide for hull and equipment construction.
- [About “Tulpar” — in detail](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/about-tulpar-in-detail) - GDR scooter frame conversion, UR-6 drive, 12SAM-28 battery. Full description and drawings of the Tulpar electromotor scooter from Modelist-Konstruktor magazine 7'73, Alma-Ata lab.
- [Under sail — through the desert](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/under-sail-through-the-desert) - Story of three athletes who traveled 1000 km across Aral Sea sands on homemade wheeled yachts. Detailed land yacht construction guide with drawings and specs.
- [Apples instead of… laundry](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/apples-instead-of-laundry) - How to build an apple juicer from an old washing machine drum. Step-by-step guide, diagram, parts. A bucket of apples in 7–10 min.
- [Brake light controller](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/himself-an-electrician/brake-light-controller) - Schematic and build guide for a continuous stop lamp monitor. Green/red status LEDs, low power. Parts, mounting, 9–16 V operation.
- [“Sawhorse” in the garden](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/sawhorse-in-the-garden) - How to make a decorative wooden sawbuck for the garden from a log and poles. Step-by-step, drawing, stain and varnish.
- [Build trailers!](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/build-trailers) - Complete technical requirements for passenger car trailers. DIY boat trailer construction guide with drawings and specifications. Safety standards and design tips.
- [Express wood burning](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/express-wood-burning) - Mechanized wood burning: electric soldering iron with interchangeable tips, roller inserts, and friction burning with a drill. Tips from Modelist-Konstruktor magazine.
- [Well trap](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/well-trap) - Homemade device to extract a pole from a borehole well. Construction of a pipe-and-catch trap-lifter.
- [Hydro kart “Typhoon”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/hydro-kart-typhoon) - We read with great interest in the magazine the descriptions of the hydro-sleds "Pioneer", "Dolphin" and "Pirate". We should note that on the waters of the Ob Sea, such vessels can be seen every summer. These are "Typhoons", the drawings of which were developed in the experimental mechanics laboratory of our KUT. Undoubtedly, the new
- [His element is land and water](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/his-element-is-land-and-water) - Detailed description of the DIY Triton-2 amphibian by D. Kudryachkov: front-wheel drive, waterjet, planing up to 50 km/h. Drawings, specs, hull and suspension design.
- [Siberian single-wheel](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/siberian-single-wheel) - Step-by-step build of a homemade motorized plow: pipe frame, bicycle reducer, forced cooling. Drawings and description.
- [TO PREVENT CARS FROM RUSTING](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/auto-moto-service/to-prevent-cars-from-rusting) - Learn how to protect your car body from corrosion using zinc anodes. Anodic protection lasts 3-5 years without maintenance. DIY guide with installation diagrams.
- [Socket in a lamp holder](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/himself-an-electrician/socket-in-a-lamp-holder) - How to make an adapter in a portable lamp socket to plug in appliances without extra wiring. Construction, assembly, plug pin protection. Modelist-Konstruktor 12'97.
- [With a sidecar and a trailer](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/auto-moto-service/with-a-sidecar-and-a-trailer) - Article about a homemade trailer for an Izh-Jupiter motorcycle with sidecar. “Obedient” trailer design that follows track-for-track. Frame, coupling, BP-65 suspension. Registration tips.
- [Concrete mixer made from a barrel](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/concrete-mixer-made-from-a-barrel) - Step-by-step homemade 250L concrete mixer: kinematic diagram, assemblies from farm machinery parts, 1.2 kW electric drive. Modelist-Konstruktor magazine.
- [TRANSFORMERLESS UNINTERRUPTIBLE POWER SUPPLIES (UPS)](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/himself-an-electrician/transformerless-uninterruptible-power-supplies-ups) - How to make an uninterruptible 3V power supply for portable devices. Transformerless power supply circuit and 3V 0.75A voltage regulator. Detailed instructions with circuit diagrams.
- [Double-IZh](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/double-izh) - Step‑by‑step build of a two‑cylinder opposed engine from IZH parts: crankshaft, crankcase, tuning to 36 hp and tips for driving an airscrew via reduction gearbox.
- [ECONOMY LADDER](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/economy-ladder) - Complete guide to building an economical attic staircase. Detailed instructions with diagrams, size tables, and step-by-step assembly. Takes less space than spiral stairs.
- [Compact folding table](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/compact-folding-table) - Step-by-step guide to making a drop-leaf table from ash. Detailed drawings, milling technology description, and assembly instructions. Perfect for small apartments.
- [The spray can will still be useful](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/the-spray-can-will-still-be-useful) - Learn how to make a paint roller from an empty aerosol canister. Simple DIY guide using recycled materials to create a functional paint roller for home repairs.
- [Rakes with wheels](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/rakes-with-wheels) - Detailed instructions for making wide-capture wheel rakes for hay collection. Construction from water pipes, weight 20 kg, productivity 0.5 ha per hour.
- [Garden water carrier](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/garden-water-carrier) - Folding cart design for transporting water bidons. Frame with lever mechanism simplifies lifting and draining water for garden bed and tree irrigation.
- [Making concrete ourselves](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/making-concrete-ourselves) - Complete guide to building a homemade concrete mixer from available materials. Detailed description of construction, components, frame, gearbox, and usage instructions.
- [Shovel with a “twist”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/shovel-with-a-twist) - Problems with store-bought dustpans and detailed instructions for making a durable dustpan from wood and metal. Manufacturing technology with 3 parts.
- [BENCH DRILL PRESS](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/bench-drill-press) - Compact 220V drilling machine for home workshop. Build instructions, schematics, and safety guidelines. Suitable for drilling, countersinking, and milling work.
- [RUSTIC-STYLE TABLE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/rustic-style-table) - Step-by-step guide to building a stylized plank table yourself. Learn tabletop construction, X-shaped or panel supports, assembly details, and finishing techniques.
- [Tractor-dump truck: small but mighty](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/tractor-dump-truck-small-but-mighty) - Practical experience creating and modifying a homemade motoblock with dump truck attachment. Detailed description of construction, suspension, frame, and body for agricultural work.
- [USEFUL AROUND THE HOUSE: DISPLAY SHELF UNIT](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/useful-around-the-house-display-shelf-unit) - Make a glass storage rack for bolts, nuts, spices. Step-by-step DIY guide using 150x150x3mm glass tiles and duralumin crosspieces. Practical organizing solution.
- [A refrigerator in which… it’s warm](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/a-refrigerator-in-which-its-warm) - How to convert an old refrigerator into a balcony vegetable storage unit. Simple way to store potatoes and vegetables in winter without maintenance. Diagrams and instructions.
- [Mini-farm: “care once a week”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/mini-farm-care-once-a-week) - Mini-farm for rabbit breeding with two-tier cage-module. Simple design, weekly maintenance. Up to 25 animals per cage. Author's certificate No.782773. Efficient space-saving solution.
- [MINI PLOW](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/mini-plow) - Step-by-step guide to building a manual garden plow for soil cultivation. Detailed drawings, schematics, and construction instructions using available materials.
- [Catamaran made of… foam](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/catamaran-made-of-foam) - In recent years, foam catamarans have begun appearing on the water bodies of the Urals. They are unsinkable, convenient to operate, durable, and simple to manufacture. The figure shows the design of such a catamaran. Its dimensions: 3750X1600 mm, plate thickness from 40 to 150 mm, float height 200 mm and width 400 mm. The
- [All kinds of wheelbarrows are needed](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/all-kinds-of-wheelbarrows-are-needed) - Learn how to build a reliable wheelbarrow from scrap metal: design, manufacturing process, advantages. Practical experience of 15 years of use.
- [Water supply in a country house](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/water-supply-in-a-country-house) - It's hard to imagine urban and rural life without running water nowadays. Well, if there's no centralized water supply and a well is nearby, the simplest solution is to use an electric pump to lift water. However, that's only half the job. A home water supply system should include a storage tank, automatic pump control
- [SKI BRAKE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/ski-brake) - Learn how to make an alpine ski brake yourself. A simple and reliable three-part mechanism that prevents skis from sliding away after binding release. Detailed DIY construction instructions.
- [One potato, two potatoes](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/one-potato-two-potatoes) - Complete guide to building homemade potato tools: tracer planter, weeder-hiller, cultivator-weeder, and disc hiller. Detailed drawings and assembly diagrams.
- [BRAKE LIGHT REPEATER](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/himself-an-electrician/brake-light-repeater) - For remote monitoring of the serviceability of stop-light lamps in a car, transistor electronic («Modelist-Konstruktor» No. 6'2000) or relay-transistor devices are usually used. The latter is part of the standard electrical equipment of some cars as relay 4402.3747 and represents a design of magnetically controlled HERmetically sealed CONtacts — reed switches («Modelist-Konstruktor» No. 7'91, 4'98,
- [Kart racer’s desk](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/kart-racers-desk) - Complete DIY guide for building a safe karting training stand with roller supports. Detailed construction plans, kart modifications, assembly diagrams. Learn basic kart driving skills safely.
- [AERODYNAMICS — TO THE CARBURETOR!](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/auto-moto-service/aerodynamics-to-the-carburetor) - Few car owners do not try to improve their consumer qualities. The most extensive field of activity for auto-rationalizers is the power plant. From time to time, publications appear about gaskets, attachments, or additives that increase engine life, optimize fuel consumption, reduce exhaust toxicity... Our Ukrainian reader proposes an aerodynamic attachment for the carburetor. He
- [Cut metal? Easy!](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/cut-metal-easy) - Complete guide to building homemade shears for cutting sheet materials. Simple construction from basic parts, cuts steel up to 3 mm. Mechanical cutter with lever mechanism.
- [AST WATER HEATING IN THE SAUNA](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/ast-water-heating-in-the-sauna) - To obtain hot water in a bathhouse, a tank-register on the stove pipe (or a boiler in the stove itself) and an external tank in the washroom are often used. Water circulation between them is carried out by natural convection due to the difference in specific weight of hot and cold liquid at temperature differences.
- [A forklift turned into a tractor](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/a-forklift-turned-into-a-tractor) - Detailed guide to building a homemade tractor from a loader. G. Galkin's design: frame, axles, engine, transmission description. Tractor works over 20 years.
- [Personal sauna](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/personal-sauna) - Complete guide to building a single-person sauna-steam room. Collapsible design 1600x1200x2400 mm, frame-panel construction, steel stove. Transportable in car trailer.
- [Pendulum with self-sharpening](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/pendulum-with-self-sharpening) - Build a pendulum circular electric saw with self-sharpening teeth for cutting nail-filled wood into firewood. V. Radkov's design with 20+ years reliability.
- [ON A BICYCLE LIKE IN A CHAIR](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/on-a-bicycle-like-in-a-chair) - For more than a year, Stepan Ivanovich Gorshkov has been perfecting the bicycle design. His efforts, however, are not aimed at achieving high speeds. No! Let the racers do that! Comfortable seating while riding, easy transportation on trains — that's what his efforts are aimed at. The main principle of all improvements by S. I.
- [DIY motorhome: life and everyday living in a Chevrolet Carry](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/diy-motorhome-life-and-everyday-living-in-a-chevrolet-carry) - How a girl transformed a Chevrolet Super Carry into a full home on wheels. 5 lessons on comfort, functionality, and minimalism from traveling South America solo.
- [Skiing behind a sailboat](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/skiing-behind-a-sailboat) - Complete DIY guide to building a sailing tug for skiers. Detailed instructions with drawings, assembly diagrams for wheels, mast, sail. Sail area 4.8 sq.m.
- [Tracked micro all-terrain vehicle](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/tracked-micro-all-terrain-vehicle) - Complete DIY guide for building a micro all-terrain vehicle for foresters. Tracked vehicle with M-62 Ural engine: design, drawings, specifications. Weight 350 kg, speed 50 km/h.
- [TOURIST’S DREAM](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/tourists-dream) - Many readers, after the editorial board asked them what amateur constructions (for water, land, and air) they were interested in, sent hundreds of letters to the editorial office requesting the publication of drawings and a description of a light foldable boat for amateur fishermen, tourists traveling on blue roads, for all those who love nature
- [BOAT ON A “SKI”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/boat-on-a-ski) - Back in pre-reform and even pre-perestroika times, on my birthday, one of my milestone dates, the management of the enterprise where I worked and my colleagues, knowing about my passionate hobby of small vessels (boats, motorboats, hydrofoils), gave me an outboard motor "Vikhr-30R". I didn't even dream of such a thing then: it cost a
- [MOPED “COTTONMAKE”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/moped-cottonmake) - At the X All-Union Week of Science, Technology and Production for Children and Youth, held in January 1983 in the capital of Uzbekistan, many interesting developments from many cities of the Soviet Union were gathered. Including from Tashkent itself. Specialists, participants and guests of the week remembered the samples of transport equipment presented by the
- [WITH ONE OR TWO](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/with-one-or-two) - Georgy Sergeevich Khokhlachev is a military pensioner, 77 years old. Throughout his conscious life, he has been enthusiastically engaged in technical creativity: rationalization work, radio engineering, photography, and much more. In his searches, the tireless amateur regularly turns to publications in popular science publications, including the magazine "Modelist-Konstruktor". G. S. Khokhlachev decided to present one
- [“Satellite — Combi”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/satellite-combi) - There was a time when artistic design pursued purely decorative goals. Artists worked only on the form of machines. This explains the presence of a large number of decorative elements in the designs of automobiles of the not-so-distant past. Now the tasks of artistic design have expanded significantly. A modern designer (artist-constructor), trying to make
- [IN SUMMER — MOTORCYCLE, IN WINTER — SNOWMOBILE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/in-summer-motorcycle-in-winter-snowmobile) - Snowmobile technology is finding increasingly wider application today. Industry and amateur craftsmen create the most diverse machine designs, specifically intended for winter operation. But then spring comes, and the powerful "Buran" goes to the garage for storage — waiting for the next season, while its owner switches to another "steed," most often — a motorcycle.
- [Will find it even underground](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/devices-helpers/will-find-it-even-underground) - Build a sensitive metal detector with automatic frequency control. Complete instructions with schematics, PCB layout, and calibration. Detection depth up to 1.4m.
- [CHINESE? NO, JUST SIMILAR](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/chinese-no-just-similar) - Readers of the magazine who became acquainted in issue No. 4'2006 with the tractor trailer by V. Kolyaskin were also interested in the mini-tractor itself by this amateur constructor. Today we publish a description of the manufacturing technology of this tractor and diagrams of its main units. If you have a house in the country,
- [Garden and vegetable plot arsenal](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/garden-and-vegetable-plot-arsenal) - Instructions for making garden tools: folding wheelbarrow, universal shovel, hoe-cultivator, roller, harrow from car tires. DIY projects for your garden.
- [HELPER TABLE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/helper-table) - Illness is equally burdensome for both children and adults - the recent pandemic is a clear example of this. In such a situation, a small and convenient bedside table will certainly come in handy, which can be used for eating or light activities: reading, drawing, performing urgent work on a laptop or tablet, browsing news
- [INTO THE SKY — WITH A BACKPACK MOTOR](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/into-the-sky-with-a-backpack-motor) - In the late 1980s, the family of light vehicles with mechanical engines (from motorcycles and snowmobiles to ultralight aircraft) was joined by a new type of ultralight aircraft, which received the official (according to FAI classification) name of powered paraglider. However, in colloquial speech it is often called a paramotor (PM), meaning the entire apparatus.
- [TRALBOT MODEL](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/world-of-models/tralbot-model) - The purpose of this vessel is fishing with a small trawl and drift nets no more than 20 miles from the port of refuge. Endurance - 12 days. Main dimensions of the boat: maximum length - 12.75 m, length at waterline - 11.7 m, width - 3 m, draft - 1.3 m. Speed reaches 8
- [“TELEVIK” HOMEMADE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/televik-homemade) - Many photography enthusiasts today use old lenses on modern cameras. Especially those who are into leisurely creative or experimental photography. For this purpose, an adapter ring is purchased with a bayonet mount matching the camera being used and a thread (or also a bayonet) matching the lens. Such accessories are produced by many companies and
- [RETRO ROCKER](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/retro-rocker) - Modern rocking chairs - something's wrong with them! Made in a lightweight version, they practically lack moment of inertia. The proposed design does not have this drawback. It is assembled from sufficiently massive wooden parts, which contributes to an increased number of swings from a single push. At the same time, the chair does not
- [“Ant” with the body forward](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/ant-with-the-body-forward) - Complete guide to building «Sledopyt» mini-truck based on «Muravey» scooter. S. Yakishev's design: specs, drawings, assembly diagrams. Load capacity 300 kg.
- [STILT OARS](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/stilt-oars) - Rowing oars allow for powerful strokes, but where the boat is heading is not visible - the rower sits with their back against the direction of movement. The propulsion system of the proposed design lacks this drawback - it is a pair of vertical hinged devices installed along the sides of the vessel. Externally, they
- [ALMOST LIKE IN THE CITY!](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/almost-like-in-the-city) - Having started setting up the household on a neglected dacha plot, I installed a cabinet with a sink in the kitchen. I hung a washbasin and placed a bucket underneath for drainage. This works for rural areas, but at least twice a day I had to take out the filled bucket and find a place
- [FROM WINTER BLUES](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/from-winter-blues) - Usually, a bicycle is used for five to six months a year, and the rest of the time it sits idle waiting for the new season. But if you equip it with simple devices and supports, you'll get an excellent exercise machine. Instead of handlebars, the bicycle-exercise machine has a bottom bracket unit installed (without
- [A SNOWMOBILE FOR EVERYONE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/a-snowmobile-for-everyone) - The propulsion system of this snowmobile consists of a rubber-fabric track made from a 300 mm wide conveyor belt and joined into a ring using a hinged loop. On its outer surface, cleats made of duralumin channels are installed, and on the inner surface - brackets that allow the track to be driven by the
- [OVAL ON THE BALCONY](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/oval-on-the-balcony) - In good weather, it's pleasant to sit on the balcony at a table with a book or chess, have some tea or, on the contrary, refreshing drinks. However, at other times, the table is a hindrance on the cramped balcony space. The solution is to make a folding or drop-down version. One type of compact
- [The builder’s “barrel factory”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/the-builders-barrel-factory) - Step-by-step guide to building a manual concrete mixer from a 200L barrel. Drawings, materials, assembly. Fast mixing in 10-15 seconds. No electric motor needed.
- [Twin seams](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/twin-seams) - Learn how to make a device for even joints in brick laying. Simple DIY tool made from steel strips to maintain uniform mortar joint thickness between brick rows. Easy to build.
- [You can’t do without a bottle](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tips-readers/you-cant-do-without-a-bottle) - Useful ideas for using plastic bottles in the garden: growing strawberries, seedling containers, insect traps, bird feeders, DIY sprinkler and shower head. Simple DIY projects.
- [AQUARIUM BOAT](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/aquarium-boat) - How could one not help little Katyusha see the fish swimming! During a boat trip with grandfather Viktor on the lake, she kept leaning over the side, trying to see the underwater inhabitants. Grandfather, fearing that his granddaughter might accidentally fall into the water, asked her not to lean over the water anymore. And he
- [Mini tractor: from design to plowing](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/mini-tractor-from-design-to-plowing) - Complete guide to building mini-tractor MT-5. V. Chirkov's design: tractor selection, assembly from serial units, plow mounting. Speed 0.5-40 km/h, track 0.9-1.3 m.
- [CANOPY FOR A BARBECUE GRILL](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/canopy-for-a-barbecue-grill) - You will agree that cooking shashlik outdoors in rainy weather brings little pleasure. A simple canopy will help avoid inconveniences and enjoy appetizingly smelling meat, and its construction does not require professional carpentry skills. I saw this design last autumn in one of the village yards. The basis of the canopy consists of six vertical
- [MULTI-SPEED BICYCLE AUTOMAT](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/multi-speed-bicycle-automat) - Many imported bicycles with a large number (over a dozen) of speeds have now appeared on our market. But such machines probably only fascinate young people. Experts understand that it is still impossible to use all speeds to the full extent: it is not easy even to correctly select the right gear, and frequently switching
- [CAR? PNEUMO VEHICLE!](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/car-pneumo-vehicle) - In the taiga regions, it's not easy to get by without an off-road vehicle. That's why all-terrain vehicles are always held in high regard here. I, for example, drive mine both in summer and winter. And it helps not only me. Once I went winter fishing. A steep bank about two meters high on the
- [RELIABLE ASSISTANT FOR A POWER TILLER](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/reliable-assistant-for-a-power-tiller) - We continue the story about machines and mechanisms built by V.A. SVERBIL — an amateur designer from the village of Zelenchukskaya in the Karachay-Cherkess Republic. In the publication "Walk-behind tractor — nothing superfluous" ("Modelist-Konstruktor" No. 2'98), his faithful garden helper "Elektronik" was described. Now we offer to familiarize yourself with the design of a cargo
- [Three-operation benchtop](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/three-operation-benchtop) - Compact 80x180x360 mm machine with saw, abrasive wheel, and planer. 20W motor from sewing machine. Complete construction instructions with diagrams.
- [SHELF FOR… BOTTLES](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/shelf-for-bottles) - This wall-mounted cellular shelving unit is very convenient for storing a supply of various drinks in bottles — from mineral water and wine to yogurts. They are visible, easily accessible, and take up little space. Blanks To make such a shelving unit, the Bulgarian magazine "Napravi sam" recommends using smoothly planed boards 20 mm thick
- [BOTH PLOWMAN AND REAPER](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/both-plowman-and-reaper) - A strange situation has developed in our country: those who can afford to buy a tractor don't need it (except perhaps for amusement at a country villa), while those who need a tractor because they live off the land cannot afford to buy one. But you can't accomplish much on the land with bare hands
- [There are no small details in a car](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/himself-an-electrician/there-are-no-small-details-in-a-car) - Practical tips for repairing and maintaining VAZ-2105 and Zhiguli car electrical equipment. How to measure dwell angle, repair rotor, protect headlights and other useful advice.
- [BUILDER’S ASSISTANT](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/builders-assistant) - We first lived in an apartment in a three-story building, and then decided to move to a house of the estate type. But it required serious repairs, and the outbuildings were subject to complete replacement. Significant concrete work lay ahead. Memories of student construction brigades involuntarily surfaced, where we had to mix mortar in significant
- [BACKPACK ON WHEELS](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/backpack-on-wheels) - Our housewives, especially elderly ones, have long appreciated the shopping cart — a small two-wheeled cart with a bag attached to its frame, resembling a tourist backpack in shape. How many different purchases they carry on these carts, returning from the market or the store! It turned out that the small cart, whose official load
- [DAGGERBOARD BOAT FOR TOURISTS](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/daggerboard-boat-for-tourists) - "Eureka" is a centerboard boat of simplified construction, designed for home building technology. The boat's hull is wooden, lightweight, with a membrane-type skin. It consists of three built-up frames, a keel, and four stringers. The midship frame is reinforced, since the mast and centerboards are attached to it. The mast is made of duralumin tube
- [BREAD BOX](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/bread-box) - An old but wise folk saying goes: "Bread is the head of everything." However, storing it in advance is a hopeless task. It goes stale and dries out very quickly, or even gets moldy and becomes unfit for consumption. And as is known, fresh bread is especially tasty. But people have not yet found a
- [TRAILER FOR “JUPITER”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/trailer-for-jupiter) - I have been engaged in creating various devices to facilitate work on the homestead plot for many years. However, I have not yet presented my developments to the readers' judgment; this is my first attempt. It all started when motorcycle trailers appeared on sale — in particular for the "Voskhod". This prompted me to build
- [UMBRELLA ON WHEELS](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/umbrella-on-wheels) - When there is no permanent gazebo on a summer cottage for rest on a hot summer day, the only salvation from the scorching sun is a large "beach" umbrella. The undeniable advantage is that the umbrella can be installed anywhere you want to organize a rest area, where a table with chairs or just a
- [“SALYUT” ON AN INFLATABLE BOAT](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/salyut-on-an-inflatable-boat) - Tourists, anglers-hunters, and simply lovers of water recreation dream of having a convenient, lightweight, transportable boat. For this purpose, in my opinion, a rubber inflatable boat is most suitable. The boat I purchased, "Last-5", weighs about 18 kg and carries three people. In calm weather and light wind, it glides easily on the water. But
- [Three-wheeled “Combi”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/three-wheeled-combi) - Kharkiv tricycle «combi»: innovative lean mechanism for turns, converts to two-wheeled bike, luggage accessories. Makohonenko's design from NTTM-76 exhibition.
- [“LITTLE ONE” — SCHOOL CAR](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/little-one-school-car) - "Many people are now interested in designing and building microcars. We in our automotive design club at School No. 146 in Novosibirsk also tried. The result, in our opinion, is a fairly successful car in terms of design. The power unit turned out to be very compact, as the "SZA" engine was equipped with a
- [ARCH GREENHOUSE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/arch-greenhouse) - Greenhouses are, of course, not a whim or a fashion, but a necessity that many have struggled with. After all, these structures, covering a plot of land with glass or film, allow not only to plant seedlings in the ground earlier, but also (which is no less important) to protect the growing plants from acid
- [IT’S CALLED “APC”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/its-called-apc) - Amateur constructor Oleg Alievich Starikov from the Moscow region village of Ostrovtsy is known to many thanks to his handsome jeep "SIMOT", built in 1996. This car could be seen on the television program "Podmoskovye", as well as at the celebration of the newspaper "Moskovsky Komsomolets" in Luzhniki, at "Survival Races" in Krylatskoye and auto
- [Pulling and pulling… a little plow](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/pulling-and-pulling-a-little-plow) - Complete DIY guide for building a mini winch for plowing. V. Berezhnoy's design: drawings, assembly diagrams, power take-off mechanism from mini-tractor.
- [CIRCULAR SAW IN A CASE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/circular-saw-in-a-case) - A circular electric saw is a very useful thing in any household. In terms of usefulness, it is probably in second place after an electric drill. About the design of the electric saw: it couldn't be simpler. Its basis is a DAO-A type electric motor from a washing machine. The electric motor doesn't have to
- [VELOMOTO TANDEM](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/velomoto-tandem) - The two-seater velomoto car "Tandem" — my latest homemade design with a combined drive: from the pedals of the driver and passenger (in this case, he becomes the second crew member), and a two-stroke moped engine D-6 with a displacement of 50 cm3 and a power of 1.2 hp (maximum number of revolutions — 4500
- [BOTH PLOWMAN AND CARTER](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/both-plowman-and-carter) - Almost a decade ago, I purchased a house with a garden plot in a village. The plot needed to be cultivated, but without machinery, this work was overwhelming, and there was no money left for it. So I was forced to build a walk-behind tractor for this purpose. I already had experience in amateur construction
- [What kind of stove is this without a chimney?](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/what-kind-of-stove-is-this-without-a-chimney) - Complete guide to building chimneys for stoves. Wall, root, and mounted pipes. Flaring and masonry techniques. Fire safety requirements and installation methods.
- [Electric-powered cultivator](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/electric-powered-cultivator) - Complete guide to building an electric cultivator from a gas Krot. Shock-safe, eco-friendly design using ST-8 starter. Detailed drawings and wiring diagrams included.
- [Disassembly with a magnet](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tips-readers/disassembly-with-a-magnet) - Safe method for removing microcircuit leads from PCBs using a neodymium magnet and 15W soldering iron. Prevents track damage and hole metallization issues from overheating.
- [Center indicator](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/center-indicator) - Simple DIY center finder for cylindrical parts. Three-ruler design, can be 3D printed or made from plywood, plastic, or metal. Perfect workshop tool for finding circle centers.
- [A simple solution to a complex problem](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/a-simple-solution-to-a-complex-problem) - How to extract a broken stud or tap from a hole? Proven drilling technique and bushing installation. Complete guide for making a special drill-mill tool at home.
- [Trailer tester](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/auto-moto-service/trailer-tester) - Build a DIY trailer wiring tester to check lighting system alone. Complete schematic diagram, step-by-step instructions. Quick electrical equipment check without driver assistance.
- [Multifunctional housing](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tips-readers/multifunctional-housing) - Complete guide to making universal cases for amateur radio homemade devices. Frameless construction from sheet steel, U-shaped parts. Development, bending, flanging.
- [Squint like an Eskimo](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/squint-like-an-eskimo) - While choosing equipment for snowboarding, I came across an article on the internet about Eskimos. More precisely, about how representatives of this people of the far north protected their eyes from sunburn. This problem is known to winter sports enthusiasts - skiers, snowkiters, mountaineers, snowmobilers - everyone who spends a long time on white snow
- [Lever to help](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/auto-moto-service/lever-to-help) - Make an auxiliary balance beam for crane or winch from pipe or T-beam. Allows lowering loads to the side from suspension point. Complete DIY instructions.
- [Butterfly garden](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/butterfly-garden) - Create a butterfly-shaped rest area at your dacha with this DIY guide. Step-by-step instructions for building a beach lounger, flower bed, butterfly feeder and house using simple materials.
- [Balkan “Eagles”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/aviation/balkan-eagles) - Yugoslav-Romanian light fighter-bomber J-22/IAR-93 Orao. History, design, modifications, and combat use during Yugoslav Wars. Technical specifications and comparison.
- [I once had an “Oka”…](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/i-once-had-an-oka) - Learn how to build a buggy from an old Oka car. Complete DIY guide with frame construction, suspension setup, and steering assembly. Amateur constructor project.
- [“Aerodynamic” Tatra cars](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/auto-show/aerodynamic-tatra-cars) - History of aerodynamic Tatra cars: models 77, 77a, 87, 97 and 600 Tatraplan. Technical specifications, Hanzelka and Zikmund's journey, scale models.
- [A RIDDLE FOR A BURGLAR](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/a-riddle-for-a-burglar) - Externally, this padlock is no different from thousands of its counterparts guarding storerooms and dachas, sheds and utility rooms, shops and warehouses. Except for one stunning detail: it opens... with a screwdriver. Can one trust such an unserious device that even a mischievous boy could unlock? "You can," asserts its creator, engineer I. Yankin. "Opening
- [Mini kart](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/mini-kart) - Building a DIY mini-kart for children. Amateur constructor's experience: engine selection, suspension, brakes, steering rack. Mistakes and tips from Modelist-Konstruktor.
- [From a branch — a cutting](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/from-a-branch-a-cutting) - Original method of rooting branches directly on trees by I.V. Michurin. Step-by-step guide using bags and water to get cuttings from oleander, apple and pear trees.
- [Triptych](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/triptych) - Compact DIY motorized bicycles and scooter by Mikhail Landyshev. 50cc engines, transportable in car trunk. Complete build instructions with detailed assembly guide.
- [SWING SAW](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/swing-saw) - When talking about the amateur constructor E. Kulikov, it should be noted that all the units and mechanisms he has made are designed to ease the labor and daily life of rural residents. Let us touch upon one of the problems annually solved by village residents, and by those who live in most Russian settlements
- [Crimean commuter trains](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/crimean-commuter-trains) - Inventor Dmitry Chulkov designs electric vehicles: modular chassis that transforms into a tricycle, and all-wheel-drive motorcycles with power up to 40 kW. DIY electric transport.
- [SECRETS OF THE SECRETARY](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/secrets-of-the-secretary) - No matter what your city apartment is like — prestigious or ordinary, large or small, comfortable or inconvenient, it is extremely difficult to allocate space for a home workshop in it. However, with great desire and sufficient carpentry skills, a DIY craftsman can equip a quite convenient workspace that easily transforms into a flat cabinet
- [Velocart](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/velocart) - Several years ago, I made a small bicycle car for my sons (or, judging by its size or construction, it would be more accurate to call it a bicycle kart). The children liked the machine, and they, together with the neighbor kids, spent hours racing it on quiet streets. I took as a model the
- [“Trainee” radio](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/world-of-models/trainee-radio) - Step-by-step guide to building a radio-controlled racing sailboat model. Materials, drawings, assembly instructions for homemade RC yacht.
- [HERO TRAILER](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/hero-trailer) - Many builders — future homeowners or summer residents — have to solve the issue of transporting local building materials over short distances, such as soil, sand, stone. Some owners, having their own transport equipment (car, tractor, or even a walk-behind tractor), buy a trailer for it. However, the price of an industrial trailer is such
- [Winter shelter for a tourist](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/winter-shelter-for-a-tourist) - Complete DIY guide for building a winter six-person tent with heating. Tent construction, potbelly stove design, materials, drawings, assembly diagrams. For winter hiking.
- [CRUSHED GRAINS? NO PROBLEM!](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/crushed-grains-no-problem) - In the journal "Modelist-Konstruktor" No. 2 for 1989, material by A. Baklansky from Kremenchug, Poltava region, was published about a micro mill that he designed for his household. This publication prompted me to also make a similar unit for the same purposes. However, the productivity of A. Baklansky's device did not suit me — by
- [NOMAD GREENHOUSE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/nomad-greenhouse) - If you want to have early vegetables on your plot — then you need a greenhouse. Only in it can you create conditions for maintaining constantly high temperature and humidity of soil and air for plants both during the day and at night. There are many designs of individual greenhouses and film-covered frames, and each
- [D-6 WITH FAN](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/d-6-with-fan) - This three-wheeled motorized cart was created for garden and household purposes; it is convenient for transporting bags, tools, and other small loads. The engine here is a conventional bicycle motor D-6, quite widely used in garden and vegetable garden associations for driving tillers, cultivators, pumps, and mowers. However, its design is intended for cooling from
- [Milling cutter instead of a plow](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/milling-cutter-instead-of-a-plow) - Build a DIY tiller with cutters using G. Kuznetsov's design. Complete instructions with specifications, drawings, assembly diagrams. Weight 72 kg, 3 gears.
- [TRICYCLE PNEUMO VEHICLE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/tricycle-pneumo-vehicle) - For more than ten years I have been designing and building all-terrain vehicles. Over these years I have gained some experience, but I constantly turn to new publications in "Modelist-Konstruktor": what if someone, having come up with something original, did better? The prototype of the proposed tricycle was a machine I made based on an
- [Winter steed](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/winter-steed) - Learn how to build a single-runner snow scooter yourself. Detailed DIY instructions for making an extreme winter sled from wood and plywood.
- [CAMP ARSENAL](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/camp-arsenal) - I want to share with readers my small devices that provide additional convenience when organizing a campfire at a rest stop during a weekend hike or journey through one's native land. One of the common "campfire" problems is finding and preparing stakes for setting up a tent and forked sticks for a crossbar, as well
- [Motorcycle in the trunk](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/motorcycle-in-the-trunk) - Detailed guide on building a micromotorcycle yourself. Frame, suspension, and wheel construction. Performance: up to 50 km/h, reliability, compact size.
- [EQUIPMENT FOR A SWIMMER](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/equipment-for-a-swimmer) - A boat with a rower moves much faster than a swimming person, even with fins, although the drag force is three or even four times greater. The efficiency of oars is higher than that of arms, and the "power" developed by a person in a boat is also higher... The strongest human muscles work —
- [FOLDING POWER TILLER](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/folding-power-tiller) - When creating mechanical weeders, walk-behind tractors, and other small-scale mechanization equipment, DIY enthusiasts face a whole range of problems: from working out the kinematics (reliability, compactness, originality of technical solutions), acquiring components and parts for the intended machine (an inexpensive engine, for example), to assembling and debugging the entire structure. The material published below tells
- [PAINTING DURALUMIN PANELS](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/painting-duralumin-panels) - Any front panels made of aluminum alloy are easily amenable to decorative processing. For example, after drilling holes in them, these parts can first be subjected to anodizing, and then painted. Both processes do not require special equipment and can easily be performed at home. Small panels are anodized in a glass cuvette. Distilled water
- [MOTOR CART](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/motor-cart) - In a homestead or dacha farm, even a small one, any mechanized cargo vehicle is a great help. It saves both time and effort. Of course, when it's simple and reliable. It's desirable that the machine be small in size for maneuverability and have sufficient power (even at the expense of speed). Its cross-country ability
- [CANOPY OVER THE BOAT](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/canopy-over-the-boat) - A canvas tent stretched over a frame made of steel pipes for electrical wiring will perfectly protect the fisherman from the scorching sun rays. The canopy size is designed for a boat 4.5 m long. The ends of the frame tubes are flattened, and holes Ø 5 mm are drilled in them. The connection is
- [All-season motor all-terrain vehicle](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/all-season-motor-all-terrain-vehicle) - Detailed instructions for building homemade snowmobile Turtle-2 with drawings and diagrams. Converting an all-terrain vehicle into a snowmobile with D-8 engine. Guide.
- [HEAT FROM THE CAMPFIRE — INTO THE TENT](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/heat-from-the-campfire-into-the-tent) - I read in your magazine how frozen water columns can be heated with steam. I recalled another application of a similar device — for heating people in camping conditions: in a tent, a hut, under an awning on a boat — after all, you can't light a fire inside. In this case, a portable steam
- [TRIMARAN MADE OF… FOUR BOATS](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/trimaran-made-of-four-boats) - The advantages of compact folding boats are obvious, the disadvantages too. In one of the old issues of the "Modelist-Konstruktor" magazine (on the last page of the cover), photographs and a brief description of a folding trimaran by Leningrad shipbuilder V.A. Vakulenko were published. His trimaran consisted of three folding hulls arranged in a triangle
- [AND THE SWARM — IN A BAG](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/and-the-swarm-in-a-bag) - Everyone who decides to engage in beekeeping must prepare themselves for many things. Including the fact that they will have to "remove" swarms alone. This task, I know from experience, is far from simple. After all, bees "graft" (land during swarming) often in places where it is not easy for a person (without appropriate training,
- [Sliding gate](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/sliding-gate) - Complete guide to building 6-meter sliding gates with integrated gate. Detailed drawings, schematics, and step-by-step installation instructions for DIY.
- [AIR PROPELLER FOR A WIND GENERATOR](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/air-propeller-for-a-wind-generator) - Unfortunately, power problems are occurring more and more frequently, and there is no guarantee that you will be spared this fate, regardless of where you live — in the city or, especially, in rural areas. To protect yourself in case of an "emergency" situation, it's good to purchase a diesel mini-power station, but... not everyone
- [LONG-LIVED AMPHIBIAN](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/long-lived-amphibian) - The tourist amphibious boat "Amfa" was built by Vitaly Gennadievich Lebedev 35 years ago. Over many years of operation, it naturally underwent several modernizations, but the original design ideas embedded in it have not become obsolete. "Amfa" still pleases its creator and his family, demonstrating excellent qualities both on water and on land. In the
- [FEEDER FOR LAYING HENS](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/feeder-for-laying-hens) - Many people keep chickens. And they know: for crested hens to lay diligently and gain weight quickly, they need to be fed well, and not just once a day. It's not a problem if the farm has only one or two dozen of such voracious creatures. But how to distribute fresh feed among an entire
- [Rocking trailer](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/rocking-trailer) - Learn how to make a foldable bicycle side trailer yourself. Practical solution for cargo transport with apartment storage capability. Detailed instructions with drawings.
- [“FAST” SUPPORTS](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/fast-supports) - Transformable supports for currants, gooseberries, and other shrubs can be easily made from steel wire with a diameter of 5—8 mm ("rod wire") and available materials like poles. And with minimal effort and time. The supports will be segments of "rod wire" after their lower ends are sharpened and the upper ends are bent into
- [THREE-WHEELER WITH TILT](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/three-wheeler-with-tilt) - From the history of automotive engineering, it is known that the first automobile was K. Benz's three-wheeled carriage. Later, with the increase in speeds, it was replaced by a four-wheeled vehicle, as more stable in turns. However, designers did not abandon the desire to create a three-wheeled chassis of the same stability. It is structurally
- [INSTEAD OF A JACK — A SCREW](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/instead-of-a-jack-a-screw) - "Juice with a jack" — that's what the article was called, published in "Modelist-Konstruktor" No. 4 for 1998. I liked the simplicity and unconventionality of the technical solution proposed in it. However, I prefer to use a special unit of sufficient productivity for household use instead of a jack. All costs for making such a
- [WITH ALL THE COMFORTS](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/with-all-the-comforts) - When it comes to building a country house, it almost always implies that all "amenities" will be equipped in the yard. These include a shower (bathroom), toilet, bathhouse, and washbasin... This means that in any, even the most miserable weather, one will have to curse everything and make one's way to such "amenities." And only
- [“DESNA” WITH A MOTOR](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/desna-with-a-motor) - For my moped, I chose a folding bicycle "Desna-2" model B-849 with reduced wheels (20 X 1.75). To install a motor on it, I made some modifications. I reinforced the frame: I welded an L-shaped tube between the steering column and the backbone beam. I had to spring the front fork with two springs to
- [Boat for calm waters](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/boat-for-calm-waters) - Complete guide to building a lightweight duralumin boat from scratch. Detailed drawings, dimensions, materials, and step-by-step construction instructions for fishing boat.
- [If the apartment is cramped](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/if-the-apartment-is-cramped) - Learn how to make a combined kitchen table with built-in ironing board yourself. Two construction variants with detailed drawings and step-by-step instructions for DIY enthusiasts.
- [FUN RIDE-ON TOY](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/fun-ride-on-toy) - Little children love to have toys with them not only in the room, but also on walks. Especially those that can be pulled on a string or pushed with a thin stick. Even more so, a dynamic toy when something in it spins, swings, or bounces. We offer a variant of such an amusing pull-toy
- [Big bobsled](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/big-bobsled) - Detailed guide on making a bobsled and mini-toboggan yourself. Drawings, materials and assembly technology for steerable sleds for winter sports. Complete tutorial.
- [Meet “Tulpar”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/meet-tulpar) - Complete guide to building the Tulpar electric scooter for educational purposes. Technical specifications, drawings, and construction details from young technicians.
- [THE GARDENER’S STOVE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/the-gardeners-stove) - In rural estate-type houses, and even in simple country cottages, of which there are countless numbers today, it's unlikely to get by without some kind of stove — Russian, Dutch, or a simple "burzhuyka" — even if "we have gas in our apartment." It's just that "blue fuel" is still far from available everywhere and
- [MILL THAT PLOWS](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/mill-that-plows) - Every year, while digging the soil with my family on the backyard plot where a tractor simply had no room to turn around, I thought: "I need a motoblock-cultivator." Of course, I could, by denying myself something else, buy such a mechanism. But, thinking that it would be used only a few days a year,
- [LIGHTING CONTROLLED BY AUTOMATIC SWITCH](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/devices-helpers/lighting-controlled-by-automatic-switch) - When lighting fixtures and electricity were cheap, the question of a thrifty approach to choosing lighting for stairwells was not seriously considered by anyone. But life has taught everyone to count every penny, so there's no need to convince anyone about the advisability of using an automatic stairwell and corridor lighting switch (ASCLS). The question
- [TIME TO UPDATE THE WINDOWS](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/time-to-update-the-windows) - In city apartments, country houses, and garden cottages, wooden window frames periodically require refurbishment and painting, and glass needs sealing or replacement if cracked or broken. All of this can be easily done on your own by following the suggested recommendations (based on materials from foreign publications). If the paint on a window has peeled
- [ALL-TERRAIN COMBI VEHICLE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/all-terrain-combi-vehicle) - Unfortunately, it's not very often that the pages of the magazine feature descriptions of homemade constructions that surpass the current level of serial Russian, let alone Western technology. And this is understandable: after all, such amateur machines are usually made in a shed or garage, where the entire machine park consists of an electric drill
- [ELECTRIC SLICER](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/electric-slicer) - A tasty and healthy product—sauerkraut. Practical housewives prepare it in autumn both in rural areas and in the city. And the most labor-intensive operation here is shredding the heads. For this, both sharp long knives and special shredders are used. But no manual one can compare in convenience and productivity with an electric one, which
- [PLUG ALARM](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/himself-an-electrician/plug-alarm) - I've been familiar with the "Modelist-Konstruktor" magazine for more than a year now. Mainly as an avid reader and somewhat less as a DIY enthusiast, trying to implement in practice some of the promoted ideas and original technical solutions in the conditions of a simple home workshop. Now I'm offering one of my own developments.
- [MOBILE SERVING CART](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/mobile-serving-cart) - In everyday life, the kitchen typically serves as both a kitchen and a dining room: breakfast and dinner are eaten here, children are fed here, because everything is at hand. But sitting down at the table with a large family or numerous guests is preferable in a spacious room. This means dishes need to be
- [Building a dinghy](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/building-a-dinghy) - Complete DIY guide to building the Eureka recreational-tourist dinghy sailboat. Detailed instructions with drawings, schematics, and tips for beginner sailors.
- [BICYCLE “UPSIDE DOWN”? VELOMOBILE!](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/bicycle-upside-down-velomobile) - In "Modelist-Konstruktor" magazine No. 4'2003, there was a good publication about interesting developments by members of the Tambov velomobile club: various models to suit any taste with comfortable soft seats, efficient muscle-powered drives, and stable three-wheeled chassis. Among these original homemade vehicles, one model stands out as fundamentally new in the velomobile world, since it,
- [CHOOSING A GRAIN MILL](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/choosing-a-grain-mill) - Having a solid, high-performance grain crusher on a farm or personal homestead is not a whim, but rather a necessity. This is especially true when considering the high cost of ready-made "store-bought" feed mixes and the frequent mismatch between their quality and what is advertised. However, which specific design from the existing variety of crushers
- [IN THE FRIDGE — 0°C!](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/in-the-fridge-0c) - The journal "Modelist-Konstruktor" has more than once published materials about homemade "refrigerators," where natural cold is used for storing food, of which there is more than enough in the middle latitudes of our country, not to mention its north. In all these devices, when the frost is too severe, the optimal temperature is maintained by
- [WINCH: PLOWMAN, ROOT PULLER, AND… MINER](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/winch-plowman-root-puller-and-miner) - «Hitch... a winch» — under this headline, material about my developed electric plowing system was published in "Modelist-Konstruktor" No. 8, 1995. A far from minor role in it is assigned to the towed plow, the design of which is proposed to be made as lightweight as possible (to reduce fatigue when carrying it to the
- [“WIND” FROM A CANISTER](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/wind-from-a-canister) - Nowadays, you can buy any tool, any mechanism. However, all of this costs a considerable amount of money. For the maintenance needs of the technical school where I teach, a compressor was needed. But the price range for compressors of Chinese manufacture (far from the best quality) started at eight thousand rubles and increased depending
- [MONOSKI](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/monoski) - Water skiing appeared relatively recently in our country and immediately gained numerous enthusiasts. A skier racing across the water surface always draws a large crowd of spectators on the shore. Watching how effortlessly and gracefully they perform dizzying turns, everyone involuntarily feels the desire to be in their place, if only for a moment. But
- [A TARP WILL HELP OUT](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/a-tarp-will-help-out) - Our dacha plots are small. And when every square meter counts, allocating space for garages and utility buildings is no easy task. Tent structures can be a quite acceptable solution. Especially when considering the time, and even more so—material costs. For assembling the frame of practically any of the three tent variants that have become
- [Garden sofa](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/garden-sofa) - Learn how to build an ergonomic wooden garden sofa yourself from leftover pine timber. Detailed instructions with drawings and step-by-step assembly guide for the structure.
- [SMOKE, LITTLE AND BIG FISH!](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/smoke-little-and-big-fish) - As is known, food products are smoked in the smoke from burning hardwood. The smoke generator is usually placed at some distance from the cold smoking chamber and connected to it by a flue, so that most solid particles, tar, and a number of other substances formed during combustion and considered carcinogenic do not reach
- [AROUND THE HOUSE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/around-the-house) - Not everyone is up to building a house or a large outbuilding, even if they have the desire. Some lack experience, others lack time. But some work can still be done yourself, while saving quite significant money. For example, installing a foundation plinth (otmostka) around the house. I ordered my country timber house from a
- [AND THE FUEL WON’T FREEZE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/auto-moto-service/and-the-fuel-wont-freeze) - In winter, diesel fuel causes considerable trouble for farmers, as well as other owners of automotive and tractor equipment. At low temperatures, it becomes thick, and the paraffin contained in it crystallizes. This threatens rapid filter clogging and cessation of fuel supply from the tank. As a result, starting diesel engines and operating machines sometimes
- [SCREEN AS A GAZEBO AND MORE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/screen-as-a-gazebo-and-more) - A stationary gazebo on a dacha or garden plot is a great convenience: under its roof, both in the heat and in bad weather, it's nice to sit in the fresh air, rest from daily chores, and have tea by the samovar. However, there isn't always room for such a permanent structure; and its immobility
- [QUIET “LITTLE ONE”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/quiet-little-one) - Most amateur constructors are constrained not only in space (usually they have only a small corner in their apartment for pursuing their favorite hobby), but also in time (they can dedicate themselves to this only late in the evening or early in the morning, when all household members are asleep). Some work can be done
- [Modernizing the plow and harrow](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/modernizing-the-plow-and-harrow) - Learn how to modify a plow with an additional share and upgrade a harrow with cultivator discs. Improve soil quality and reduce draft resistance by 30-40%.
- [BICYCLE UNDER LOCK](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/bicycle-under-lock) - A small piece of steel cable, sheathed in a tubular plastic cover, enters a metal cylinder smaller than a hockey puck at its ends. This is a bicycle lock designed to prevent theft. It allows you to secure the bicycle to a post or something else, and in the absence of anything suitable—to lock the
- [A WHEELBARROW WITH INCREASED LOAD CAPACITY AND MANEUVERABILITY](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/a-wheelbarrow-with-increased-load-capacity-and-maneuverability) - A gardener, vegetable grower, or builder cannot easily do without such a vehicle as a wheelbarrow. When moving a wide variety of loads, it significantly lightens hard work—saves strength, time, and possibly health when transport volumes are substantial. Construction material markets and hardware stores sell wheelbarrows of various designs. But at prices incomparable to their
- [Pendulum saw](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/saw-pendulum) - Learn how to build a pendulum saw for your home workshop. Detailed instructions with drawings and technical specifications. Safety and operation guide.
- [A TIN CAN WILL HEAT YOU](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/himself-an-electrician/a-tin-can-will-heat-you) - A mini-electro-calorifier (MEC) type heater is unlikely to surprise anyone these days. These compact and quite convenient household appliances can be purchased to suit any taste. However, it's not at all necessary to spend money on industrial products, let alone imported ones. I, for example, have long been using a homemade MEC that, by unanimous
- [INSTEAD OF POSTS — BRACES](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/instead-of-posts-braces) - The times when caring for people's health in our country was a state matter are long gone. The quality of free medical care now depends only on the doctor's conscientiousness, while paid care depends on the amount you can "fork over," and even that's not always the case. Therefore, I advise taking care of your
- [Scooter or city bike?](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/scooter-or-city-bike) - Learn how to convert an old moped into a modern city-bike yourself. Detailed DIY instructions with drawings and schematics from Modelist-Konstruktor magazine.
- [SAUNA ON A GARDEN PLOT](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/sauna-on-a-garden-plot) - Detailed guide for building a compact sauna-bathhouse on a garden plot. Project design, materials, stove construction, water heating system, and solar heating.
- [DIGS WITHOUT LOSSES](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/digs-without-losses) - The structure I'm going to talk about could be called a potato harvester, as it consists of several relatively independent units. The potato digger is designed primarily for coupling with the mini-tractor "Osorinets", described in "Modelist-Konstruktor" No. 12, 1996. But since it has an autonomous engine, it can work in tandem with any tractor regardless
- [SPICE CAROUSEL](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/spice-carousel) - Learn how to build a rotating spice shelf yourself. Detailed DIY guide with construction details, assembly instructions, and finishing tips for kitchen organization.
- [MOTORCYCLE OF THE WATERWAYS](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/motorcycle-of-the-waterways) - Step-by-step guide to building a hydrocycle (water motorcycle) yourself. Detailed drawings, materials list, and technical specifications for constructing a DIY watercraft at home.
- [REPAIRING A DRILL](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/repairing-a-drill) - Sometimes even a reliable electric drill fails. As statistics show, failures occur not so much in its mechanical part as in the electrical part. But while there are many published tips on restoring the power cord, replacing worn brushes, a faulty switch, or fixing other simple malfunctions of household appliances, including on the pages of
- [GARDEN AND VEGETABLE PLOT “TRINKETS”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/garden-and-vegetable-plot-trinkets) - Motor cultivators, mini-tractors, potato harvesters... For economically strong farms and homesteads, such equipment has long ceased to be a novelty. The lot of the less fortunate, it seems, remains only hope in oneself, in one's ability to create solid mechanical helpers almost from "scrap," and on extremely simple, yet reliable agricultural tools—a "gift from deep
- [TOMATO HARVESTER](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/tomato-harvester) - Learn how to make a homemade manual juicer for tomatoes. Simple and efficient design with drum and scraper knives. Detailed instructions with drawings and parts description. Get a bucket of tomato juice in 30-40 minutes.
- [MOTOBLOCK — NOTHING EXTRA](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/motoblock-nothing-extra) - A story about all the machines and mechanisms created by amateur constructor Vasily Alekseevich SVERBIL from the village of Zelenchukskaya in the Karachay-Cherkess Republic cannot fit into one publication. It's better to tell about them one by one. And we'll start, perhaps, with the simplest thing the craftsman built—the "Elektronik" walk-behind tractor. They say that
- [TO REPLACE THE SHOVEL](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/to-replace-the-shovel) - From the depths of centuries, the shovel has reached us, to which V. Dal, the creator of the Explanatory Dictionary of the Living Great Russian Language, gave an amazingly apt definition: "a blade tool for digging and scooping loose materials." This hand tool is well-known to owners of dachas and garden plots, not to mention
- [READY FOR GUESTS TO COME](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/ready-for-guests-to-come) - In small families, the kitchen is most often used for meals: it's quick and convenient—everything is at hand. But most kitchens are cramped—you can't fit a normal "family" table, say 900x900 mm, there. It would seem that the solution is to use a folding (for mealtime) design. However, transforming such a table from small to
- [MOTORBOAT “MIRAGE”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/motorboat-mirage) - In my time, I had the opportunity to build and test many motorboats. The first to hit the water was the motorboat "Zvezdochka", whose drawings were published in the October 1966 issue of the "Modelist-Konstruktor" magazine. It is known that in rural areas, DIY enthusiasts are not spoiled by the wide range of construction materials
- [CUTTING TRIPLEX](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/cutting-triplex) - I'm sure many amateur car builders face the problem of glazing the body when building their vehicle. Most of them solve this by "tying" themselves to the sizes and shapes of automotive glass used on production models. I, however, took the risk of equipping my "jeep" with triplex-type glass, cut to the required dimensions myself.
- [MY HOME IS MY CASTLE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/my-home-is-my-castle-3) - Regular subscribers know that our publication pays considerable attention to individual construction. By regularly publishing various house projects and thus communicating with reader-builders, we have found that many novice builder-cottagers have a poor understanding of the house construction process itself. Finnish builder and teacher Renti Jormalainen tells about the initial stage of building a home.
- [THE FIRST SNOWMOBILE, BUT A SUCCESSFUL ONE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/the-first-snowmobile-but-a-successful-one) - The author of this material is a schoolboy from a distant Siberian city. When the editorial office received his letter describing the ski-track snowmobile he had built, he was 15 years old and studying in the tenth grade of secondary school. Now Yevgeny has grown older, more experienced, and would probably design some components of
- [PIPE WITH A WEATHER VANE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/pipe-with-a-weather-vane) - Learn how to make a flue cap (weather vane) for your stove pipe yourself. An effective solution for poor chimney draft without using electricity. Detailed instructions with drawings and installation diagrams.
- [FOR MUSHROOMS — INTO THE HALLWAY](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/for-mushrooms-into-the-hallway) - It's nice to try fresh mushrooms in the cold January. You'll be able to pick them at any time of year if you build a mushroom growing cabinet. Externally, it's a two-door cabinet measuring 2290X2130X1035 mm, which can be installed, say, in a large hallway. The cabinet is constructed like a thermostat — with walls
- [“SLAVUTYCH‑M1”: WING PLUS ENGINE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/aviation/slavutych-m1-wing-plus-engine) - "In recent times, hang gliders have become popular — unique successors to gliders. Hang gliders quickly won the love of our youth, and with it, the right to exist. Naturally, there is a desire to install a small boat or motorcycle engine on a hang glider to fly not only in updrafts..." This statement belongs
- [SMALL BUT VERSATILE!](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/small-but-versatile) - A woodworking machine in a personal household will never be in the way, and when building or setting up a house or dacha, it is simply necessary. However, not everyone has the opportunity to purchase one. Moreover, the machines available for sale don't suit everyone in everything: either the dimensions are too large, or the
- [A PASSENGER CAR IN THE PLOWLAND](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/a-passenger-car-in-the-plowland) - Car enthusiasts who have dachas or homestead plots take up shovels in spring just as enthusiastically as the carless part of humanity. Meanwhile, they could quite avoid such unproductive expenditure of their own physical effort by shifting a significant portion of it onto their car. Any passenger car can become an excellent plowman—you just need
- [LET THE WIND WORK](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/let-the-wind-work) - Wind has always been considered a symbol of inconstancy, and attempts to convert its energy into electrical energy most often led to results that were not very encouraging. Indeed, everyone expects stability from a source of electrical energy: flip a switch — and the light bulb lights up. But wind, alas, is changeable. However, it
- [SNOW GO-KART](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/snow-go-kart) - It's easiest to say: "When I grow up, I'll get behind the wheel of a car, take a plane into the sky, build what I dreamed of..." But it turns out that many dreams can come true even at the age of fifteen, if you don't sit idle, but boldly take on their realization. We
- [AN ERGONOMIC HANDLE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/an-ergonomic-handle) - Active work with rakes, hoes, shovels, snow scrapers, and all other garden tools with handles of uniform diameter throughout their length is associated with excessive strain on the fingers. In youth, one doesn't pay attention to such trifles, but with age, the number of rest breaks somehow increases... To reduce hand strain, I attached handle-like
- [NO GASOLINE NEEDED](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/no-gasoline-needed) - Most of the vehicles I built were based on mass-produced noisy and "fuel-guzzling" motorcycle or bicycle internal combustion engines. This was convenient on one hand, but very troublesome on the other, as the quality of the engines rarely satisfied and I had to spend a lot of effort, and most importantly, time on their refinement
- [“FIFTEEN PUZZLE” ON THE WATER](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tips-readers/fifteen-puzzle-on-the-water) - Water motorcycles, or scooters, are very popular among water motor sports enthusiasts and athletes. This type of transport has expanded the range of watercraft, contributes to the development of tourism and promotes active recreation, allows you to better explore your region on weekend trips... But what if there is only a small pond or stream
- [A ROTOR SAIL ON A CATAMARAN](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/a-rotor-sail-on-a-catamaran) - I would like to tell the readers of the magazine about a catamaran whose movement was achieved using the Magnus effect. The Magnus effect consists in the fact that when a rotating body is flowed around by an air stream, a force is formed that is perpendicular to the direction of the stream. When a
- [SHOWER PANEL](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/shower-panel) - I have been subscribing to your magazine for many years. It is a real helper for those who do something with their own hands. We live in the south of Ukraine, where such building material as wood is in short supply. Many of my neighbor gardeners have started building utility structures from cement panels of
- [TRAILER “COMPROMISE”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/trailer-compromise) - As the vacation period approaches, many auto tourists (especially families) begin to think about where and how they will rest on the road: living in a campground or on wheels, equipping the car with devices for overnight stays, or simply in a tent. There are other, so to speak, accompanying problems. For example, supplies of
- [HOMESTEAD LITTLE TRUCK](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/homestead-little-truck) - I am a long-time reader and regular subscriber to the magazine "Modelist-Konstruktor". Over almost forty years, I have not only familiarized myself with machines and mechanisms of amateur designers, but also created my own. Therefore, I can count myself among the cohort of experienced "DIYers". I mainly built agricultural and transport equipment (from walk-behind tractors
- [BATH TUB PANEL](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/bath-tub-panel) - No matter how beautifully the walls and floor of the bathroom are decorated - the overall pleasant picture is disrupted by the gaping space under the bathtub itself, which is usually installed on legs and is not covered by anything. It is no coincidence that the industry has recently started supplying a special panel device
- [FISHERMAN’S “AEROCRAFT”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/fishermans-aerocraft) - At the time I decided to build an aerosled, I didn't plan any particularly original design solutions for it — the machine was needed as a regular winter vehicle. However, when I selected the necessary units, materials, and got down to work, ideas for various design solutions for some components began to emerge. I even
- [SAW-PLANER MACHINE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/saw-planer-machine) - When my family moved to a far from new estate house with a land plot, I faced the problem of its thorough renovation and construction of outbuildings. It was clear that such work could not be handled with hand tools alone. Therefore, I decided that before starting construction, along with a concrete mixer, I would
- [SIEVE… FROM THE SUN](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/sieve-from-the-sun) - The sun is always a welcome guest. Both in the city and especially when going out for country recreation. But sometimes you want to get away from guests too. From the sun as well, when there's too much of it, on an exhaustingly hot summer day. We seek saving shade, a secluded corner somewhere under
- [MULTI-TIER TOOLBOX](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/multi-tier-toolbox) - The most common version of a tool box for both professionals and hobbyists is usually just a wooden box with a carrying handle. Accordingly, its contents typically lie, as they say, in a heap: tools, fasteners, devices — all mixed together. Attempts to make compartments or insert additional boxes don't help: it's still inconvenient to
- [ON TRACKS](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/on-tracks) - This tracked snowmobile is somewhat familiar to our readers. Its photograph was published in No. 3'99 of our magazine under the heading "Photo Panorama from Readers' Letters." It was made by Valery Aleksandrovich Bogdanovsky from the village of Tabory, Sverdlovsk Region — a senior coach of a children's and youth physical training club, an enthusiastic
- [VEGETABLE “KINDERGARTEN”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/vegetable-kindergarten) - Very often spring in Siberia turns out to be prolonged and cold. That's why most gardeners are in no hurry to plant seedlings of the most common vegetable crops—cucumbers and tomatoes—in open ground even at the end of May, because, according to long-term observations, frosts can return as late as June 10. However, you can't
- [SAUNA UNDER… A BLANKET](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/sauna-under-a-blanket) - Everyone knows the wonderful properties of a steam bath. It helps healthy people maintain vitality, harden themselves, avoid illness, and excellently restore the body after nervous and physical stress. During the bath procedure, a person, along with sweat, is freed from toxins and salts, which is why doctors recommend sweating daily—from physical exertion or from
- [YOUR HELPER IN THE GARDEN](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/your-helper-in-the-garden) - Viktor Dmitrievich Berezhnoy is a native of Valday. By his main profession, he is a highly qualified welder. However, in the district center it's difficult to find well-paid work. He had to be both a tailor and a reaper. The only constant was Berezhnoy's passion for technical creativity. It was this that helped him out
- [UPHILL WITH A BREEZE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/uphill-with-a-breeze) - It's not often that you'll encounter homemade snowmobile equipment for children on winter paths and hills. Mostly, these are well-known industrial designs like "Chuk and Gek". Some have low-power internal combustion engines installed. Despite all their obvious advantages, they also have disadvantages. However, avoiding discussions about the "pros" and "cons", let's get acquainted with an
- [THE BEST HEATER FOR A SAUNA](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/himself-an-electrician/the-best-heater-for-a-sauna) - While equipping my bathroom as a sauna (see "Modelist-Konstruktor" No. 10, 1997), I decided to make a powerful (3 — 3.5 kW) and reliable heater myself. The most acceptable option seemed to me to be an electric heater in a tin bucket with an asbestos-cement terminal block and brass studs, covered with a hinged metal
- [COUNTRY-STYLE AND QUITE SUCCESSFUL](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/country-style-and-quite-successful) - The designer of this small truck — Yevgeny Nikitovich Yevsikov is already known to our readers from the publication «Plows, carries and even saws» (see «Modelist-Konstruktor» No. 5, 2002). The article was about a small tractor he built. Now we present another of his machines — a mini-truck. Yevgeny Nikitovich is a leading designer with
- [TRIMMING SHRUBS WITH A DRILL](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/trimming-shrubs-with-a-drill) - To trim and shape one or two bushes in your front garden, to shorten a rapidly grown whip that appeared out of nowhere right in front of the window during the summer, you can use ordinary garden shears. As they say, snip — and it's gone. Well, what if the volume of "hairdressing" work is
- [FLOATS ON… A FOLDING COT](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/floats-on-a-folding-cot) - It is well known that fishing from a boat is better than from shore—usually such fishing is much more successful. But a boat, even a rubber one, is far from available to every adult fishing enthusiast. And where can one get such a watercraft, for example, for a young angler? Even finding a large inner
- [ELECTRONIC “MATCH”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/himself-an-electrician/electronic-match-2) - They say you can't save much on matches, and yet... A simple and practical electronic "match," the description of which we offer to readers' attention, will free you from the need to constantly monitor that matchboxes don't remain empty. The "match" works as follows. The electrical energy accumulated by capacitor C1 (see the schematic diagram)
- [THE FISHERMAN’S “MINI-SEINER”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/radio-model/the-fishermans-mini-seiner) - What lengths fishermen won't go to for good luck. Once my friend — an avid angler — complained that often the catch turns out meager simply because there's no way to cast a bottom fishing rod to the spot where, presumably, the fish should be: either bushes are in the way, or there's not enough
- [LAMPS WILL LAST LONGER](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/himself-an-electrician/lamps-will-last-longer) - It's no secret that halogen lamps used in automobiles often fail. This happens as a result of a current surge that inevitably occurs every time they are switched on, when the filament coil is still in an unheated (cold) state. For example, a "halogen" fog lamp is designed to operate in normal mode with a
- [“COMPACT-800” — Engine for UAV](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/aviation/compact-800-engine-for-uav) - Numerous gatherings of amateur aircraft designers brought together hundreds of small aviation enthusiasts, and this clearly showed that interest in designing amateur aircraft is enormous. However, in many cases, an insoluble problem for ultralight aircraft enthusiasts is the engine problem — powerful, light, compact, and economical. I believe that if industry produced such engines, small
- [DUTCH-STYLE POTATOES](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/dutch-style-potatoes) - The experience of potato growers shows: Dutch technology for growing root crops is the most effective, with minimal labor costs. The rows are clean and even, and the harvest is excellent. The foundation of everything is properly organized planting and, naturally, good equipment. I offer readers a brief account of the technology itself, as well
- [TWO CYLINDERS FOR FOUR WHEELS](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/two-cylinders-for-four-wheels) - To build a simple, unpretentious, and reliable car, I was, one might say, forced by circumstances. Back in the memorable times of general shortages, I bought a well-worn "Zaporozhets" that spent more time in repair than on the road, waiting for me to find the necessary spare parts. After several years of such torment, I
- [“HOMESTEAD”… CIRCULAR SAW](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/homestead-circular-saw) - In a homestead-type house with a subsidiary farm and several auxiliary buildings, a wood-cutting machine, called a circular saw among craftsmen, is simply necessary for their maintenance and repair. I have such a machine too, also homemade, like most of my "homestead" equipment. I made it with the calculation that it could perform carpentry and
- [ACROSS SWAMP AND SNOW](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/across-swamp-and-snow) - All-terrain vehicles on ultra-low pressure pneumatic tires are becoming increasingly comfortable. If a decade ago enthusiasts of all-terrain vehicles created mainly three-, four-, and six-wheeled vehicles devoid of even a hint of a cabin, today amateur designers send to the editorial office photographs of all-terrain vehicles they have built with comfortable and warm cabins designed
- [IT WILL LIFT AND LOAD](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/it-will-lift-and-load) - There's no end to the chores on a farmstead. Some involve lifting, loading, or moving heavy objects. But when you only have two hands, such tasks can sometimes become an insurmountable problem. However, if the farm has a tractor, which is not uncommon today, heavy lifting can be "entrusted" to it by using the hydraulic
- [ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLE WITH ENHANCED… COMFORT](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/all-terrain-vehicle-with-enhanced-comfort) - For residents of the Urals, Siberia, the North, and the Far East (that is, most of the country's territory), the need for a vehicle like an all-terrain vehicle is simply a vital necessity. There are many reasons for this: good roads are few, the terrain is rugged, in winter almost half a year there is
- [TURN ON… THE WINDOW VENT](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/turn-on-the-window-vent) - On a hot summer day, when the scorching air stands still in the absence of a breeze, neither an open transom nor even a wide-open window brings the desired coolness. It's good when there's a built-in window fan. Well, for those who don't have one, I offer a way to quickly install a removable fan
- [CAN SAW, GRIND, AND CUT](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/can-saw-grind-and-cut) - A sharp and properly sharpened tool has always been an indicator of its owner's professionalism. However, the master's ability to bring their production tools into working condition is no less important. But quality tool sharpening with a simple whetstone or electric grinder is not only time-consuming but also difficult. They are being replaced by more
- [“PAPAKHA” FOR THE WELL](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/papakha-for-the-well) - A well still has no less significance today than before, especially given the popularity of dacha and cottage construction. No tap water, even passed through modern filters, can compare to well water. Given its usefulness, a well deserves that its visible part not only performs protective functions but also serves as decoration, as a decorative
- [DUMP CART](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/dump-cart) - To make this light and convenient cart — an indispensable helper for gardeners and farmers — you will only need what can be found in any dacha or farm. But it will serve on any auxiliary work: move delivered cargo to the right place, bring planting material, go for water with canisters. Thanks to bicycle
- [OIL FOR TWO-STROKE ENGINE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/auto-moto-service/oil-for-two-stroke-engine) - My article on the so-called separate lubrication system for a two-stroke engine was published in "Modelist-Konstruktor" No. 7, 1991. However, I still receive letters from readers interested in additional information about the equipment for it. As the mail analysis showed, practically everyone experiences difficulties when manufacturing parts of the metering device—turned fittings, needle, etc. I
- [TWO-TIER BEDSIDE TABLE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/two-tier-bedside-table) - A bedside table for bedding usually consists of a narrow box with a lid or a folding flap covering half of the front panel. The bedside table option proposed by the Hungarian magazine "Észermester" also looks almost no different externally. However, upon closer inspection, we'll see that not only the upper half of the front
- [FLOATING WITH A CAR](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/floating-with-a-car) - It's good to live on the bank of a wide, full-flowing river! True, this convenient transport artery often becomes an annoying obstacle to communication between settlements. A motorist sometimes has to travel several hours to reach the desired city or village on the other side of the river. You can, of course, use a boat
- [DIDN’T INVENT THE WHEEL, BUT MADE IT](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/didnt-invent-the-wheel-but-made-it) - Whatever you say, the main and most accessible all-season propulsion system for homemade all-terrain vehicles remains the pneumatic tire — a wheel with low-pressure tires. But for many amateur designers, making wheels for pneumatic vehicles presents certain difficulties. It's not easy to even decide on their design. Traditional wheels — two rims with beds between
- [An Electric Cart for My Grandson](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/an-electric-cart-for-my-grandson) - When my grandson Grisha started growing up and stopped paying attention to his previously favorite rattle toys, the family began to notice that he started showing interest in various tools and even mechanisms. Then I decided to make him a small electric car-quad bike that could be ridden outside in good weather, and in bad
- [THE FARMER’S ASSISTANT](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/the-farmers-assistant) - The compact universal self-propelled machine MUSM-1 — that's what the young craftsmen from the modeling and construction club of agricultural machines at Novokulinskaya Secondary School in Dagestan named their design. With the help of various attachments, it performs plowing, cultivation, sowing, harrowing; mows hay and collects dried grass into windrows and haystacks; transports various loads
- [ELECTRIC ROTARY CUTTER IN THE FURROW](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/electric-rotary-cutter-in-the-furrow) - The electric tiller is designed for processing soil in garden and vegetable plots, and for hilling potatoes. Given the particularly harsh operating conditions—long continuous operation (up to 4 hours), constant overload, dirt—preference was given to a heavier and oversized three-phase motor of industrial, enclosed design, over a commutator, direct current motor. The three-phase asynchronous motor
- [COMPRESSOR FROM A REFRIGERATOR](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/compressor-from-a-refrigerator) - The advantage of a paint sprayer is well known: it provides quality coverage. Moreover, achieving smooth transitions from one color or tone to another can only be done by spraying. And for this, you need to have a compressor in your home workshop. It won't sit idle after apartment renovations either, and will come in
- [BIOGAS ON THE FARM](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/biogas-on-the-farm) - «Dear editorial board! While reviewing back issues of 'Modelist-Konstruktor' from previous years, I became interested in materials about biogas published in issues No. 1'87, 5'88, 4'96 of the magazine. However, I didn't dare to implement any of the proposed ideas on my farm. But I recently heard from neighbors that in Lithuania, some farmer got
- [TRACK AROUND THE ENGINE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/track-around-the-engine) - Many have probably heard of an interesting winter sport — skijoring, in which skiers compete while being towed by a motorcycle. In northern countries, a similar sport is cultivated — towing a skier by a horse. The vehicle we want to introduce you to will allow you to fully experience the delights of high-speed skiing
- [FOLDING, WALL-MOUNTED](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/folding-wall-mounted) - In garden and dacha benches, the seats suffer most from atmospheric exposure: snow caps accumulate on their horizontal surface, which become soggy during thaws, and rain also has its destructive effect. Painting with oil paints certainly helps, but doesn't save them. However, there is a way to make the seat as durable as the backrest.
- [Office Screen](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/office-screen) - If there is no separate children's room in the apartment, organizing a workspace for a schoolchild is not so simple, and even more so if there are two students in the family. However, even here the design ingenuity of home craftsmen suggests a solution. Here is what solution to the problem is offered, for example,
- [INVISIBLE WATCHMAN](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/devices-helpers/invisible-watchman) - If a radio amateur's inventory is burdened by a low-power portable radio station (or a set of two stations) designed for communication in the civilian range of 26.9 — 27.2 MHz, I propose a way to make good use of them. Often, a radio amateur is simultaneously a car owner and a dacha owner, who,
- [UNIVERSAL MACHINE TOOL](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/universal-machine-tool) - Versatility is the main advantage of the multi-operation woodworking machine I developed. It can handle turning work, planing, material sawing, drilling and milling, and tenoning operations. Finally, you can sharpen tools on it or turn it into a woodworking bench. Lathe. It is the foundation of the "universal" machine and consists of a cabinet, bed,
- [MOWING VACUUM](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/mowing-vacuum) - Good for the classics! They go beyond the outskirts, to protected places — boundless expanses, tall grasses, fresh breeze. Everything sets a poetic mood. And so it's born: "Mow, scythe, while the dew...", "Spread out, shoulder, swing, arm..." But the ordinary modern "urbanized" villager (and the city dweller — owner of a small plot of
- [MICRO MOTORCAR](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/micro-motorcar) - I discovered the sketch of a small motorcar-truck, which this article is about, in an old folder during a major cleanup and reorganization in my garage archive. It brought back memories of those times when enthusiasm for technical creativity—building homemade machines, boats, aircraft, and various other constructions—was, one might say, widespread. I also developed a
- [NOT WITH A LEVER, BUT WITH A SWITCH](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/not-with-a-lever-but-with-a-switch) - Many owners have to start developing their garden, vegetable garden, or dacha plot by ensuring it has water. I began with solving this problem as well. The water on the plot lay relatively close to the surface — at a depth of about 4.5 m. A shaft well could have been dug. But water consumption
- [Power Management Center in the Garage](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/power-management-center-in-the-garage) - The proposed development has, of course, nothing to do with space. In this case, PMC (Control Center) is a control center for only the power supply of electrical equipment, not for flights into the Universe. Constructively executed as a compact electrical panel, it contains the most essential automatic blocks for a garage. Here are the
- [ELECTRIC BOILERS FOR A PRIVATE HOUSE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/electric-boilers-for-a-private-house) - The house is built. Electricity is connected. Winter is coming... I suggest making a water heating system using an automatic tubular electric heater (TEN) "Ariston". Reliability and automatic regulation of maximum heating are big advantages of this company's "tens". The simplest option is a boiler with a single-phase heater, similar to a piece of pipe.
- [THE ‘MOLE’ TO THE RESCUE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/the-mole-to-the-rescue) - Aviation mechanic M.A. Masterov is one of that remarkable group of amateur designers that the Udmurt land has always been proud of. His achievements include such serious works as delta- and motorized deltaplanes, an aircraft of his own design and a restored Yak-18T, various machine tools, and much more. Today, all the craftsman's efforts are
- [Roller Scooter](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/roller-scooter) - It seems incredible that the chrome-plated roller bike, one of the numerous exhibits at the Central Exhibition NTTM-82, was made by teenagers — it has a very "factory-made" appearance. And yet it was made by members of the Tashkent City Station of Young Technicians Abdukhamid Dekhkambayev and Khasan Nurmatov. They were supervised by designer-constructor V.
- [“HOME DRILLING RIG”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/home-drilling-rig) - Having a plot of land for a vegetable garden in our climate zone, regular watering is necessary to get a good harvest. But in the absence of your own water well or a well, at the established water rates, watering from the public water supply is quite expensive. After all, you have to water almost
- [Ski Plus Pneumatic Tire](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/ski-plus-pneumatic-tire) - Whatever amateur designers may attempt, no better running gear for snowmobiles has yet been invented than the repeatedly tested combination of "ski plus pneumatic tire." I became convinced of this after building and testing three variants of snowmobiles of my own design in sequence. The first machine had two skis in front and one wheel
- [A LADDER MADE OF… KNOTS](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/a-ladder-made-of-knots) - Both during construction and during further operation or repair of an individual or country house, a special ladder is needed for work on the roof, preferably wooden, with an L-shaped end at the top so it can be hooked over the roof ridge. Often it remains there unused until the next time, due to the
- [Yes! The warm water is coming!](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/yes-the-warm-water-is-coming) - Having a stove in a garden house (coal or wood-fired), it's quite possible to provide hot water for the kitchen sink and even a shower. You'll need a water heater - a device that allows you to use the heat of hot gases exiting through the stove's chimney. Design and operating principle. The water heater
- [THE “PONY” PLOWS AND HAULS](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/the-pony-plows-and-hauls) - I set myself the goal of making a nimble, reliable, and compact walk-behind tractor. So that this mechanical assistant would work in the garden, plow the vegetable garden, cut beds, plant potatoes in the home field, weed seedlings, and harvest... And most importantly, so that I could operate this equipment while sitting in a comfortable
- [FOLDING… MOPED](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/folding-moped) - More than once I tried to build a simple, convenient, and compact micro-motorcycle. However, after building and testing several such machines with a D6 engine, shortcomings emerged that were stereotypically repeated in all of them: uncomfortable riding position (especially for tall riders), lack of auxiliary pedal drive, the need to start, as they say, "by
- [DRILL WITH “SELF-SERVICE”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/drill-with-self-service) - What home craftsman can do without an electric drill? With a set of simple attachments, it can perform a wide variety of material processing operations. But most often, the drill is, of course, used for its intended purpose—drilling holes. How well and quickly you can do this depends on proper tool sharpening. The grinding attachment
- [Mill in the yard](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/mill-in-the-yard) - Those who keep livestock and poultry in their household cannot do without grain supplies. Grain can be stored for a long time (I read in one of the magazines that an amphora with wheat was found in some pharaoh's tomb — the seeds were such that they could be sown). But to use grain as
- [Folding fitting](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/folding-fitting) - It is designed for a relaxation corner on a country plot, by the wall of a house on the sunny or, conversely, shady side—wherever one prefers. This set includes a table and two benches, and what's unusual about it is that all these items can be easily lifted and fixed to the wall as a
- [With a scooter engine](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/with-a-scooter-engine) - The walk-behind tractor was built by members of the "Young Technician" club of Vocational School No. 25 from the city of Kelmency, Chernivtsi region. With its help, they cultivate potato plots, mow grass, and transport cargo. The walk-behind tractor's layout is traditional: frame, engine, and two-wheeled running gear. As needed, the following are attached to
- ["ARBAT" - CITY CAR](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/arbat-city-car) - I started designing this car a long time ago - maybe ten, maybe fifteen years ago. But this does not mean at all that I stood at the drawing board for all ten to fifteen years. No, I just bit by bit, in the mass of what had already been created and worked out, I
- [“CUTTER” IN JUST A FEW MINUTES](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/cutter-in-just-a-few-minutes) - I made a root vegetable chopper, so necessary for providing home livestock with vitamin feed ("chopped feed"), based on a decommissioned ATD2—a disc fertilizer spreader that I managed to find among the collective farm scrap metal. Both the metal cylindrical hopper with a lid and lower band, and the working seeding organ itself (simply put,
- [Mini-Moped Made from a Bicycle](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/mini-moped-made-from-a-bicycle) - The age of the members of the "Planeta" young technicians station varies greatly: from elementary school students to graduates. And if high school students are more interested in serious equipment (motor blocks, snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles, etc.), then for younger ones, light motorcycles are most attractive, so they can start it themselves and ride with the
- [HYDRO CART “MUSTANG”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/hydro-cart-mustang) - It was named a hydrocart, although it looks more like a kind of water motorcycle. This sports micro-vessel was built at the Donetsk Regional Young Technicians’ Station in the “Small Shipbuilding” club. As the station director N. V. Vasiliev reported to the editorial office, the club is celebrating its fifteenth anniversary this year. At first,
- [MOPED IN THE HANDS OF A CRAFTSMAN](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/auto-moto-service/moped-in-the-hands-of-a-craftsman) - The owner of a light moped (or, according to modern classification — a mo-vel, that is, a motorized bicycle), equipped with a D-8 engine, eventually notices that their two-wheeled machine doesn't start easily enough, sometimes can't pull uphill or poorly overcomes off-road conditions. And starting the engine with bicycle pedals, on the go, is not
- [«JAWA» WITHOUT BATTERY](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/auto-moto-service/jawa-without-battery) - To convert the motorcycle to a batteryless setup I purchased: an AC generator 43.3701 (from Minsk or Voskhod motorcycles), two thyristor ignition modules KET-1, a BKS-261.3764 unit, an inductive pickup, plus 12 V lamps and a horn. You can also make a 12 V generator from two G427 units taken off older motorcycles: use one
- [Portable Power Station](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/devices-helpers/portable-power-station) - I propose a design for a gasoline-electric unit (GEU) "Firefly", designed for charging batteries, powering lighting lamps and other DC consumers at 12 V. I developed this unit three years ago at the request of my friend, an avid hunter and fisherman. Since then, "Firefly" has been serving reliably, lighting his taiga cabin and helping
- [THE HAMMOCK IS MADE LIKE THIS…](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/the-hammock-is-made-like-this) - It's nice to relax after working in the garden by settling comfortably in a hammock. Buying a ready-made hammock is no problem today, but a true craftsperson prefers to make everything with their own hands—especially when it doesn't take much effort. And making a hammock is really easy. You'll need a piece of any heavy
- [“POLAR WOLF” ON THE SNOW TRACK](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/polar-wolf-on-the-snow-track) - In recent years, DIY snowmobile designers have somehow forgotten about ski-and-track machines whose designs have been perfected by dozens of manufacturers across hundreds of models, and instead prefer simpler, more versatile all-terrain vehicles on low-pressure tires. Nevertheless, from time to time snowmobile enthusiasts design classic motor sleds as well, creating simple and functional machines. A
- [MOBILE CATAMARAN](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/mobile-catamaran) - For water tourism enthusiasts who live far from large bodies of water—rivers, lakes, and seas—setting out on a voyage means first getting both themselves and their craft to the “big water.” That is why the craft must be mobile by design: foldable or take-apart. I faced a challenging task: to build a capacious, reliable, stable—even
- [Overrunning Clutches Instead of a Differential](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/overrunning-clutches-instead-of-a-differential) - The need to have a nimble and reliable motorized assistant at my personal disposal I (like, probably, many others in a similar situation) felt with particular acuteness when I became the owner of a dacha plot. There wasn't enough strength and funds for a mini-tractor, so I decided to limit myself to a walk-behind tractor,
- [BUILDING A YACHT](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/building-a-yacht) - Despite the fact that industry produces many diverse small vessels (including yachts), the number of homemade boats built by amateurs grows year by year. They boldly experiment with various materials and use interesting technical solutions in their projects. The technology for building small vessels used today is the result of many years of experience. But
- [TWO-TIER BREAD BOX](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/two-tier-bread-box) - Despite the ever-growing variety of breadboxes offered by industry, they still rarely meet the main requirement—keeping bread fresh: inside them it either goes stale quickly or gets moldy. Wooden designs are far more reliable in this regard, and they are easy to make yourself. Here is one such breadbox, made from 12 mm plywood. It
- [THE FORAGER'S AND ANGLER'S AMPHIBIOUS VEHICLE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/the-foragers-and-anglers-amphibious-vehicle) - A FLOATING CAR with a moped engine was built by A. Natarov from Yaroslavl. I would like to introduce MK readers to the amphibious vehicle I assembled. I designed it to solve a number of problems and contradictions that arise in practice during design. There were quite a few, but it makes sense to highlight
- [“DOLPHIN” SETS SAIL](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/dolphin-sets-sail) - Everyone has their own dreams. Some dream of one thing, others of another, but Sergei Dmitrievich Rudenko, an employee of the city station of young technicians in Slutsk, Minsk Region, dreams of a children's technical park. And he not only cherishes this dream but also quietly fulfills it. His main helpers in this are children,
- [The cart changes its profession](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/the-cart-changes-its-profession) - A garden cart with a wide, spacious box and grids for extending the sides is convenient for a wide variety of garden and homestead work. However, everyone who works with soil primarily digs, plants, and sows. It turns out that the cart can easily be adapted to perform these functions: you can assemble a combine
- [It will go out, but not immediately](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/devices-helpers/it-will-go-out-but-not-immediately) - One of the inconveniences in the design of many cars is that the interior light immediately turns off when the doors are closed. There are, of course, special devices that delay switching off the lighting for 5–15 seconds, allowing the driver to check the dashboard, the controls, and insert the ignition key. However, such solutions
- [SENSITIVE METAL DETECTOR](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/devices-helpers/sensitive-metal-detector) - The metal detector I designed operates on the beat frequency principle, which arises from the difference in oscillations between the reference and the tunable oscillators (typically the 5th–10th harmonic, whichever is closest in frequency). This design allows the detector’s sensitivity to reach a level where it can detect, for example, a five-kopeck coin buried 10
- [Sauna at the Camp Stop](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/sauna-at-the-camp-stop) - I won’t go into detail about how fascinating (though not always easy) hiking can be. However, after a long, and sometimes multi-day trek, fatigue builds up in your muscles, along with sweat and dirt on your body. In hot weather, you can wash and relax in a river, lake, or stream. But in cool weather,
- [BOTH A PATHWAY AND DRAINAGE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/both-a-pathway-and-drainage) - Our magazine has already dedicated several articles to the topic of making good use of such a seemingly useless material as various bottles. And today, we are once again returning to this subject, offering our readers an article by V. B. Akimov, who shares his advice on how to repurpose many of the household items
- [SWEET ROAD TRAIN](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/sweet-road-train) - Not so long ago, after retiring, I seriously took up beekeeping. However, our region is not rich in honey-bearing plants, so during the season, I have to move the entire apiary from one place to another six or seven times. To transport the hives, I built a trailer for my Izhevsk pickup Izh-27151-01, on which
- [DUMP TRAILER](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/dump-trailer) - Trailers for passenger cars that turn them into small trucks are especially popular among rural residents and owners of country houses. And that’s quite natural — they make it much easier to transport a variety of loads such as sand and peat, cement and manure, bricks and gravel. The only downside is that loading and
- [Feed grinder](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/feed-grinder) - The tank from an old activator-type washing machine, the driven drum of the control clutch from a decommissioned T-74 tractor, and a three-phase electric motor — this is the basis for a homemade grain grinder. Its design is portable, which is very important for use on small farms and in private households. The main part
- [Off-road Smart ForTwo](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/off-road-smart-fortwo) - Do you know, sometimes the craziest ideas are born not from an excess of free time, but from the desire to prove to yourself that the impossible is actually quite real. Imagine this: there is a small city car, the Smart Fortwo, designed to park in the narrow streets of a metropolis, save fuel, and
- [GO FISHING? ON AN ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLE!](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/go-fishing-on-an-all-terrain-vehicle) - Winter fishing is an activity for the most resilient. Try spending a whole day by the ice hole in freezing weather — neither a fur coat, nor a tent, nor a “forty-degree hand warmer” will save you. However, you can indulge in your favorite hobby in comfortable conditions. All you need is a special all-terrain
- [TRUNK GUARD](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/auto-moto-service/trunk-guard) - Such a roof rack will be of interest to car owners who do not have a garage and are forced to leave their steel “horse” outdoors overnight. Most of them equip their cars with an alarm system. However, it often goes off even from a passing truck or a powerful clap of thunder, disturbing the
- [SHELF PLUS BREAD BOX](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/shelf-plus-bread-box) - Neither metal nor plastic bread storage boxes offered by industry can compare with wooden ones. The latter are more eco-friendly, more durable, more attractive, and they keep loaves and baguettes fresh much longer. And the wooden design proposed by the Polish magazine Młody Technik is even more versatile: it combines the functions of both a
- [The Handy Mill](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/the-handy-mill) - Bread baked in a village oven needs no advertising: it is superior in every way. However, storing bags of flour is troublesome; keeping grain is much easier. Therefore, it is necessary to have the ability to grind grain at home without going to a flour mill. Moreover, it should be possible to produce both fine
- ["ELECTRONIC" CULTIVATOR](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/electronic-cultivator) - The idea of creating a mechanical assistant for garden cultivation came to me a long time ago. I looked through relevant issues of the “Modelist-Constructor” magazine with descriptions of soil-cultivating tools and concluded that, based on the available power unit and the control levers from the Electron motor scooter, it would be better to make
- [Camping in Smart Fortwo 451](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/camping-in-smart-fortwo-451) - When it comes to camping, most people imagine either a spacious motorhome or at least a station wagon with folding seats. But what if I told you that even a tiny Smart Fortwo 451 can be turned into a full-fledged mini motorhome? Sounds like a joke, right? And yet, it’s not a fantasy but a
- [Nissan Leaf Electric All-Terrain Vehicle](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/nissan-leaf-electric-all-terrain-vehicle) - If you’ve ever sat behind the wheel of a classic diesel off-roader, then you surely know that feeling: the booming sound of the engine, the constant smell of diesel, vibrations all over the body. Yes, it sort of inspires confidence, but let’s admit it — times are changing. And now, replacing the familiar “diesels” comes
- [MINI CHOPPER FROM MOPEDS](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/mini-chopper-from-mopeds) - Since childhood, I dreamed of having a chopper — a stylish and respectable motorcycle that would feel confident on the road and gracefully take sharp turns. Finally, my dream has partly come true (or rather, I made it happen myself) — and now I own such a machine. It may not be a full-sized chopper,
- [CHAIN NET? NO PROBLEM!](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/chain-net-no-problem) - I have been subscribing to the magazine "Modelist-Constructor" for a long time, almost since its very beginning; I have gained a lot of useful knowledge from it. Responding to your call to be not only a reader but also an author, I decided to write about my experience in making chain-link mesh. The method itself
- [Automatic summer shower](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/automatic-summer-shower) - Do you know what’s the most annoying thing about a summer shower at the cottage or in a private house? Constantly running to check if there’s water in the tank. It feels like you just filled it — and after a couple of washes, the level is already at zero. And every time it’s the
- [A QUICK SAUNA](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/a-quick-sauna) - Building this sauna is not too difficult. It retains heat perfectly, is bright and spacious inside, and steaming here is much more enjoyable than in the well-known tourist steam room made from a regular tent. Over many years of use, this little bathhouse has proven itself in the best possible way. To make such a
- [TENTED GREENHOUSE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/tented-greenhouse) - Do you build small greenhouses on your countryside plot, or simply cover early seedlings in your garden beds with film? If so, it’s important to make sure such a cover is convenient to use. After all, you can’t even count how many times during the season you’ll need to open and close this transparent “tent.”
- [TO THE JEWELLER'S ARSENAL](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/to-the-jewellers-arsenal) - I have been passionate about DIY creativity for a very long time. My favorite magazine, “Modelist-Konstruktor,” has contributed greatly to this. I have been subscribing to it since 1972. Following the recommendations and tips from the magazine, I have made many useful household constructions. The largest of them are the Arkhipov tractor (“M-K” No. 1,
- [HARNESS THE WINCH](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/harness-the-winch) - A winch working in tandem with a plow is nothing new. Especially for owners of small land plots, where these rather simple and reliable constructions have already proven themselves excellently. Unlike a mini-tractor, the winch does not compact the soil. And it doesn’t slip like a motor cultivator. Practically all the engine’s traction power here
- [SUN LOUNGE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/sun-lounge) - Would you like to relax and indulge in sweet idleness, lying under the sun in a comfortable lounger in a cozy corner of your country yard? Tempting, right? To make this happen, you'll need a bit of preparatory work — but according to the Bulgarian magazine "Naprawi Sam", it’s entirely doable for any hardworking DIY
- [ON THE ROAD WITH THE DACHA](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/on-the-road-with-the-dacha) - The idea to build a transportable dacha came to me back in the days when road service was just a dream for car travelers. So I decided to provide it for myself. I must say, the dacha I built many years ago is still serving me well. After all, most campsites and motels are located
- [FROM GLIDER TO PLANE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/world-of-models/from-glider-to-plane) - This simple model, recommended for beginners, can be built both as a glider and a rubber-powered aircraft. And in our opinion, it makes sense to assemble and master it in exactly this order: start with the glider version, and then, after gaining experience in launching and adjusting, equip it with a propeller and rubber motor.
- [RIDING A WINCH](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/riding-a-winch) - In this issue of "M-K", we want to introduce our readers to one of the most efficient soil cultivation mechanisms, which has recently been gaining more popularity among DIY builders. This is a motorized winch, whose main advantage lies in the fact that, unlike self-propelled tillage units, it uses all of its engine power for
- [SUSPENDED ELECTRIC](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/suspended-electric) - For some time, I was fond of fishing from a boat. That’s why I decided to make a portable electric motor for trolling (fishing from a moving watercraft powered by a motor, usually using a spinning rod with a lure). Here’s a design that resulted from this idea. Its core is a motor from a
- [CONCRETE... WITH SPIRAL](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/concrete-with-spiral) - Every individual developer strives to ease the heavy physical labor involved in various construction tasks by mechanizing them whenever possible. However, as often happens, there is no electricity on the site at this stage. One of the most difficult yet essential tasks is preparing mortar and concrete mixtures. In this case, both the performance and
- [THE BICYCLE WINCH IS PLOUGHING](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/the-bicycle-winch-is-ploughing) - Readers of "M-K" have long been familiar with the enthusiast of homemade soil cultivation equipment, amateur designer from Nizhny Tagil, Grigory Ivanovich ODEGOV. He was the one who managed to develop one of the most efficient motor winches, which outperforms power tillers, motor cultivators, and even microtractors in terms of productivity. And all this despite
- [All-terrain vehicle "VOLYN"](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/auto-show/all-terrain-vehicle-volyn) - Residents of villages and small towns, where asphalt roads have not yet reached and where "Volgas" and "Moskviches" start skidding after just a few meters past the outskirts in rainy weather or spring mud, have long dreamed of such a vehicle. Compact, maneuverable, economical to operate, and highly off-road capable — that’s how rural drivers
- [HOW TO AVOID THE "FLOOD"](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/devices-helpers/how-to-avoid-the-flood) - Many families today live in multi-storey buildings and use household washing machines. Anyone who has ever connected such a machine (to the electrical panel and plumbing system) knows how important both of these operations are. In particular, if the drain hose is poorly connected to the apartment's fan pipes, a leak may occur. This can
- [WALL GREENHOUSE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/wall-greenhouse) - Every gardener strives to heat their greenhouse as efficiently as possible. One of the most optimal methods is utilizing solar heat accumulated by the southern or eastern wall of a stone house. Building such a heliogreenhouse is quite simple. First, a trench is dug along the wall of the house, 1.1 meters deep and 0.8
- [GARDENER'S SAUNA](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/gardeners-sauna) - In a small utility block on my garden plot, I had a storage room measuring only 2.2x2.7 m. One hot day, the idea came to convert it into a mini sauna and also add a shower section. I installed a 100 mm thick partition wall in the center of the storage space along its entire
- [BIKE CATAMARAN](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/bike-catamaran) - If someone had told the author some time ago that he would have to literally "reinvent the bicycle," he would have taken it as a joke. However, that skepticism vanished after coming across a magazine article describing a “wind vehicle” built by Alexander Dvoynikov. The model had both air and propeller screws mounted on an
- [NOT WORSE THAN IN AN APARTMENT](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/not-worse-than-in-an-apartment) - To live comfortably in the countryside, you don't actually need much — electricity, plumbing, a decent toilet, and a sewage system. Electricity usually isn’t a problem — even if your summer cottage area isn’t connected to the power grid, you can always buy a portable gasoline generator and enjoy all the benefits that electricity provides.
- [WATER IS HEATENED BY SMOKE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/water-is-heatened-by-smoke) - Having a stove (wood or coal-fired) makes it quite possible to supply hot water to the kitchen sink and even a shower using a water heater — a device that utilizes the heat of hot flue gases exhausted through the stove's chimney. The design and operating principle of the device are as follows (Fig. 1,
- [OUR FIRST CAR](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/our-first-car) - Boys seem to have a natural pull toward technology — probably something embedded in their genes. Yet, there's a fairly long period in their lives (that so-called "transition age") when they consider playing with toy cars too childish, but driving a real car is still not an option — and often, not even available to
- [MICROMILL](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/micromill) - "I read in Modelist-Konstruktor about the continuation of the “Small Mechanization” competition and decided to take part. I offer a simple and compact micro-mill. Its dimensions can be judged from the photo: the entire construction fits in the palm of my hand. It's a universal device — designed for producing both coarse and fine corn
- [ON A MOTOR BOAT WITH A BREASE!](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/on-a-motor-boat-with-a-brease) - For those living near water, a motorboat is no less important than a motorcycle or a car: people use it to commute to work, visit neighboring villages, or go shopping in the district center. “Modelist-Konstruktor” has repeatedly published descriptions of various motorboats. However, judging by the editorial mail, readers are still interested in watercraft designs.
- [COMPRESSOR MIX](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/compressor-mix) - Dear "Modelist-Konstruktor"! In issue No. 9 for 2004 of your magazine, a material was published about a compressor I made based on a motor-compressor from an old refrigerator. I used it for several years for various needs: paint spraying, tire inflation, and other tasks. But sometimes it lacked pressure and air reserve. Then the idea
- [How did we make a scuba gun?](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/how-did-we-make-a-scuba-gun) - Imagine this: you're standing by a river, the water is crystal clear, and fish are darting just beneath your feet. But instead of store-bought gear, you're holding a speargun built with your own hands. That’s how our project began. We set out to create a real underwater speargun from scratch, using natural materials, minimal tools,
- [BICYCLE TRAILER? TANDEM!](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/bicycle-trailer-tandem) - Many outdoor enthusiasts prefer cycling trips to other forms of short travel, such as hiking or driving. Walking allows you to fully enjoy the beauty of nature and take in the surroundings at your own pace, but unfortunately, only in the immediate area. Driving, on the other hand, means you interact more with the road
- [The Narrowest Electric Fiat Panda](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/auto-show/the-narrowest-electric-fiat-panda) - Sometimes, genius hides in a garage. That’s exactly what happened with Andrea Marazzi — a mechanic from the Italian town of Bagnolo Cremasco. Imagine this: an ordinary 1993 Fiat Panda suddenly becomes an internet sensation because… it was made hilariously narrow. Not just narrow — just 50 centimeters wide! It’s no joke — it's both
- [JIGSAW FROM... REFRIGERATOR](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/jigsaw-from-refrigerator) - A home craftsman's desire to mechanize their labor as much as possible and replace hand tools with mechanical ones is only natural. One such tool is the jigsaw, indispensable when working with plywood, thin plastic, and similar materials. There are several options for replacing a hand jigsaw with a mechanical one: an attachment for the
- [Rabbit cottages](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/rabbit-cottages) - The young naturalists of Cherkasy Secondary School No. 3 surely still remember the rabbit Belka, who gave birth to 96 kits in a year — three to five times more than usual. Belka’s offspring yielded nearly half a ton of meat, and the pelts were enough to make five children’s fur coats. We offer three
- [SCOOTER UNDER THE ROOF](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/scooter-under-the-roof) - There’s no point in comparing a scooter and a passenger car — they are completely different machines. Nevertheless, motorcycle designers constantly strive to bring the comfort of four-wheeled vehicles to their two-wheeled counterparts. In recent years, lightweight scooters equipped with fairings resembling a small car body without doors have become more common in urban environments.
- [Xiaomi YU7: Luxury, Speed ​​and Innovation](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/auto-show/xiaomi-yu7-luxury-speed-and-innovation) - When a tech giant releases its first SUV, it’s already an event. The Xiaomi YU7 is not just a car, but an attempt to turn the idea of ​​what a modern luxury electric car should be like upside down. Having shown this crossover to the public for the first time, Xiaomi relied on bold design,
- [VELO TRICYCLE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/velo-tricycle) - Over time, interest in velomobiles — this environmentally friendly and health-beneficial mode of transport — has waned and flared up anew, but it never completely fades away. Its fans believe that since the invention of the self-propelled cart by I.P. Kulibin, this pedal-powered vehicle has received its greatest development in the last 30 years: many
- [Tabletop woodworking universal machine](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/tabletop-woodworking-universal-machine) - Almost all DIYers love working with wood, and many prefer this material to all others and make practical and beautiful things from it. But to seriously engage in woodworking (even if it is a hobby), it is clear that one knife is not enough. In this case, it would be nice to have a wood-cutting
- [DIY racing car](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/diy-racing-car) - Have you ever wondered what it would be like to build a real Formula 1 racing car with your own hands? No, not just put a spoiler on a Zhiguli, but make a car that feels and behaves like an F1 on the track. One stubborn enthusiast took on exactly this kind of adventure, and
- [COTTAGE ASSISTANT](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/cottage-assistant) - For cultivating the land in garden plots, I consider a walk-behind tractor to be the most suitable mechanism. It has small dimensions and consumes little fuel, has the necessary maneuverability and sufficient productivity. The ability to quickly replace some soil-cultivating tools on a walk-behind tractor with others (for example, a plow with a ripper, hiller
- [ELECTRIC DRILL - RIPPER](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/electric-drill-ripper) - We have already talked about agricultural machinery that used an electric drill as an engine: mowers - rotary and with a cutting knife (see No. 9 for 1980 and No. 2 for 1981), a plow with electric traction (see No. 9 for 1981). Now we offer a new design on the same base - a
- ["WATER BEETLE" - A FISHERMAN'S BOAT](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/water-beetle-a-fishermans-boat) - What is fishing without a boat? Especially on large bodies of water. Want to make an original, virtually silent floating craft? Then let's get down to business. Look at the picture. The American magazine Popular Mechanics offers readers an interesting boat built on the basis of a car inner tube and a beach chair. Equipped
- [AND THE SWITCH WILL BEEP IN RESPONSE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/devices-helpers/and-the-switch-will-beep-in-response) - An audible alarm on digital microcircuits for switching on/off electronic devices with 12 V power supply. There are many devices in a car that are switched on by a key or a toggle switch. The switching on of a particular device can only be controlled by the click of a mechanical switch (which may not
- [WEEKEND TENT](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/weekend-tent) - Domestic tents with awnings sold in stores are heavy (usually about 3 kg), and without an awning, they do not protect well from rain. Imported ones are lighter and better, but expensive. Therefore, some tourists make tents themselves from thin nylon combined with an awning made of waterproof material. However, the awning complicates the design
- [HOME BATH](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/home-bath-2) - For a fan of going to a bathhouse to steam means not only (or rather, not so much) performing a routine procedure of cleansing the body, but a ritual process of “cleansing the soul”. And often the steam room replaces many medical procedures and promotes health and even rejuvenation. So a home bath can in
- [MOPED TRAILER](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/moped-trailer) - A moped is often considered an expensive toy for children. And in fact, a significant portion of these two-wheeled machines are purchased by young people for purely recreational purposes. And only a small share of mopeds are used as a means of transport for business trips. And what if suddenly there is a need to
- [THREE-PHASE - TO THE HOUSEHOLD NETWORK](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/himself-an-electrician/three-phase-to-the-household-network) - Among the various methods of connecting three-phase asynchronous electric motors to a single-phase network, the simplest and most well-known is probably the use of a capacitor called (due to the functions it performs in this case) a phase-shifting capacitor. In this case, one has to put up with the inevitable loss of power. For an
- [AND THEY DON'T "DISASSEMBLE" THE CAR](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/auto-moto-service/and-they-dont-disassemble-the-car) - Car enthusiasts and owners of agricultural machinery know first-hand how great the danger of suddenly ending up without wheels is. That is why they are ready to go to any lengths and spend money in search of patented “secrets” (fortunately, their number has long been in the hundreds), just to protect their cars from intruders.
- [WALKING Electric velomobile](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/walking-electric-velomobile) - The idea of ​​creating a small four-wheeled carriage with an electric drive for pleasure trips around the picturesque surroundings of Peterhof came to us last year. Before that, we built a two-wheeled vehicle that was driven by an electric drill, powered by a car battery through a transistor voltage converter. But the vehicle was difficult
- ["SHIELD" FROM LIGHTNING - HOW TO MAKE IT?](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/shield-from-lightning-how-to-make-it) - Dear editors! I am a long-time subscriber of yours, I have used many of the practical publications for home use and I eagerly await the next magazine every time: will there be something useful for DIYers there again? In the February issue I was interested in the article about protecting country buildings from lightning. I
- [Hand scythe](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/hand-scythe) - In issue 6 for 2010, Modelist-Konstruktor told about repair and adjustment of a trimmer - a motor or electric scythe. The article is useful . What can I say, this tool is now widely used not only by summer residents and janitors, but also by farmers. Meanwhile, on small plots, in hard-to-reach places, an ordinary
- [Racing experimental](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/racing-experimental) - Instead of the usual steering wheel, I installed a column of the front manual drive of a two-stage chain transmission on the bicycle machine (Fig. 1). When moving, depending on the height of the cyclist, the angle of the column can be easily changed. The saddle is moved back. Both wheels are leading, have five-speed
- [Canoe-shuttle](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/canoe-shuttle) - It often happens that guides on how to build a boat yourself simply scare off beginners with such “mysterious” words as “epoxy resins,” “foam,” “fiberglass,” “bakelized” or “aircraft plywood,” etc. More experienced boaters are scared by something else: the difficulty of acquiring these materials. Meanwhile, a good boat can be built from simple materials available
- [WINDER-SORTER](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/winder-sorter) - The experimental winnowing machine-sorter is designed for selection work. The winnowing machine body is made of pine beams, to which the side plywood walls are attached. The beams are assembled into a tongue and groove in half a tree. The receiving bucket is equipped with a flap, the movement of which regulates the grain feed.
- [On the same board with the wind](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/on-the-same-board-with-the-wind) - No matter how much we talk about the windsurfer being the smallest sailboat, you still can't get on a trolleybus with it. To transport a sailboard, you need at least a car. Of course, it is possible to transport a boat about 3.5 m long on public transport, but... ...it would be better if it
- [With a fan along the river](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/with-a-fan-along-the-river) - Electric drive? For a boat? So, doesn’t our industry produce enough gasoline outboard motors? Go to a sports store and choose any one - from the lightest, suitable even for a kayak, to the heavy and powerful Neptune. But we still need crystal clear water without an oil-and-gasoline rainbow on the surface, we need undeterred
- [Power plant in a backpack](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/himself-an-electrician/power-plant-in-a-backpack) - It's getting dark. The sun is slowly setting towards the horizon. Dusk is coming. It’s still early to go to bed, I want to read and play chess. For motorists, energy for lighting is provided by a rechargeable battery. But hikers can also use electric lighting with no less success - a pocket wind power
- [Bosch 12V battery recovery](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/himself-an-electrician/bosch-12v-battery-recovery) - Have you ever wondered what to do with an old screwdriver that is lying around idle because of a dead battery? I had a similar situation - a friend gave me his old Bosch with the comment: “The batteries don’t hold at all, it’s just torture.” So what do you think? I decided to breathe
- [Micromotorcycle "Gnome"](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/micromotorcycle-gnome) - Maximum simplicity of design and minimal complexity of manufacturing - these are the principles that were used as the basis for the creation of the Gnome micromotorcycle (see photo). The frame is made from parts of a scooter and a frame from a road bike (see Fig. 1, 2 and general view). The connected horizontal
- [Brazier “diplomat”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/brazier-diplomat) - The magazine “Modelist-Constructor” (No. 6, 1983) published drawings of a miracle stove designed by I. Maslov. Wonderful stove! Especially for those who love to travel. We have introduced, so to speak, an oriental accent into the organization of country holidays: we have designed and now carry with us a folding barbecue, we call it a
- [Robot for painting on eggs](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/devices-helpers/robot-for-painting-on-eggs) - Easter is just around the corner, which means it’s time to work miracles. And if you're tired of regular paints, I'll show you how to build a real robot artist that will paint on eggs! Meet Eggduino. This is a small but very smart machine that runs on Arduino and is controlled via Inkscape. With
- [Mini scooter with stroller “Bug”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/mini-scooter-with-stroller-bug) - It is unlikely that among adults there will be a person who can remain indifferent to the appearance of a beautiful homemade car or motorcycle on the street. And what can we say about the boys, if just the opportunity to ride in such a car is happiness for them! And how often can you
- [MIRACLE OVEN](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/miracle-oven) - In one of the spring programs of the Central Television, “You Can Do It,” enthusiasts of technical creativity got acquainted with a universal camp stove, or rather, an entire kitchen, which was designed and manufactured by an avid and experienced tourist I. Maslov. The advantages of the development he demonstrated are compactness, ease of transportation,
- ["NEIVA" - RURAL CAR](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/neiva-rural-car) - The idea to build a homemade car did not come to me right away, since I had a Moskvich. However, our terrain is such that you can’t get around in a passenger car, especially in muddy times. At this point you will inevitably think about a vehicle with higher cross-country ability. I am a mechanical
- ["Pioneer" - karts for beginners](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/pioneer-karts-for-beginners) - The Pioneer class kart is the smallest of the sports racing cars. The working volume of its engine is only 50 cm 3 . Such karts are built for races in which children aged 9 to 16 years participate. Unfortunately, the industry does not yet produce these machines, and they are created in sections and
- [Micromotorcycle as if from an assembly line](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/micromotorcycle-as-if-from-an-assembly-line) - A micromotorcycle is one of the simplest, most accessible and safest means of teaching teenagers how to ride in motoring towns. Purely externally, in terms of layout, it differs little from a “real” motorcycle. At the same time, it is lighter, more maneuverable, and its speed “ceiling” is relatively low. In the design of micromotorcycles,
- [WINDSURFER... WITH OARS](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/windsurfer-with-oars) - The sailboard has gained enormous popularity today. More and more bodies of water “bloom” with its bright triangles in the summer. However, when there is no wind, windsurfers and their sails lie along the shores mostly idle. And then athletes should remember another wonderful type of water sport - rowing. Let us remind you that
- [Diagnostic voltmeter](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/auto-moto-service/diagnostic-voltmeter) - The operating life of lead acid batteries largely depends on their proper operation. According to technical conditions, it is unacceptable to discharge one section below 1.7-1.8 V. Charging with a current significantly exceeding 1/10 of the nominal battery capacity, expressed in A*h, causes the electrolyte to boil. This happens, for example, when the relay regulator
- [With a boat on... a bicycle](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/with-a-boat-on-a-bicycle) - Our industry produces various inflatable and folding boats for fishermen, hunters, and water tourists. However, they do not satisfy the demanding tastes of consumers in everything, so many hobbyists make watercraft themselves. I also set out to create a transportable, quickly folding boat that would also be light, stable and fast. He called it “Strug”:
- ["Pocket" velomobile](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/pocket-velomobile) - Most velomobile designs feature a rigid connection between the frame and wheel axles. This places increased demands on the quality of a number of parts that cannot be produced at home. The relatively high seating position of the rider on most velomobiles impairs the stability of the car when cornering. Due to their large dimensions,
- ["Silver" motor plow](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/silver-motor-plow) - The All-Union Competition “Small Mechanization”, held by the editors of the magazine “Modelist-Constructor”, has gained wide popularity among the creators of small-sized agricultural machinery. Many of the designs presented by its participants were awarded (see “M-K” No. 4 for 1987), and a number of developments were recommended by the editors for display at the Central
- [Motorcycle saw](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/motorcycle-saw) - I probably won’t surprise anyone by saying that preparing firewood for the winter is one of the most labor-intensive tasks for a rural resident. Of course, it’s not at all easy to cut several cubic meters of wood! Is it possible to turn my old motorcycle into an assistant? The idea seemed tempting, and I
- [Solar boiler room](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/solar-boiler-room) - Among the responses received to the All-Union competition “Small Mechanization” held by the editors together with the Central Committee of VOIR, there are many letters asking for the publication of designs for household installations using wind and solar energy. The interest in these devices is understandable. It is caused by the vital need for this
- [Mini-jeep: for both the city and the village](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/mini-jeep-for-both-the-city-and-the-village) - Many do-it-yourselfers gained initial experience in automobile construction by converting motorized strollers. And in general, the entire domestic “automobile” industry grew up on vehicles with motorcycle engines. Moreover, a beginner is attracted to this technique not only by the availability of purchasing initial components and assemblies, but also by the relatively short period of time
- ["Sawmill" in the yard](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/sawmill-in-the-yard) - Mechanical saws produced by industry certainly make the work associated with preparing firewood for the winter easier. But most of them have one drawback: during operation, the entire unit along with the motor has to be held in your hands, which not everyone can do. In the proposed homemade design, the entire power plant is
- [WATER MOTORBIKE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/water-motorbike) - The pedal boat is a machine that has long been mastered by technology lovers, both young and old. Two light floats connected by a simple bridge, and on it is a frame from an old bicycle with a saddle, handlebars and pedals. The propeller is a homemade propeller. Get in and go wherever you want:
- [CHROME PLATING? NO PROBLEMS!](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/chrome-plating-no-problems) - Today we can safely say: if you want to get a good result in competitions, use an engine with a “colored” piston-cylinder pair! This is confirmed by the “colored” filling of the motorcycle mounts of the models that have won the highest rank championships. Knowing the undeniable advantages of such engines, many take on the
- [IRON VULCANIZER](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/auto-moto-service/iron-vulcanizer-2) - If the electric iron has served its purpose, but the heater in it is still working, use it in a new role - a vulcanizer. It's not at all difficult to do this. Cut a bracket from five-millimeter steel (see figure), weld a cylindrical boss to it on top, and a strip of metal 50
- [Motor plow "Mole"](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/motor-plow-mole) - Many letters received by the editors indicate the great interest of readers in the “Small Mechanization” competition held by the magazine. And this is no coincidence. Since there is still not enough equipment produced by the industry, gardeners and owners of personal plots make walk-behind tractors on their own. Sometimes you get surprisingly simple and
- [MINI TRUCK “SHISHIGA”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/mini-truck-shishiga) - The idea of ​​making a mini-truck based on the Ant scooter came to my mind a long time ago. While operating a cargo scooter, I encountered a number of inconveniences. The biggest disadvantage of the scooter was the third wheel, located in front and constantly making it difficult to ride on uneven country and forest
- [FIRST AIRCRAFT MODEL](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/world-of-models/first-aircraft-model) - These beautiful and flying planes are very simple. Even preschoolers can make them with the help of adults. To work, you will need thick paper (whatman paper), several dry and straight straws Ø2-2.5 mm (cereals, bluegrass) and silicate office glue. Tools include a safety razor blade, a jigsaw, a ruler and a pencil. Start making
- [OFF-SEASON ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/off-season-all-terrain-vehicle) - Our magazine was one of the main popularizers of the recently emerged family of all-terrain vehicles - vehicles powered by low-pressure pneumatics. All-season, excellent cross-country ability, the ability not to disturb vegetation when driving through the forest or tundra - the advantages of vehicles of this type immediately attracted the attention of lovers of amateur
- [Incubator for your farm](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/incubator-for-your-farm) - With the development of cooperatives in our country, the number of people wishing to apply their knowledge and skills in the agricultural sector, for example, in creating an apiary, raising rabbits or breeding poultry, is constantly growing. But enthusiasm alone is clearly not enough here - you also need to have the appropriate equipment, say,
- [The wind is pouring](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/the-wind-is-pouring) - Six years ago I received land for a garden plot, and the problem of watering immediately arose. Pumping water manually is difficult and unproductive, and the gasoline engine does not seduce you with its noise and smoke, and you won’t have much trouble with it - carry it, secure it, remove it and take it
- [Skiing on water](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/skiing-on-water) - The idea of ​​water ski floats is not new, and yet such a projectile cannot be called ordinary. On the contrary, the sight of a person literally running on the waves invariably causes surprise among those around him. Apparently, the spread of watercraft of this type is hampered by the opinion that skis are not
- [The gate goes up](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/auto-moto-service/the-gate-goes-up) - Typically, garage doors have two heavy leaves that open outward. Every car enthusiast knows how much trouble they cause, especially in winter. Snow accumulates on the area in front of the garage, ice freezes on the doors, lock, and handles. You have to tinker a lot to get the car out. By abandoning the traditional
- ["Troll" - a business velomobile](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/troll-a-business-velomobile) - A modern city dweller cannot be intimidated by long trips: all types of public transport are at his service. Another thing is short everyday routes: to a kindergarten, a store, a workshop, a laundry... A rural resident, owner of a summer house or garden plot has to make short trips with cargo even more often.
- [Energy is for nothing](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/energy-is-for-nothing) - Water, wind and sun are the most accessible and inexhaustible sources of energy that nature gives to humans. It is no coincidence that in recent years they have again received the closest attention from both science and industry, as well as enthusiasts of technical creativity and amateur designers. We have already talked about some of
- [Microtractor for your garden](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/microtractor-for-your-garden) - There are a huge number of people dreaming of building walk-behind tractors, snowmobiles, microtractors, and cars. The number of devices under construction is tens of times less, not to mention the number of those built, much less operational. As a result, amateur designs that have been completed and work flawlessly are rare. The designs of
- [Tricycle Tulpar Mono Traik](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/tricycle-tulpar-mono-traik) - I love to design various homemade wheeled vehicles. I have already made, for example, a mini tractor-loader, a stylized replica of the Lotus-7 from a VAZ-2101, and a buggy with a 1.5-liter engine. And last winter the idea came up to build a small single-seat tricycle for the season. And this way - so that
- [GOLDEN HANDS OF KHARKOV (MICROPLANE KHAI-20)](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/aviation/golden-hands-of-kharkov-microplane-khai-20) - Kharkiv residents have a long tradition of love for technology. Since the construction of the legendary Tractor, since the first graduations of the Aviation Institute, since the first pre-war work of the Kharkov DTS and the Palace of Technical Creativity. The city, saturated to the limit with industrial enterprises, research and educational institutes, could not
- [WITH BUILT-IN GEARBOX](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/with-built-in-gearbox) - I was confirmed in my decision to build a walk-behind tractor after I read the article “Vyatich” (“M-K” No. 7, 1981). However, the design proposed by the magazine, despite all its advantages, did not satisfy everything. And first of all, I didn’t like the chain transmission: I wanted to make the transmission more compact, thereby
- [“SNOWFLAKE” WINTER ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/snowflake-winter-all-terrain-vehicle) - One or two tracks at the back, two skis at the front, a seat for two passengers - this is what motorcars look like - the machines that are now making a triumphal march around the world. They are ridden even in countries where snow is rare, for example in Italy. Motor sleds have almost
- [“FERRARRI” WITH YOUR OWN HANDS, OR THE COMMANDMENTS OF A DIY MAKER](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/ferrarri-with-your-own-hands-or-the-commandments-of-a-diy-maker) - Now many people believe that amateur construction enthusiasts have disappeared from our lives. Forever, they say, they remained in Soviet times. This is a completely wrong opinion. Yes, today there are no structures supporting DIYers and modelers, as there were before. Numerous previously state-funded clubs and clubs have closed, the regular exhibitions of Scientific and
- [ALL-TERRAIN AMPHIBIAN](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/all-terrain-amphibian) - The amphibious all-terrain vehicle was built over five years and first left the garage in 1969. Traveled more than 1000 km. Tested on rough terrain, on snow, on water, on marshy, sandy, clay soils. Tests have shown that the vehicle's cross-country ability is almost universal. Dimensions - 2200x1200 mm. Weight - 200 kg. Maximum speed
- [“CHAIKA” – NON-MOTORIZED GYROPLANE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/chaika-non-motorized-gyroplane) - The non-motorized gyroplane “Chaika” was developed by students of the Riga Institute of Civil Aviation Engineers and is intended for initial training, sport flights and the promotion of aviation technical knowledge among a wide range of young people. The low cost of this machine, ease of piloting and maintenance, reliability and safety - all this
- [Dolphin learns to swim](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/dolphin-learns-to-swim) - What should you give preference when designing an amphibian: teach it to swim well, turning it into a boat on wheels, or let it run well on land and slowly overcome water obstacles? This is the first question that comes to mind for anyone planning to build such a machine. Almost no one can combine
- [MOTO-LOCOMOTIVE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/moto-locomotive) - Once I found myself close to a real steam locomotive of the LV series - the famous Lebedyanka. And I immediately felt life in him. Everything there hissed, made noise, moved, soared, seethed and clicked. It could not be called a machine or mechanism. The definition suggested itself: “Living organism.” I have never experienced such
- [TRICYCLE “GRASSHOPPER”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/tricycle-grasshopper) - The “Grasshopper” tricycle was designed and manufactured in the small-sized equipment design laboratory of the KYUT of the Novosibirsk academic campus by seventh-graders Anatoly Mikhailov, Viktor Krivonosov and Sergey Khakhtar. This is a lightweight, front-wheel drive car with a Sh52 engine and torsion bar rear suspension. The wide track of the rear wheels in combination
- ["MINIMAX": BIGGER INSIDE THAN OUTSIDE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/minimax-bigger-inside-than-outside) - CAR - FOR WHAT? Do you need a car? Which one exactly? This question arises before anyone who intends to purchase a factory-made car. But, as you know, the choice of the type of car you need is limited. This question becomes even more relevant if you decide to build the car yourself. For example,
- [BIKE CATAMARAN “MALEK”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/bike-catamaran-malek) - The large family of pedal boats has been replenished with another interesting machine, designed by our reader - engineer G. Ovchinnikov from Dnipro. Ovchinnikov is a car enthusiast. Therefore, his main task was to create a pedal boat that could be transported on the roof rack of a passenger car. The bicycle catamaran is assembled
- [TRANSPORT FOR FORESTER](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/transport-for-forester) - Maneuverable, compact vehicles are vital, especially in snowy and wooded areas. In some countries, for example the USA, Canada, Japan, this problem is solved by the production of small-sized machines such as motorarts. Our industry also began to produce such equipment: motorcycle guns such as “Buran”, “Amurets” and others appeared. However, these cars are more
- [AIR CARS: DREAM AND REALITY](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/air-cars-dream-and-reality) - Both at the dawn of the automobile and today, designers - whether amateur or professional - continue to try to set the car in motion using a propeller. For this purpose, both car engines themselves, motorcycle engines, and even aircraft engines are used. Paradoxically, the well-known ancient windmills can be considered the ancestors of many
- [AMPHIBIAN AMPHIBIED](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/amphibian-amphibied) - It’s tempting, isn’t it, to leave your house on a velomobile, get to the nearest body of water and, rolling down from a low bank, continue moving along the water? This will become possible if you make yourself an amphiped, a universal transport that combines the advantages of both a velomobile and an aquaped. The
- [MILLING... A PLOT](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/milling-a-plot) - For soil cultivation, many mechanical devices have been created to greatly facilitate this process. There are motor-ploughs, micro-tractors, and mechanized hoes... Of course, each such unit is designed for processing certain areas: a motor-tractor, for example, is convenient for fairly long runs, a motor-plough is more suitable for smaller plots, but it’s best not to
- ["MOTORCYCLE" OF AN AGRONOMER](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/motorcycle-of-an-agronomer) - This ultra-light vehicle - a kind of “motorcycle” on an air cushion - was built in Bataysk at the city SUT. Its advantages are simplicity of design, high maneuverability and quite acceptable speed - up to 65 km/h. The propulsion system is especially rationally designed: the M-111 and Izh-P2 engines operate at optimal temperature conditions
- ["JEEP" - RELIABLE AND SIMPLE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/jeep-reliable-and-simple) - The advantages of this car are structural simplicity, reliability on the road and high cross-country ability. It was built by Stanislav Khopshanosov from Yerevan. Residents of the capital of Armenia love cars and know a lot about them. We were convinced of this by trips through the streets of Yerevan with ErAZ design engineer Stanislav
- [ALL FOUR ARE LEADING](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/all-four-are-leading) - The all-terrain vehicle is made according to a design that has proven itself well on the Kirovets tractor. It has the same “breakable” frame and drive on both axles. What does this give? Firstly, cross-country ability. The frame, constantly bending, seems to follow the terrain. All four drive wheels are constantly in contact with the
- [LOFT WITH COMFORT](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/loft-with-comfort) - The living area of ​​this summer house is almost twice the space it occupies in the garden. The secret is simple: the previously empty attic was turned by skillful hands into another bright and cozy room. The interior decoration of the room is selected depending on its purpose, taste and capabilities of the master. Having
- [INSTEAD OF OARS - A SAIL](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/instead-of-oars-a-sail) - The “Volna” inflatable boat, popular among water recreation enthusiasts, can be easily converted into a real sailing dinghy. The drawings of the universal sailing rig published in this issue, which was awarded a 1st degree diploma at the IV competition of the best sailing and tourist vessels, can be used for any “inflatable boats” and
- [GARDEN FURNITURE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/garden-furniture) - The GARDEN FURNITURE, which you will get acquainted with in today's issue of KDM, successfully combines the qualities of a barbecue grill and an elegant garden table. Kebabs, chops, grilled chicken - all at once, in the heat of the day, and even in the open air - what could be more pleasant! A convenient
- [Cottage Traveler](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/cottage-traveler) - M-K has repeatedly published descriptions of car trailers. And industry produces them, for example, “Skif”. However, I decided to build it to my own taste. And since then, the traveling dacha has been reliably serving my family for many years. All its components turned out to be quite durable and efficient, and the interior provides
- [BUGGY - SPORTS CROSS CAR](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/buggy-sports-cross-car) - The student design bureau of the Mari Polytechnic Institute named after A. M. Gorky is known not only in its native lands, but also far beyond the borders of the republic. Original snowmobiles, hovercraft, backpack aeropropulsion and other developments, which have been discussed more than once in M-K, invariably attract the attention of specialized organizations.
- [EVERYTHING IS LIKE IN A JEEP](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/everything-is-like-in-a-jeep) - Club members from the Vologda House of Young Technicians named their microcar “Camel” for its high cross-country ability and unpretentiousness. Along with serial components (mostly from a motor scooter), the car also uses home-made chassis elements - for example, the front axle. Working on the machine allowed novice designers to gain not only practical skills,
- [WHAT DOES IT COST US TO BUILD A HOUSE!..](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/what-does-it-cost-us-to-build-a-house) - A small summer house that you can build on your own is the dream of many gardeners. In this article, we introduce readers to the development of the Novovyatsky wood panel plant - a project of a prefabricated panel house for a garden plot. Maximum functionality in a small size (the house has a room,
- ["HIDDEN" HALLWAY](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/hidden-hallway) - Behind the scenes of the hanger, if you make it movable, you can hide a built-in closet or even a small storage room in your hallway. This “two-layer” solution for a home wardrobe in combination with standard niches in the room allows not only the most economical and profitable use of the small hallway area,
- [MOTORCYCLE + CAR = MOTORCYCLE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/motorcycle-car-motorcycle) - Their paths diverged at the dawn of the automobile industry, and since then the lines of development have continued without intersecting until now... We are talking about a motorcycle and a car. The former have always attracted consumers with their speed, maneuverability, simplicity, and, most importantly, relatively low retail price. The only quality has always
- [HUT FOR YOUR GARDEN](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/hut-for-your-garden) - The mini-house, which we will tell you about now, fits perfectly into any garden plot. If necessary, it can become the main or temporary shelter for you and your family (if you are building another large house). It is also suitable as a storage room for carpentry and plumbing tools, garden supplies. The construction of
- [On the slipway - "ARGO-02"](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/aviation/on-the-slipway-argo-02) - Is it possible in our time, which is called a period of total shortage, to build an airplane yourself? Tver amateur aviators Evgeny Ignatiev, Yuri Gulakov and Alexander Abramov answered this question in the affirmative, creating a winged single-seat aircraft, later called Argo-02. The plane turned out to be successful: it successfully flew at the
- [ON A FLOAT - ON FOOT, OARING AND SAILING](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/on-a-float-on-foot-oaring-and-sailing) - You will probably agree that it is difficult to imagine more accessible and healthy stadiums than small and large rivers, lakes and reservoirs scattered throughout our country. But today, unfortunately, they are mostly deserted. In recent years, the expanses of water have slightly enlivened the sails of windsurfers, but this wonderful sport has not yet
- [SAILING… WIND GENERATOR](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/sailing-wind-generator) - They say that the new is the well forgotten old. And energy seems to be no exception here. Having burned itself at Chernobyl and faced the threat of an energy crisis in a number of places, humanity is increasingly turning its attention to technical solutions that were undeservedly written off in the archives in the
- [DREAM CAR](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/dream-car) - If Attesi-TX was able to charm you in the same way as it did me in its time, then I think I can quite help you make this very simple, compact and ultimately cheap and affordable car. "Attesi-TX" is a two-seater, two-door car with a T-200M type engine with a displacement of 200 cm 3
- [“HOPE” – A VELOMOBILE WITH COMFORT](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/hope-a-velomobile-with-comfort) - “M-K” can rightfully be considered one of the founders of the bicycle-mobile industry in the country: it was on its pages that the description of the first, in many ways still imperfect, muscular vehicle “Vita” appeared in 1976. Remember? And what about the folding fagot “Hummingbird”? For 15 years, the magazine has been constantly introducing
- [THE POWER PLANT IS GOING WITH YOU](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/the-power-plant-is-going-with-you) - I want to offer readers of the magazine an interesting, in my opinion, and useful device - a portable wind power station. In the summer, my family and I often relax on the shores of the Azov Sea. Everyone understands that vacation becomes much more comfortable if there is a source of electricity. After the
- ["RUTA" - A MOTORCAR FOR EVERYONE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/ruta-a-motorcar-for-everyone) - A motorcycle is an individual vehicle that, as the name suggests, combines the qualities of both a car and a motorcycle. It goes without saying that, whenever possible, the advantages of these vehicles were combined while eliminating their disadvantages as much as possible. “Ruta” is an extremely simple, quite comfortable, highly economical and inexpensive to
- [TRUCK FOR YOURSELF](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/truck-for-yourself) - Many people would like to have a small truck for personal use. First of all, of course, rural residents, as well as owners of dachas and garden plots. However, their desire in most cases remains unsatisfied: the domestic industry produces almost no “pickup trucks” and, apart from the “Ant” cargo scooter, can offer practically nothing
- [MOTOR ASSISTANT: AND WILL PLOW, AND FILM, AND GIVE YOU A DRIVE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/motor-assistant-and-will-plow-and-film-and-give-you-a-drive) - This walk-behind tractor was not created for an exhibition - for work. In the garden, on a personal yard. In order to plow the plot, and spray the trees, and cut firewood, and transport what is needed for the housework... Many options were sorted out before the choice fell on the design, which, as life
- [HELICOPTER? YES, BUT - SIMULATOR](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/helicopter-yes-but-simulator) - We are long-time and regular subscribers of the Modeler-Constructor magazine. For us - as well as for all those who connected their lives with technology - the magazine has always been a kind of information spring, providing life-giving information on issues that interest us. And our interests have always been concentrated on amateur ultra-light aircraft:
- [IMAGINE AND DO!](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/imagine-and-do) - Plastic bottles of various capacities from drinks and even plumbing polyethylene pipes are an excellent material for building a wide variety of swimming equipment. And not only scale models or toys, but full-size structures. Here are just a few ideas that are easy to repeat, or take as a basis and use them to come
- ["DELTA" - THE TOP OF COMPACTIBILITY](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/delta-the-top-of-compactibility) - Readers of our magazine are probably familiar with the abbreviation TX-200. This was the name of the autotricycle of the original design, created by the most famous Kharkiv resident in the circles of automakers V. Taranukha in collaboration with Candidate of Technical Sciences Ya. Khainovsky. The creative union of theory and practice turned out to
- [AEROCYCLE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/aerocycle) - The idea of ​​​​creating this vehicle originated with me a long time ago, after watching a story in the “You Can Do It” program about skiers with backpack aeropropulsion. It was clear that the legs of the motorized athletes were very tense, and the heavy equipment on their shoulders rocked them as they moved. To
- [A MOTORCYCLE BECOME A MOTORBLOCK](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/a-motorcycle-become-a-motorblock) - Everyone, of course, has their own concerns. For example, problems associated with the mechanization of harvesting, say, peppermint, are unlikely to seriously interest me. It’s a different matter with potatoes, which in terms of their importance and value are not without reason called second bread. How difficult it is! It’s not enough to plant and
- [BY ROWING BOAT - UNDER SAIL!](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/by-rowing-boat-under-sail) - To get a sailboat - even the simplest one! - one desire is not enough. You have to incur expenses that are sometimes completely ruinous for the family budget. And it takes a lot of time to build such a boat. However, there is a way out - quite accessible and inexpensive. It consists of
- [IF YOU NEED A TRUCK](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/if-you-need-a-truck) - A “car” in combination with a cargo trailer is an extremely convenient vehicle. However, it is not without its shortcomings, which sometimes negate all its advantages. In particular, the maneuverability of a passenger car is significantly reduced and it becomes almost impossible to move in reverse - after all, motorists, unlike professional drivers, are poor
- [New Generation Glider](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/new-generation-glider) - This small aircraft attracted attention at the Tushino International Salon in June 1995. It differed from other similar ones in its somewhat unusual layout. In a conversation with its creators, it turned out that such a design decision was made as a result of deep theoretical and experimental work carried out by the authors in
- [Cottage-folding bed](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/cottage-folding-bed) - The idea to build a trailer cottage came during the operation of the previous one, also mobile (see “Model designer No. 5′, 2005). Let me remind you that that dacha was collapsible with a soft roof and smaller in size, since it was initially tied to the dimensions of the Skif-2M trailer. And although each
- [Bamboo dome house](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/bamboo-dome-house) - A few years ago I came across plans for creating a bamboo dome, and this idea stuck in my head. No one was building such domes at that time (and even now I have found only two examples using this principle), and I wanted to try. I started with a scale model about a meter
- [UNDER SAIL OR MOTOR](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/under-sail-or-motor) - The motor-sailing vessel (SMS), which will be discussed, was built on the basis of the finished hull of an existing model of a torpedo boat, made on a scale of 1:4. I got the hull of the model, 7.4 m long along the waterline, at almost a bargain price, when in the mid-1980s, during another
- [Wireless book clip](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/wireless-book-clip) - Do you like to read books at night, but don't want to disturb the surrounding bright light? Then this wireless book clip is just what you need! In this article I will tell you how to create a compact and lightweight lamp with your own hands that can be easily attached to a book or
- [How to make a cider press with your own hands](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/how-to-make-a-cider-press-with-your-own-hands) - Freshly squeezed apple cider is incredibly delicious. It's very different from store-bought apple juice and much more enjoyable. But, as a rule, such cider is not cheap. However, apples are cheap and plentiful here, so it would be logical to make your own cider press. So my niece Rachel and I decided to build it
- [My sauna made from pallets](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/my-sauna-made-from-pallets) - Have you ever thought about building your own sauna? This idea didn’t let me go for quite a long time, and then one day I decided: I’ll build a sauna in my garden! First, I began to study all the available materials about the construction of saunas. It was important to understand what types of
- [GARDEN HOUSE-SHUT](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/garden-house-shut) - A garden house designed according to the “hut” scheme differs from traditional buildings in that it does not have walls: they are replaced by an enlarged roof, under which all the living quarters are located. Thanks to a simple design solution, such a country house can be quickly built. Of course, the gable roof, which
- [Catamaran with solar panels](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/catamaran-with-solar-panels) - It so happened that I got into a kayak for the first time only in 2015, having turned 47 years old by that time. I picked up an oar, tasted the aroma of romance from river rafting and realized - this is mine! In one breath the Klyazma was passed from source to mouth, and
- [Six-wheeled all-terrain vehicle with onboard turning principle](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/six-wheeled-all-terrain-vehicle-with-onboard-turning-principle) - Once upon a time, the Earth was inhabited by dinosaurs, brontosaurs and many other strange animals that did not need paths or roads - they made them for themselves. And at the All-Terrain Trophy last year (see detailed report in M-K No. 11-2018), we met their modern descendant - PTZavr'oM - an all-terrain vehicle of
- ["ANT" TRAVELER](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/ant-traveler) - It seems to me like this: if you already went on a trip by car, then you need to live in it! Spend the night along the route or stop to rest for a few days in picturesque locations. You can, of course, in a tent, as many do, but it is less comfortable, especially
- [ANYONE CAN MAKE AN AIRPLANE!](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/anyone-can-make-an-airplane) - Having once decided to build an airplane, the home-made man is faced with a number of questions, and the outcome of the whole matter depends on the answer to them. It seems to me that every competent person can make an airplane if he fulfills three conditions. Firstly, you need to enlist the support and
- [SELF-PROPELLED LONGBOARD](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/self-propelled-longboard) - I started skateboarding during my college years. And then I didn’t forget about my hobby: it’s nice to ride along the beach along the embankment somewhere in Gelendzhik, for example, during vacation... Over time, the wheels on all my boards fell apart or wore out. It was not possible to find them for the oldest,
- [Film kayak boat](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/film-kayak-boat) - Once upon a time, according to the Bible, Noah built an ark and saved his family from the Flood, and at the same time all life on Earth. I, of course, cannot in any way compare myself with him. However, after the first month spent in self-isolation this spring, I began to seriously think about
- [BUGGY IS A CAR ACCESSIBLE TO EVERYONE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/buggy-is-a-car-accessible-to-everyone) - We live in a time when everything (well, almost everything) can be bought in a store - if only there was money. But, alas! There is always not enough money. In addition, not everyone is satisfied with the technical characteristics of commercial products. So you have to “turn on your head” and engage in amateur
- [FROM CATAMARAN TO TRIMARAN](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/from-catamaran-to-trimaran) - In my previous article (see “M-K” No. 12-2019 and 1-2020 ) I talked about the experience of building and operating a collapsible planing catamaran of the Craig Cat type. Such a craft can be equipped with a 12-15 hp motor. and a crew of two people go on plane and joyfully move at a speed
- [NO NEED TO TURN THE PEDALS!](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/no-need-to-turn-the-pedals) - Having collected several gasoline homemade products, I decided to move with the times and turned my attention to electric vehicles. No stand-up type devices, simply put, scooters, which are now very popular, will do - I need ease of riding and a good range, at least 100 km. So, I will reinvent the wheel again!
- [Amphibious vehicle "SHAH"](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/amphibious-vehicle-shah) - While still a student at the Faculty of Industrial and Civil Engineering, my father quite often fantasized about technology, transport and various self-propelled mechanisms. I remember, when I was still very young, I opened his notebooks with interest and looked at the diagrams he drew, asking questions. In the 1990s, Dad’s hobby was further developed
- [LED BY THE SUN](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/led-by-the-sun) - It would seem that there is nothing complicated in the design of a bicycle driven by the energy of the sun: install a solar battery of the required capacity and a simple electric motor - and you have a completely environmentally friendly vehicle. And when the sun hides behind the clouds, it doesn’t matter, because
- [FOR THE JOY OF YOURSELF AND OTHERS AROUND](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/for-the-joy-of-yourself-and-others-around) - Many people are now interested in cycling. Kirill Gagloev from Sergiev Posad has been actively riding since childhood; it seems he has tried all possible types of two-wheeled vehicles. Over time, the hobby even grew into a profession: Kirill became a qualified bicycle mechanic. However, this work is seasonal - what to do in winter?
- [CAMPER-DROP](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/camper-drop) - A comfortable motorhome, easy to maneuver and suitable for towing; with a double bed and a fully equipped kitchenette. When plunging into adventure, you don’t have to give up the comfort of home. With this compact trailer, you can take it anywhere as it is smaller and lighter than a full-size trailer. When you find
- [“ROAD TRAIN” WITH YOUR HANDS](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/road-train-with-your-hands) - Despite the abundance of automobile and tractor equipment on sale, interest in homemade structures does not disappear. The main reasons for this are the desire to create something yourself, not to mention saving the family budget, and the lack of cars “to suit your taste” on sale. This is especially noticeable in rural areas. It
- [GLIDES... CAR](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/glides-car) - Curious glances accompany this crew everywhere. And it’s not surprising - it looks too unusual in the traffic... a boat on wheels. We are talking about a vehicle that exists so far in a single copy - the Triton planing amphibian. It was built by a man who, it would seem, is very far from
- [AND THE CARGO IS ON THE TRAILER](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/and-the-cargo-is-on-the-trailer) - When the need arose for a trailer for transporting household goods, the problem of choice arose - which trailer to buy, fortunately there was this choice. But the difference in price was not very noticeable, although the price itself was quite high. In the end I thought - is it worth buying it at all?
- ["BEACH JEEP"](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/beach-jeep) - The idea to build this car came about because my family and I really love active recreation and traveling to our native places. And not only where there are roads, but more often where there are none. The basis was the legendary Soviet SUV GAZ-69, or rather UAZ-69 - the car was developed in Gorky
- [AIRPLANE F-3](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/aviation/airplane-f-3) - In our city of Kingisepp there was a gliding club ROSTO, where I worked as a pilot instructor since 1996. The club had two light aircraft and four gliders. But they were all far from new. ROSTO no longer allocated money for the purchase of new aircraft or repair of old ones. The aircraft equipment
- [“MOUSE” IS THE YOUNGER BROTHER OF “CHEBURASHKA”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/mouse-is-the-younger-brother-of-cheburashka) - Flipping through the 1975 edition of Modelist, I noticed an article in No. 3 about the Cheburashka car, built by young technicians from Tbilisi. I liked the car and decided to make one for my kids. But, taking the “Cheburashka” as a basis, I still had to assemble the little car in my own way
- [MODERN FROM... OLD](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/modern-from-old) - The car in question was created as a cargo vehicle to help survive in our difficult times. My son and I made the car for almost a year. I would like to express my gratitude to the inspector of state technical supervision R.L. Markin. He is also an avid DIYer and has made many things
- [CATAMARAN “FRIZY”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/catamaran-frizy) - By the time of writing these lines, I had built five catamarans of various designs. My friend Anatoly Pavlovich Ignatchenko took an active part in the design, construction and testing of these watercraft. This is not to say that none of them satisfied me. The catamaran with inflatable floats performed well both on the reservoirs
- [CONVERTIBLE FROM THE VILLAGE OF OSTROVTSY](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/convertible-from-the-village-of-ostrovtsy) - Oleg Starikov, an amateur car designer-enthusiast from the village of Ostrovtsy near Moscow, is known to all local technology lovers (and they can safely include the majority of the male population of the village, young and old), who jokingly often call him “Samodelkin” or “Kulibin”. This name is also familiar to readers of our magazine
- [C-6: SIMPLICITY AND RATIONALITY](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/c-6-simplicity-and-rationality) - Winter operation of all-terrain vehicles in the northern regions of our country places a number of specific requirements on it. So, to reduce resistance to movement, the machine must have minimal weight or exert little pressure on the supporting surface and at the same time, to provide the necessary traction, have good adhesion of the
- ["PEGASUS" ON WHEELS](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/pegasus-on-wheels) - The Pegasus automobile studio, which builds cars of the same name, was founded in Yaroslavl in 2003 by Vadim Shustrov. At that time, he had just graduated from Yaroslavl Polytechnic University. But he had experience of close communication with the guys from the MAMI and NAMI design bureaus. He was inspired to create his own
- ["NETI" - AMPHIBIAN AEROSANE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/neti-amphibian-aerosane) - Any snowmobile, including amphibians, has a relatively low load-carrying capacity, and therefore their use is fully justified only under certain operating conditions, which will become clear from what is said below. Our amphibian is a combination of a pleasure boat and a ski. The shape of its bottom is designed for planing on water and
- [CAR FOR THE CITY](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/car-for-the-city) - It is not easy to surprise residents of the city of Tolyatti with a new car. On their streets they are the first to meet promising models from the Volzhsky Automobile Plant and new products from foreign companies. But wherever the miniature yellow car with the cheerful name “Kolobok” appears, it invariably attracts the attention
- [RODSTER FOX](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/rodster-fox) - The FOX roadster project was born in 2004 from a youthful idea to build an open sports car with an original appearance to satisfy personal design ambitions. Back in my school years, I was involved in car racing and was a multiple winner of Russian championships. He studied at the Yaroslavl Polytechnic University at the
- [PARKING PLACE… BALCONY](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/parking-place-balcony) - Simplicity and originality are the distinctive features of the “hummingbird” microcar. It was built by young technicians from the “Eternal Search” club in Kharkov. Not a cloud in the sky, warm. In such weather it is pleasant to walk around the outskirts of the city. You open the door to the balcony where you keep...
- [HOMEMADE SNOWMOBILE “BUFFIN”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/homemade-snowmobile-buffin) - Remembering the history of the creation of the snowmobile, I realized how long ago my passion for designing equipment began. Even in my youth (and now I’m already a pensioner), I received the specialty of a mechanic and independently mastered welding and other metalworking specialties. But, to be honest, I couldn’t “boast” of my design
- ["MAXI" PASSES THE EXAM](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/maxi-passes-the-exam) - How much mystery was associated with this unusual machine! Journalists called it nothing more than a “nameless car.” And this is understandable - the designers were in no hurry to reveal their plans, talk about their searches, successful discoveries until a real fundamental solution crystallized. On the streets or roads you can often see cars
- [All-terrain vehicle "BRODAGA-YUGRA"](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/all-terrain-vehicle-brodaga-yugra) - The history of the creation of the all-terrain vehicle is quite long. First, I began to adapt the Niva-2121 for movement on our off-road terrain - I installed it on the largest wheels from a Jeep. We rode it with a neighbor (also, by the way, an avid fisherman and hunter), but the cross-country ability
- [FLYING IN THE SNOW](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/flying-in-the-snow) - All-terrain vehicles are my long-standing and enduring passion. For over thirty years now, in my free time, I have been designing and building various all-terrain vehicles. But I have a special passion for snowmobiles: motor skids and snowmobiles, although even among them I give preference to the latter. Probably because he himself once graduated from
- [HOMEMADE THAT SURPRISES PROFESSIONALS](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/homemade-that-surprises-professionals) - Before we start talking about the machine, let’s introduce its creator and author of the article, Yuri Ivanovich Algebraistov. His entire adult life is connected with technology, and most of it with home-made automobile construction - “Samavto”, as this movement is popularly called. He and his car in many ways personify this movement and have
- [CAR ON THREE SQUARE METERS](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/car-on-three-square-meters) - When the little car was pulled out into the yard, someone said in disappointment: “What a little baby we have!” And indeed, while the car was standing in the laboratory of the Young Motorist Club, its dimensions seemed quite acceptable, but on the street... Meanwhile, the design of the microcar was meticulously drawn out and
- [MINI-TRACTOR “Eaglet”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/mini-tractor-eaglet) - The idea to create a mechanical four-wheeled assistant came after several years of cultivating a summer cottage with a homemade walk-behind tractor, which turned out to be very heavy and difficult to control and was quite exhausting during the agricultural work season. And on top of that, I wanted to have a universal machine that
- [MUSHROOM “GOAT”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/mushroom-goat) - Starting the story about a home-made car, I note that before that I had several factory production cars: “Zaporozhets”, and “Moskvich”, and “Zhiguli”, and “Niva” - each at one time. But on occasion, quite inexpensively, I bought a UAZ-469 car. Frankly, I’ve been eyeing the UAZ for a long time: an all-terrain vehicle like a
- [CATERPILLAR AROUND THE SKI](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/caterpillar-around-the-ski) - The idea of ​​​​making motorcycle sarts, and such that they could be ridden on loose snow, took possession of me a long time ago, about fifteen years ago. But I was in no hurry to get to work; I carefully thought about how I would like my snowmobile to look. So gradually a constructive scheme
- ["LEAR" - OFF-ROAD CONQUERER](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/lear-off-road-conquerer) - The idea to make a cross-country passenger car came to me at the beginning of 2004, when the opportunity arose to purchase a “killed” Mitsubishi-Pajero all-terrain vehicle - only the body remained suitable for use. The power unit, transmission and chassis were in such poor condition that it was not economically feasible to restore them
- [BUGGY "KVP"](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/buggy-kvp) - Today is a story about the buggy-350, created in the auto design laboratory of the city of Kharkov under the leadership of V. L. Taranukha. According to the results of our competition for 1975, this machine is the best in its class, and its creators were awarded a diploma from the Modeler-Constructor magazine. Valery Leonidovich
- [VELOMOBILE FOR RECORDS](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/velomobile-for-records) - The term velomobile, which summarizes all wheeled vehicles with muscular traction, has been used in our country since the mid-1970s. M-K spoke about the Vita velomobile of Kharkov resident Yu. Stebchenko, as the first sign of an emerging type of vehicles, back in issue No. 7 for 1976. In the rest of the world, only
- [SAILING BOAT UNIVERSAL](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/sailing-boat-universal) - If you manage to build such a mini-sailboat, you will immediately become the owner of a whole “fleet”! In fact: the boat of the proposed design, called “Hummingbird” by the author for its diminutiveness, as a result of a very simple conversion can become a dinghy, a windsurfer, and a rowing boat. Moreover, it will
- ["YAUZA" - A CAR FOR THE CITY](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/yauza-a-car-for-the-city) - “I intend to build a car for widespread use. It will be large enough to fit an entire family, but small enough for one person to operate it. It will be made of the best material and constructed using the simplest methods possible in modern technology. Despite this, its price will be so low that
- [TRACTOR “HUMMINGBRI”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/tractor-hummingbri) - A thrifty owner, especially a rural resident, does not have too much household equipment. So I got another mini tractor. As usual - homemade (you can see about my previous work in “M-K” No. 1-2023 ). This time, in addition to functionality, increased attention was paid to aesthetics and ergonomics. I wanted to get not
- [BIPLAN CHERNIKOV](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/biplan-chernikov) - Last summer, the head of the aviation club of the Vnukovo House of Culture (Moscow), amateur pilot Andrei Chernikov, demonstrated quite complex aerobatic maneuvers over the Razdolye airfield in the Vladimir region on a single-seat biplane he designed and built with his own hands. The aircraft does not yet have an airworthiness certificate due to
- [PLOW, MOW AND CHANGE HACKS](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/plow-mow-and-change-hacks) - In rural life there are many labor-intensive jobs that nevertheless need to be done quickly, for example: in the spring - sowing, in the summer - haymaking, harvesting - in the fall and, finally, snow - in the winter. When performing them, if there are no numerous assistants, you cannot do without means of mechanization.
- [“VALGA-COMBI” – CAR MADE OF PLYWOOD](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/valga-combi-car-made-of-plywood) - Automotive design is a long-time passion of Krasnoyarsk resident Vladimir Aleksandrovich Gassan. Readers interested in homemade cars will probably remember both “ Mini-Valga ” and “ Buggy-350 ”... And here is another, just completed work. But unlike the previous ones, where V. A. Gassan was both a developer and a builder of cars, here he
- [COUNTRY MOTOR ASSISTANT](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/country-motor-assistant) - Several years ago, our family purchased a summer cottage that had not been cultivated for a long time. An attempt to dig it up by hand was unsuccessful and we were forced to hire people who plowed our site with a walk-behind tractor. They paid a decent amount for this. And then I thought that
- [SEVEN SEATER “KOMAR”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/seven-seater-komar) - A friend of mine started making the car we are talking about in the late 1980s, when automotive abundance was just around the corner, but we didn’t know about it yet. However, as soon as he made the frame with suspensions, his enthusiasm dried up; I had to continue building the car. Having assessed my
- [BIPLANE "GRASSHOPPER"](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/biplane-grasshopper) - Building my own plane has been my dream since childhood. However, I was able to implement it not so long ago, although I paved the way to the sky in military aviation, and then on a hang-glider. Then he built an airplane. But the lack of experience and knowledge in this matter also produced a
- [MICROCAR “DRUZHOK”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/microcar-druzhok) - The “Druzhok” microcar is a car... for kids. It was created in the experimental modeling and design laboratory of the Young Technicians Club of the Novosibirsk Academic Town. Despite its small size, it has everything like a real car: engine, gearbox, driveshaft, closed rear axle with differential and other components. The open body is very
- [INSTEAD OF A SHOVEL - A MICROCHAVER](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/instead-of-a-shovel-a-microchaver) - “Hello, dear editors! I have been prescribing M-K since 1969. I made a number of homemade projects based on the magazine's drawings. I am, as they say, one hundred percent happy with them. I am especially pleased with the Amurchonok microtractor, which has become my reliable assistant. He will plow the ground and do the weeding,
- [BOAT-QUASI CAR](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/boat-quasi-car) - The boat, called "Quasi," always caused a sensation on reservoirs. Initially, attention was drawn to its purely automotive appearance, emphasized by wheels painted on the sides. Upon closer acquaintance, the comfort in the cabin, good speed characteristics, maneuverability, and controllability were enchanting. And enthusiasts of handcrafting were more attracted to the technology of hull manufacturing,
- [MOTOBLOCK-WHEEL](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/motoblock-wheel) - The proposed development is intended for plowing a small garden plot with a mini-plow, loosening the soil using a rotary tiller. Additionally, this motor block can be used for planting and hilling potatoes. The "heart" of the mechanical assistant (power unit) is the engine from the "Electron" scooter with forced air cooling and handles for
- [Nimble, wheeled, with reverse](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/nimble-wheeled-with-reverse) - For enthusiasts who enjoy crafting and working with agricultural machinery, I consider myself among them for many years. Being a regular reader of "Modelist-Constructor," I have manufactured (with the help of journal developments) a mower, a mini-moped for hay transportation, an all-terrain vehicle on pneumatics, several mini-tractors, and my best DIY creation, in my opinion,
- [Go-kart "KHADI-ELECTRO"](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/go-kart-khadi-electro) - At the start of the competition, when all the cars line up in rows in front of the white line, this kart can easily get lost among its counterparts. The same wheels, a seat, and a steering wheel familiar to the eye... The only difference is that its engine does not emit deafening popping sounds
- [TO YOU, GROUNDWORKERS!](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/to-you-groundworkers) - Universal walk-behind tractor designed by V.N. Arkhipov is simple to manufacture and convenient to use. Use our drawings, and a small metal plow will take on the most labor-intensive work in your suburban area. As evidenced by the mail, the "Small Mechanization" section is very popular among people whose work is somehow connected with agricultural
- ["GROUPASS" BUSINESS AND SPORTS](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/groupass-business-and-sports) - As a rule, the structures of velomobiles made by DIY enthusiasts correspond to their intended use. That is, if a velomobile is designed for sports, high-speed races, then all its structural features correspond to this, and it is unlikely that an elderly person will be able to use such a vehicle for daily trips. Conversely,
- [GYM IN THE APARTMENT](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/gym-in-the-apartment) - Even in a small room, you can create a space for a sports corner, which is essential for the normal development of a child. "Club of Home Masters" has already introduced similar designs; today we offer another option, made entirely of wooden parts. Interest in a "stadium" at home is enormous, especially for families with
- [AIRMOBILE PARAGLIDING](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/airmobile-paragliding) - Construction of a cart for a paraglider was preceded by a simple passion for paragliding, which did not come immediately. Initially, I flew on airplanes (I have a pilot's license) and hang gliders. But once I flew on a paraglider, I became seriously interested in it. I think it's comparable to sailing a yacht with
- [ARCH TO ARCH - GREENHOUSE READY](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/arch-to-arch-greenhouse-ready) - The arched structure, under all other equal conditions, will always be stronger, more reliable, and cheaper than structures of other types—especially when the arch itself consists of rods working only in tension and compression. This was appreciated by the famous mechanic Kulibin, who created a large-scale model of an arched bridge to connect the banks
- [WALK UNDER SAIL](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/walk-under-sail) - When in your "arsenal" there is a rowing boat and you have developed a taste for water trips, undoubtedly the thought has crossed your mind more than once to equip it with light and beautiful sails, so that you can feel the pleasant elasticity of the summer breeze in them, holding your almost yacht at
- [DOUBLE SEDAN](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/auto-show/double-sedan) - The homemade microcar "Laika" is a frameless all-metal construction. Despite its small size and simplicity, the car provides comfortable seating for two people (driver and passenger), has two trunks, is sturdy, and maneuverable. Thanks to its low weight, high body, low engine power, relatively small wheels, and rear-wheel drive, Laika's off-road capabilities are quite high.
- [WHAT CAN “CINDERELLA” CAN?](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/what-can-cinderella-can) - “CINDERELLA” — that's what the creators, students of the Sever School, named this versatile agricultural machine. The microtractor can perform over a dozen various operations: plowing, seeding, planting potatoes, thinning beets, mowing, and more. Improvements to "CINDERELLA" are ongoing as the students learn to operate it with other agricultural tools. The versatile small-sized agricultural machine
- [BRO-11M - A STEP TO THE SKY](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/bro-11m-a-step-to-the-sky) - Did you know that many amateur-built aircraft have the BRO-11M glider as their basis - the initial training glider from the well-known Lithuanian aircraft designer B.I. Oshkinis? Quite simple to manufacture and reliable in operation, designed based on the principles of the classical school of aircraft design of the 1930s, the glider won the favor
- [TRICYCLE "MARCH"](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/tricycle-march) - In the club of young technicians in the Novosibirsk Academic Town, in the laboratory of experimental modeling and design, off-road vehicles called "Marsh" tricycles have been designed and built. The tricycle features a modern compact open-body design and a powerful IZH-56 engine installed at the rear above the vehicle's leading axle. The engine is equipped
- [BUILDING A BUNGALOW](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/building-a-bungalow) - "What kind of terem-teremok is this? It's not low, not high..." The dimensions of the house are indeed small, but, looking at the adjacent descriptions and diagrams, you will see that it has everything necessary. But, as they say, there are options: from the simplest ones depicted in the adjacent drawings to a quite comfortable
- [AMPHIBIAN MUSHROOM PICKER AND FISHER](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/amphibian-mushroom-picker-and-fisher) - FLOATING CAR with an engine from a moped was successfully built by A. Nazarov from Yaroslavl. I want to introduce readers of "M-K" to the assembled amphibian. I designed it to practically solve a whole range of problems and contradictions that arise during the design process. There were quite a few of them, but the
- [BUGGY — RACING OFF ROAD](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/buggy-racing-off-road) - Every Sunday, the gates of the "Buggy-ERMZ" sports section open. Cross-country cars, or buggies, with the characteristic noise of motorcycle engines, emerge onto the factory yard. Today is a training day. On this day, the most enthusiasts gather, and everyone wants to test their skills before the upcoming competitions. After all, the one who shows
- [«BEETLE-42»: TRANSPORT FOR SKY AND EARTH](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/aviation/beetle-42-transport-for-sky-and-earth) - By experience, we know that the appearance of the "Beetle-42" delta wing aircraft evokes many emotions and, naturally, questions. Let's set aside the emotions and focus on the most significant question: why does it have a four-wheel chassis instead of a three-wheel one? Before answering, let's recall that ground vehicles with three-wheel chassis and front-wheel
- [BUILT - AND ON THE TRAVEL](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/built-and-on-the-travel) - My technical creativity began as far back as I can remember. Of course, it all started with models and various useful things. My simple crafts were born at the end of the common yard, in the storage room. I had to be happy with such a place: after all, others didn't even have a roof
- [CATAMARAN “FISH” UNDER SAIL](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/catamaran-fish-under-sail) - In my amateur boatbuilding practice, it turned out that the small two-seater leisure catamaran "Ryba" is far from the first; I built it even later than the large four-seater tourist sea-faring one (also sail-powered). In some aspects, the small boat replicates the large one—for example, the two-hull (or more precisely, two-float) single-masted scheme, the set
- [HE DOESN'T NEED WINGS](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/he-doesnt-need-wings) - The history of creating our autogyro, later named DAS-2M, spans over two decades. The first flight of the DAS autogyro took place in May 1980 in an unpowered version, towed by a "Zhiguli" car. It happened at one of the agricultural aviation airfields near Tula. After the first flight, we realized that the aircraft was
- [FAMILY MINIBIKE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/family-minibike) - According to today's classification, micro motorcycles designed for city use are called this way (their dimensions allow storing the vehicle in an apartment and transporting it in a passenger car). And "family" because the design turned out to be suitable for both me and my son. We built two minibikes: they differ only in headlights
- [“ZOLGA” – THE VELOMOBILE OF OPTIMISTS](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/zolga-the-velomobile-of-optimists) - There are many enthusiasts for whom a velomobile has become not just a hobby but a passionate obsession. And then there are people for whom a velomobile is literally life itself. More accurately, it's about the ability to move around, which, in essence, is interconnected. For such a means of transportation, speed and load capacity
- [All-terrain-snowmobile motorized skis "Blizzard"](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/all-terrain-snowmobile-motorized-skis-blizzard) - In the snowmobile "Blizzard," which I designed based on many developments published in "M-K," elements of the schemes of classic snowmobiles, "amfitrak," snowcat, pneumatic sleds, and aero skis have come together, combining almost all known snowmobile mechanisms. However, my vehicle cannot be attributed to any of these groups - it is a combination of a
- [ON A BIKE FOR... SKIERS](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/on-a-bike-for-skiers) - Attempts to combine a bicycle with skis have been made before. However, the resulting snowcat designs could only be used to ride down hills. Our reader and engineer L. Gurfinsky, along with his friends, managed to construct a simple reciprocating mechanism that transforms the snowcat into a ski-bicycle: now it can be ridden both downhill
- [“TOURIST” IS THE YOUNGER BROTHER OF “VOLYN”](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/tourist-is-the-younger-brother-of-volyn) - Several minutes before the opening of the amateur car design show of 1966 in Moscow, an unusual microcar with an equally unusual trailer attached rolled up to the starting line. Both the car and the trailer were completely flat: the height of the body did not exceed the diameter of the wheel from the early
- [PAIR TO ORDER!](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/pair-to-order) - It is not in vain that they say, "The bath steams, the bath heats, the bath fixes everything." Unfortunately, for many, the meaning of this folk wisdom becomes apparent too late, when the list of illnesses begins to approach a critical point. And yet, it seems so simple, as the old folks taught: a hot
- [ROCKET HAWK](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/world-of-models/rocket-hawk) - Models of this type have many times built by the guys from the mug space modeling of station of young technicians of the city of Elektrostal. They especially appreciate its "Hawk" because it is made from material in the public domain (Linden, pine, paper), and thus has good performance as in the active phase (engine
- [DOVES, FLY!](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/world-of-models/doves-fly) - This model is very popular among French children: because making it requires merely a sheet of drawing paper with a size of 20X24 cm, divided into centimeter squares. The Central squares (see Fig.) bisect. The model is symmetrically plotted on the squares and cut. Then fold along the dotted lines and glue the fuselage. The
- [WITH SOAP AND WATER — EASY](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/good-recommendations/with-soap-and-water-easy) - Sawing boards solid wood, usually associated with jamming of the cutter, and its teeth bite into the material is hard, especially if you need to cut across layers. It will succeed easily, if you previously saw to grate soap.
- [THE GALLEY ON WHEELS](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/the-galley-on-wheels) - Travelers of all time, especially on long routes, had a lot of problems with not only cooking in marching conditions, but the transportation of products. These problems are present today, even for lovers of holidays on wheels. A big challenge for the campers are packing and affordable accommodation products required for cooking in the way.
- [THE BAG OF THE TOURIST](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/the-bag-of-the-tourist) - Travel wallet in French means "necessary". Usually this kit for anything in a special case. Well-known bags nail, drawing (drawing), road, containing Cutlery or toiletries. Tourists are more satisfied with a homemade bag as it can be equipped according to individual needs, to make lighter, more compact, with the features of a marching life. These
- [GARDEN ON THE WINDOWSILL](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/good-recommendations/garden-on-the-windowsill-2) - Those who are engaged in home hydroponics and growing seedlings or herbs on the windowsill, suggest of plastic bottles to make excellent vessels for growing greens. ...
- [THE TABLE IN THE GARDEN](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/the-table-in-the-garden) - The combined table that you see in the picture, designed for garden or suburban area. It can be easily disassembled, so it is possible for winter to hide in the barn or under the canopy. It is assembled from two shaped racks connected in the middle and on the edges of the planks with screed
- [FIGHTER AND-1](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/from-paper/fighter-and-1) - FIGHTER AND-1. Scale model 1:33. I-1(Il-400Б) first Soviet fighter monoplane. The first Soviet fighters were developed under the leadership of N. Polikarpov (in collaboration with I. M. Kostkina) and D. P. Grigorovich under the one in the early 20-ies of the licensed motor water cooling "liberty" with a capacity of 400 HP The name of
- [SEAPLANE W-2](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/from-paper/seaplane-w-2) - SEAPLANE W-2. Scale model 1:33. In Russia in the late 20-ies of the last century there was an urgent need in small aircraft for communication with remote facilities. Especially this problem existed in the Northern regions, Siberia and the far East, where there was no other means of communication. In 1928 the Leningrad young
- [Kyosho Lamborghini C-1](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/radio-model/kyosho-lamborghini-c-1) - Lamborghini C-1 CAT - model racing boats internal combustion engine, developed in collaboration with Lamborghini. The boat more than a meter and is equipped with a powerful engine will make You and others forget about the fact that You control only model - speed performance exceed all expectations! The case of the "catamaran" provides
- [MOSKVICH 400](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/auto-show/moskvich-400) - He appeared on the streets of the capital shortly after the war, in 1947. At first glance the design of the car "Moskvin-400" was not fundamental innovations. Its main advantage was a good correlation of parameters of a balanced relationship of technical solutions, comparative simplicity. The team of designers and technologists of the plant from
- [THE GLIDER "SLAVUTICH-UT"](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/the-glider-slavutich-ut) - The design of the "Slavutich-UT" is a classic: tubular frame, cable system stretching and edging with the main elements of armor. The device is equipped with removable wheels and safety antieconomy device. The kit also includes a suspension system. The frame is tubular, the main elements are connected together pivotally in the nasal, Central and
- ["BUILDING" MATERIAL - PAPER](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/world-of-models/building-material-paper) - With 2010 came into force changing the rules of competition flying the sport in Russia. It touched upon the technical requirements. Continue the body of the model rocket for flight duration in boys up to age 14 must be made of paper. I must admit that "rocket men" of Moscow, Sergiev Posad and Elektrostal long
- [The RAF "Latvia"](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/auto-show/the-raf-latvia) - Race through the streets of a nimble brightly painted machinery-trailers with checkered Board. Scurry Shuttle for precise routes, working tirelessly from morning to night. On the hood of each is an inscription: "Latvia" and the logo: "the RAF"... The minibuses. Machine in current conditions, when the streets become more and more close, when a slow
- [THE FUSE IN THE AC CIRCUIT](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/himself-an-electrician/the-fuse-in-the-ac-circuit) - Circuit of electronic fuse alternating current, represented in the figure, protects the circuit in which the output is regulated by the triac (or just the triac operates in the mode "connect - disconnect") by removal of the control signals when current exceeding the specified value (emergency operation). If the current exceeds the limit value, the
- [MAIN BATTLE TANK Leopard 2](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/armor/main-battle-tank-leopard-2) - After the termination of cooperation with the United States of works on creation of a promising tank MBT-70 in Germany, decided to design a tank of the 3rd generation of their own. By the time the tank in Germany was fully restored, and the German specialists have gained considerable experience in the creation and improvement
- [CAMPER FOR TWO](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/camper-for-two) - Universal trailer for a passenger car. My wife and I often leave your car in the recent trip to fish on the lake, in the woods for mushrooms. And in these travels we never get enough of the trailer, a kind of compact, camper, and where you can safely sleep and eat, regardless of what
- [HOT GLASS CUTTER](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/good-recommendations/hot-glass-cutter) - This unusual method of forming holes in the glass not only allows you to do without a glass cutter, but provides the ability to shaped cut-outs and, thus, the details of sheet of different thicknesses. After application to glass need lines take an ordinary soldering iron and touch the edge of the glass with a
- [SCRAPER — EACH BRUSH](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/good-recommendations/scraper-each-brush) - When you have to prepare for painting surface with long layers previous updates, it is always difficult to remove them. The work will be simplified if it is to make a special scraper made of wooden planks with arched fixed on her with the blade of a hacksaw on metal (with a pre-holiday fire): her
- [Porsche 911 GT3 RSR](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/radio-model/porsche-911-gt3-rsr) - All-wheel drive R / C model Porsche 911 GT3 RSR on the chassis of the entry-level Fazer. Chassis Fazer is equipped with an internal combustion engine Kyosho nitro type GF-16SG and a fully installed and configured radio system Kyosho Perfex/Futaba KT-6. Fully assembled and ready to set Porsche 911 GT3 RSR , requires only
- [PANTRY FOR HARVEST](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/pantry-for-harvest) - The development of the garden associations, the construction of houses and cottages caused an increased interest in structures designed to preserve the generous gifts of autumn. In recent years, many gardeners prefer to store their harvest directly on the site. However, this often leads to inevitable disappointment, as it is performed sometimes without the necessary
- [COTTAGE ON WHEELS](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/cottage-on-wheels) - Offer readers a description of the design built my trailer. The creation of this garden on wheels gave me the tools and guidance previously published in the journal (for example, No. 8 1969). But much had to think out myself. The trailer was simple in design, compact to transport, convenient to the Parking lot in
- [The world's fastest car](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/news-news/the-worlds-fastest-car) - The world's fastest ready the car from 0 to 160 km/h in just over 5 seconds! Up to 160 km/h out of the box! New ESC Mamba Monster Extreme from the American company Castle Creations. New Traxxas Big Block motor, created in collaboration with Castle Creations. New pistol remote control Traxxas TQi 2.4 GHz with
- [SURVIVOR An-26](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/aviation/survivor-an-26) - The first radical modification of passenger aircraft An-24 began its military transport version of the an-26. Today this machine is so popular that without it can not do either military or civil operators, and replace her in the next five years is not expected. The aircraft was designed for air landing and airdrop of men
- [CALLING IN A WHISPER](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/good-recommendations/calling-in-a-whisper) - Old alarm clocks and many doorbells and telephones emit a signal due to the blows of "hammer" metal hemisphere of the bell. If you are annoying it's pretty sharp rattling, stick a bell in place of hitting it square of adhesive tape or medical adhesive tape device will beep "whisper". .
- [HILLER-"PODRUCHNIK"](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/hiller-podruchnik) - Tell us about your garden "helper" - a self-propelled motorcyce-cultivator with gauge device the Main purpose of this soil-cultivating Assembly is in the care of plantings of potatoes: post-harvest processing between rows to remove weeds, loosening the soil, hilling plants. At the stage of choosing construction and design have read several articles of a multi-year
- [TANK "TYPE 98" ARMY OF CHINA](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/armor/tank-type-98-army-of-china) - The Chinese tank "Type 98" is considered a model of armored vehicles of the third generation. The engineering of this started back in the 1970s, Then developed experimental tanks WZ-and WZ 1224-1226 and a model of "Type 90-II". But only in the mid-1990s, North China research Institute of mechanical engineering No. 201 in Beijing in
- [The flight program of MAKS-2011](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/news-news/the-flight-program-of-maks-2011) - Studio "Wings of Russia" offers aviation enthusiasts a unique opportunity to see the flight program and aircraft Salon MAKS-2011. Flights taken by the operators of the Studio during rehearsals and in the first days of the exhibition. The video presents: - multi-role fighter of the fifth generation T-50 (PAK FA); - multi-purpose fighter
- ["PIONEER" CARDS FOR BEGINNERS](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/pioneer-cards-for-beginners) - Class cards pioneer is the smallest of the sports racing cars. The working volume of its engine is only 50 cm3. These cards are build for racing, involving boys aged 9 to 16 years. Unfortunately, the industry these machines are not yet released, and they are created in sections and circles. Unlike "adult" go-karts "pioneer"
- [WICKERWORK IN RUSSIA](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/wickerwork-in-russia) - The oldest crafts - weaving - has always been honored in Russia. And was put on the importance often above all else. Even mentioned: "It pletenica about the gold pure." And why not just cut a master so ancient rakomelo! Of bird cherry bar, for example, wove away the sled, light carriage, suitcases and travel
- [RETVIZAN](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/from-paper/retvizan) - SQUADRON BATTLESHIP RETVIZAN. Scale model 1:200. "Retvizan" (in translation from the Swedish "war CRY") a Swedish ship of the line captured in battle on 26 June 1790. Preserved in the Russian Navy, its name is traditionally passed to the sailing steam ship line, and then to the squadron battleship. The history of this vehicle began
- [LIGHT CRUISER "RED CAUCASUS"](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/from-paper/light-cruiser-red-caucasus) - LIGHT CRUISER "RED CAUCASUS" Scale model of 1:200. The history of this ship began on the eve of the first world war. 18 Oct 1913 in Nikolaev, the laying of two light cruisers. One of them, which later became the "Red Caucasus", was named "Admiral Lazarev". The hull was launched only on June 8, 1916,
- [THE LEAK WILL CEASE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/good-recommendations/the-leak-will-cease) - Sometimes in the old pipes rust gradually eats the metal, and formed a fistula-a small hole, which begins to beat a thin fountain of water. To eliminate it before a locksmith will be able and by if are shown on the drawing. On the hole covered with a bandage of soft rubber, which is pressed
- [SHOVEL-DUMPER](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/shovel-dumper) - It would seem that so simple a tool is the shovel, that to change it or to improve its design is hardly possible. Yes, the handle of the bayonet - that's the device. However, there are many variations of this quite ancient agricultural (and not only!) guns. And the search for its modernization continues. Including
- [FULL KVADR](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/full-kvadr) - Introducing the ATV, our constant author S. Pletneva from the city of ocher, Perm territory. Once they built the machine indicative of the increased level of development and skills of its Creator. However, judge for yourself... A year passed since then, when leaving the garage, tried out your first ATV with rear driving wheels
- [STEP BY STEP](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/marine/step-by-step) - Every time I talk about the French ships of interwar buildings, we have to remember the relevant Italian. The constant rivalry between the two Mediterranean Nations forced the designers to carefully look, and what happens "over there by the fence"? So the development of the French light cruisers, although in this case the engineers and
- [SIMPLEST ANTI-THEFT DEVICE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/simplest-anti-theft-device) - What devices are invented so that the attackers couldn't steal a car. Steering lock, gear shift knob, wheels, dodgy electrics off, the impact on the psyche of a siren, light shows and much, much more. And yet... the thefts occur. Stealing not only expensive cars, but even battered "Lada", causing their owners considerable surprise. However,
- [THE POOL OF TIRES](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/the-pool-of-tires) - In the place where I decided to build a pool near the farmhouse, was an old pond that once served as a fire pond, and dog walking for Pets geese and ducks. But as time passed: for fire protection purposes now have running water, and the house became a cottage and birds do not hold
- [FIGHTER I-5](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/from-paper/fighter-i-5) - FIGHTER I-5. Scale model 1:33. The history of this car, dubbed the I-5, began in the summer of 1927, when Polikarpov developed a preliminary draft of the fighter under the British motor Bristol "Jupiter" is one of the best in those years of power density. This gave the opportunity to provide good maneuverability and rate
- [TO FIX WITHOUT MOUNTING](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/good-recommendations/to-fix-without-mounting) - So will be able to do if you need to glue some detail to a vertical surface. There is a simple way really allows you to do in this case bezdolnogo temporary fasteners will be replaced by pressure: the load suspended as shown in the figure. .
- [GARAGE-TYPE "SHELL"](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/garage-type-shell) - The garage-type "shell" have already become usual for our urban yards. However, in many cases — for example, in the country — you can install a simplified shelter, make on to the motorist. So soft "shell" consists of seven frames mounted on the two grounds from boards in the thickness 40 — 50 mm and
- [STIRLING ENGINE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/stirling-engine) - The Stirling engine is a heat engine invented by Robert Stirling in 1816. It differs from the internal combustion engine because the fuel burns outside the engine, making it much easier to manufacture. There are Stirling engines that run from the heat of your hands, although they are a little harder to build. The Stirling
- [RECUMBENT IN BOX](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/recumbent-in-box) - Once the attention of mushroom pickers has attracted tourist from approaching trains in bright veloform, helmet with "cello" in the case behind. Removing the box and opening his zipper, took out of it... brilliant frame with wheels. A few motions - and before the astonished mushroom was already a three-wheeled velomobile. The box on the
- ["HANGER"... FOR PANTS](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/good-recommendations/hanger-for-pants) - When there are no currently existing specialized clamp "hangers" for trousers, help simple improvised, which nevertheless will be securely cope with their functions. Moreover, their production would not require much labor or time. Make them succeed in just a minute. It will be enough to bend this bow-shaped bracket of suitable thickness and stiffness of
- [REED SECURITY — SIMPLY AND EFFICIENTLY](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/devices-helpers/reed-security-simply-and-efficiently) - Security systems are a rapidly developing area of modern electronics. Published a huge number of various schemes and designs that can make anyone a couple of times was holding the soldering iron. For example, "electronic security guards" can warn of an intruder enters the premises or to signal the presence of the recorder for unauthorized
- [B-25 Mitchell Bomber](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/radio-model/b-25-mitchell-bomber) - RC replica model in 1/9 scale American bomber during the Second World war. Model made from balsa and plywood construction designed for use with internal combustion engines. Includes: fuselage, wings, empennage, thrust, fuel tanks, hardware parts of the cockpit, arrow, weapons Bay, weapons. Size: Length: 1795 mm Wingspan: 2255 mm Wing area: 66,8
- [THE SHIP IS ON THE TABLE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/world-of-models/the-ship-is-on-the-table) - To make a model of the ship, which would be a decoration in the house I wanted for a long time. But all that couldn't decide what military ship to take over the original ones seemed too complicated to manufacture, others pretty boring. But somehow at leisure, leafing through the binder "Modeller-designer", in the old
- [GARDEN, MAJOR](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/garden-major) - After the construction of cottage or garden house, as a rule, there remains a lot of unused construction material suitable for auxiliary facilities on the site. For example, the remaining timber can be used for making stationary, capital bench. One of the variants of such design offers the Hungarian magazine", Earmaster". Everything in it is
- [THE FIGHTER-15](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/from-paper/the-fighter-15) - THE FIGHTER-15. Scale model 1:33. I-15 is one of the best in world practice of aircraft construction of samples of a fighter-biplane - has been developed in 1933 in Polikarpov design Bureau. The scheme and design of the I-15 was a further development of fighter I-5, but had better aerodynamics and a much more powerful
- [CAR AMO F-15](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/from-paper/car-amo-f-15) - CAR AMO F-15. Scale model 1:25. Car AMO-f 15 (1924-1931) was the development of the Italian truck FIAT-151ter. The first ten cars were collected from 1 to 6 November 1924 and was presented during a demonstration on 7 November of the same year, on red square. All trucks were painted red. The quality of the
- [JAR OUTDOORSMEN](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/jar-outdoorsmen) - "Surgery" on the site Approaching the long-awaited season for lovers of skiing hikes of the day off. Nice and easy will playfully glide on skis along well-trodden paths in the Park or the suburbs, bypassing the dangerous descents or too sharp turns. However, this option is not always available, especially in Hiking cross-country and even
- [WELDING... WATER](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/welding-water) - I'm a longtime subscriber of your magazine, use a lot of printed in it. I especially liked the article "Fire... of water", published in "M-K" № 7, 1980. The description made the cell, and it has become a necessary tool in my workshop. Soon, however, the design was disappointing. Large (20 kg) mass of the
- [THE MAN WITH WINGS](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/news-news/the-man-with-wings) - A Dutch engineer has built cybercrime , and to be able to manage them-used the joystick to consoles and accelerometer disassembled "Google phone", as well as thought of placing his wings engines with a total capacity of 2 kW. The wings were made of fabric on a rigid frame; each weighs only a kilogram, despite
- [THE FIRE IN THE BARREL](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/good-recommendations/the-fire-in-the-barrel-2) - On a country or a plot over time, accumulate debris that owners tend to burn in the fire, that is unsafe in the fire relation. Much better for these purposes to have a special stove, make that very easy. In a conventional 200-liter barrel available method (welding, drill, chisel) have several ash-pit hole with a
- [Flyboard – jetpack](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/news-news/flyboard-jetpack) - The market active leisure has added exotic aircraft. The French offered to buyers of the kit can turn an ordinary jet database to run in the sky jetpack. Inventor Franky Zapata (Zapata Franky) and his company, Zapata Racing (manufacturer of jetski) has introduced its new and unusual product – jet pack FlyBoard. In the air
- [CORROSION THREADED CONNECTIONS](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/corrosion-threaded-connections) - During repair works of structures with steel threaded connections of the work items that have to deal with the complexity of their separation due to corrosion of the thread. These phenomena can be caused by the influence of precipitation, condensation as a result of temperature changes, as well as in cases of operation in different
- [SANI - "ATV"](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/sani-atv) - If you remember that sports cross-country skis designed for movement, mainly for the track, and a wide hunting transcend any snow, it will be very clear what the proposed design is a home-made sled is significantly different from all sorts of store: first of all, that doesn't require groomed snow slopes. Even quite popular now
- [BATTLESHIP "ADMIRAL USHAKOV"](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/from-paper/battleship-admiral-ushakov) - COASTAL DEFENSE BATTLESHIP "ADMIRAL USHAKOV". Scale model 1:200. One of the most famous ships of the Russo-Japanese war, the battleship "Admiral Ushakov" was laid on 22 October 1892 at the shipyard Baltic shipyard in St. Petersburg in accordance with the shipbuilding program in 1881, launched in October 1893 and commissioned in 1896. In addition to
- [YOUR FIRST INDOOR MODEL GLIDER](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/world-of-models/your-first-indoor-model-glider) - Watching how experienced modelers send in the flight record of the aircraft, one might wish to try their hand and make a small plane with his own hands. It passed through many generation of Amateur designers -making the simple model, was fond of a more complex apparatus, gradually improving his skills. Below we will explain
- [GLUE THE LINOLEUM...](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/good-recommendations/glue-the-linoleum) - Simple home technology allows to obtain a universal adhesive, which is applicable for the connection details from a variety of materials. For its production is taken linoleum old varieties, crushed and filled with acetone for 10-12 hours. After dissolving, the glue is ready to use, and the density of it is adjustable by adding one
- [All-wheel drive SUV LUAZ-969](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/auto-show/all-wheel-drive-suv-luaz-969) - Even the ancient Romans realized that to quickly get to the farthest provinces of the Empire is possible only in the presence of good roads. This truth was so obvious that laying them in the Roman Empire became a matter of national importance. In the end, the well-preserved Roman road with broken cars still line
- [FAVORITE FINISH](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/favorite-finish) - Union gypsum and cardboard. In modern homes and in the individual construction of partition, suspended ceilings often are made of drywall - this versatile material. The popularity contributes to the fact that it is cheap, non-toxic, flame retardant, suitable for different humidity conditions. In addition, be aware that this sheet of finishing material is made
- [EXACT HIT](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/good-recommendations/exact-hit-2) - Determining the place in the door jamb to nest under the lock bolt, cut out a paper rectangle, the shape is equal to the end of the bolt. Moistened with water one side of this rectangle, attach it to the end of the bolt. Then brush glue on the other (front) side. Close the door
- [THE TRUCK WAS A TRACTOR](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/the-truck-was-a-tractor) - I'm a longtime, or rather, hereditary subscriber of the journal "modelist-Konstruktor". First (1972) the journal was written by my father - Galkin Grigory Petrovich (he is now 80 years old), and then myself. Since the beginning of the output of the app "Aviacollection" - sign on him. How many can remember, our yard has always
- [CAR PLOWING](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/car-plowing) - Motorists that have a cottage or the HOMESTEAD, in the spring together take up the shovel on par with car-free part of humanity. Meanwhile, they could avoid such wastage of own physical effort, shifting a significant part of them on your car. Any car can be a great farmer - you just have to equip
- [TANK SU-122](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/from-paper/tank-su-122) - TANK SU-122. Scale model 1:25. Self-propelled gun SU-122 was developed in November 1942, the design Bureau of UZTM under supervision of L. I. Gorlitskiy. Leading engineer of the car was N. In. Kurin. A sample of the plant (factory designation I-35) was made on November 30, 1942 After the factory test, in the first half
- [APPLES INSTEAD OF... UNDERWEAR](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/apples-instead-of-underwear) - Fans of Apple juice can offer simple to manufacture and does not require significant investment homemade juicer. It is made from an old washing machine. The factory extractor has low performance and poor reliability, because they contain a lot of plastic parts. In my homemade bucket of apples processed in 7 - 10 minutes. For
- [MAGNETIC PROBE WITH ALARM](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/devices-helpers/magnetic-probe-with-alarm) - Of the readers who didn't lose metal parts or tools? Sometimes it happens at the most inopportune time and threatens to permanently stop work. Lost somewhere in the grass screwdriver that fell behind the Cabinet chisel or a failure in a pier of pliers is able to ruffle anyone. In such cases a simple device
- [THE MACHINE OF DRILLS](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/the-machine-of-drills) - Everyone who had to drill holes using a hand drill or a hand brace, knows how difficult it is to keep the drill bit in the desired position (usually perpendicular to the surface of the workpiece). In many cases, to avoid such difficulties helps homemade machine hand drill. Its design can be like this. Thick
- [RUSTIC FENCE RELATIVES](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/rustic-fence-relatives) - (The end. See the beginning here) It is difficult (but apparently impossible) to imagine the way of life of the Russian people without baskets - these baskets are truly versatile, "next of kin" of a village fence. They came, as they say, from time immemorial. There was told its name. After all, "corsite" - the
- [THE DRILL OF DRILLS](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/the-drill-of-drills) - I'm probably not mistaken saying that the majority of home handymen's dream is to have a universal bormashenko. How many opportunities it opens! Engraving, abrasive machining of parts of complex configuration, the manufacture of dies and molds, drilling and countersinking holes located in hard to drill places, jewelry work — this is not a complete
- [THE UNIT IN THE COUNTRY](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/the-unit-in-the-country) - In the country, as shown by many years of experience gardeners for cooking predominantly uses electric. Industrial design of these heating devices, usually equipped with thermostats or as they are called, the power switches. Analysis of the causes of failure of the electric range shown in the S. Privalov (1) showed that a significant percentage
- [THE AIRCRAFT, F-3](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/the-aircraft-f-3) - In our city of Kingisepp were gliding club ROSTO, which I have since 1996 worked as a flight instructor. Of aircraft in the club were two light aircraft, four airframe. But they were not new. Money to buy new aircraft or the repair of old growth is no longer isolated. Aircraft equipment came into disrepair,
- [3D MODEL OF INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINES](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/auto-moto-service/3d-model-of-internal-combustion-engines) - A modern car, most often propelled by an internal combustion engine. Such engines there are so many. They differ in volume, number of cylinders, power, speed, fuel used (diesel, gasoline and gas DVS). But, fundamentally, the device of the internal combustion engine, it seems. As the engine works and why is called a four-stroke internal
- [AND SHARPENING, AND DRILLING, AND MILL](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/and-sharpening-and-drilling-and-mill) - To create a lathe-boring woodworking machine me prompted memories of school days when in the classroom I received the first skills of work on a lathe — lesson interesting and exciting. Since then, as they say, much water has flowed, but the desire to do of wood pieces of furniture with a beautiful chiseled details
- [ONE - TWO](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/one-two) - Of course, easier to repair in the apartment with an assistant. However, one who has experience with Wallpaper, knows, folding smeared adhesive Wallpaper in a certain way, you can cope alone, would have been only a ladder. However, it is only papering the walls. And now often, and the ceiling whitewashed, and paste over Here
- [WITH ONE CALL](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/with-one-call) - In your journal in one of the rooms of yesteryear has published an article — "the plug". I must say that the proposed options combined metal dowels rather complicated to manufacture, but their use is justified for hollow panels and panels of partitions, which in modern buildings are not too frequent. Novosel is usually found
- [THE HUNT FOR HEAT](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/the-hunt-for-heat) - Drafts — no. In the preparation of housing for the winter the first step in city apartments is the sealing of Windows and doors. The simplest solution for Windows is pozatykat cracks and seal them with paper tape. Of course, this measure makes it impossible to open the window for the entire winter, but reduces
- [WATER COOLING THE CPU](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/water-cooling-the-cpu) - In this article I will try to tell about my attempt to make a water cooling system for CPU in the home. This will describe the highlights and technical details on my own experience. If you are interested in a detailed illustrated manual for the manufacture, Assembly and installation of such a system, it is
- [THE FOUNDATION OF THE HOUSE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/the-foundation-of-the-house) - Finnish design houses have established themselves as comfortable, warm and resistant to seasonal phenomena and time. About the peculiarities of laying the basements and foundations of such country houses Builder says Finnish Pentti Jormanainen. Do you know how are called the parts house? If not, carefully review Fig. 1. And what determines the strength of
- ["COPPERBAR" OF "GRINDER"](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/copperbar-of-grinder) - The device, which I have called "cappenberg", I constructed at the time when he decided to make an improvised wheels for walking tractor. Wheels with a diameter of 320 mm were cut using this tool. With a small hand held cutting machine (popularly referred to as "Bulgarian") model GREAPO PG125SE, made her a simple, but
- [THE HANDLE OF THE WRENCH](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/good-recommendations/the-handle-of-the-wrench) - For long distance carrying buckets with cement mortar, wire, shackle mercilessly cuts the hand, even if it is in the working glove. Of course, you can wrap the handle of any thickening. But that's such a fast option — it is enough to use a wrench, as shown in the figure.
- ["RAZLAGALSA" BATTERY](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/devices-helpers/razlagalsa-battery) - On the recommendation of the manufacturer to eliminate the memory effect of Nickel-cadmium batteries (NiCd) should clear their element to 0.4 V. For the implementation of the above requirements and automate the process of disconnecting the battery reaches level 0.4 V the authors propose a simple device. To reduce the disconnection threshold of the discharge
- [MY HOUSE - MY FORTRESS (PART 2)](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/my-house-my-fortress-part-2) - Wall This popular English proverb builders could specify in relation to the construction of the building: its strength depends on three main components: Foundation, walls and roof. Today we will focus on the constructions of external walls. Comments on Finnish Builder Pentti Jormanainen. As is known, the outer wall consists of three main parts:
- [GLUE COOKING](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/glue-cooking) - Advantages of adhesive bonding are well known. So to advertise no need. Amateur masters have long been actively using the method of bonding parts in their designs. Currently, the range of materials has expanded considerably, and each requires its own glue. Need, unfortunately, is not always on sale. But in hardware stores and in the
- [ROLLING WARDROBE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/rolling-wardrobe) - Large sibelectroterm plants from time to time organize specialized exhibitions, where to study avenues its primary products are making their drawings. Among other things come across the description and drawings of a variety of original furniture. This is done in order to interest the buyers in the acquisition of various tools and machines on the
- [PAINTING ALUMINUM PANELS](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/painting-aluminum-panels) - Any front panel aluminum alloy easy to decorative treatment. For example, after drilling holes in them you can first put these parts can be anodized, and then painted. Both processes require no special equipment and can easily be made at home. A small panel anodize in a glass cuvette. It pour distilled water and add
- [TENT STYLE "VAN"](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/tent-style-van) - I was lucky in my youth - got into the stream the student of camp life. On the wave of rapid development among teachers mountain sport trips in our Kurgan machine-building Institute among students have formed groups more accessible pedestrian-"the plains" of tourism. Within these new groups, which turned out to be and I bubbled
- [VENEER DO](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/veneer-do) - During the construction of the models is often necessary to apply a veneer of varying thickness. Typically the desired thickness is obtained by grinding with fungus with glued on end cloth, is inserted in the Chuck of the drilling machine. This method is most affordable, but it has several drawbacks: poor performance, inability to process
- [NOT PUMP AND SPRAY](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/not-pump-and-spray) - Every time the whole family going on vacation, my task is to check the status of our bikes. As a rule, all the nodes are in order except for the tyres: they require periodic pumping. Here is sometimes hard, and much time is spent on it. It was necessary to invent a device that would
- [BOX COLLECTOR](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/box-collector) - My good friend since high school, enthusiastically collected stamps, matchbox labels, pocket calendars. Now his collection continues to children, and himself, he left only one passion: icons. And store came up with the original book, which makes itself as their collection. Material for their production is either thin cardboard or even paper. The basis of
- [AMPHIBIAN ON BED](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/amphibian-on-bed) - We present a prototype of the amphibious machine is a device hovercraft (Ohr) under the name "Aerodzhip", publication of which was in the journal "modelist-Konstruktor" No. 7 for 2007. Like the previous machine, the new machine - a single-engine, single-rotor with distributed air flow. This model is also triple, with the location of the pilot
- [PLOW WINCH...](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/plow-winch-2) - Many rural Amateur designers rightly considered the most promising motoliberty tillage unit. However, it is not without drawbacks. And chief among them is the need every time to drag a heavy plow from the end of the furrow to the beginning, at the same time shifting the very motoliberty a distance equal Majboroda. The fact
- [THE "HAT" FOR THE STRUCTURE.](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/the-hat-for-the-structure) - Well in our time is no less important than before, especially given the popularity of cottage construction. No tap water, even filtered through modern filters can't compare to well. By its usefulness, well deserves to be the visible part of not just served a protective function, but also a decoration, served as a decorative design
- [IN THE END, CRIMSON RING](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/in-the-end-crimson-ring) - I want to share with a favorite magazine his small development. We had a bad, nasty apartment call: rough and very loud. We always flinched when anyone came, and those who called for the first time, too frightened. Although the call was prefabricated, bought - and hung up. But the patience has snapped, and I
- ["PUT ON" THE LADDER](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/good-recommendations/put-on-the-ladder) - Mittens and... old boot - a "dress" for the ladder will protect from the two possible ills from its use. First, will not suffer a Wallpaper or painted surface of the walls from inevitable scratches; the second staircase with this bottom support will never slide even on hardwood or ceramic floor.
- [CAR-TRUCK](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/car-truck) - Car-truck individual in the household - an indispensable means of transport even for those who have a mini-tractor or motoblock with a trailer. Its main advantages - environmentally friendly and quiet, but because the car can even be used indoors. And I in my lifetime have made these trucks a lot for yourself, relatives, friends,
- [NOT IN HAND BUT ON HAND](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/good-recommendations/not-in-hand-but-on-hand) - If you want to poke around late at night in the car engine or look in a dark cellar for pickles, jams, — all lighting required a flashlight. But it is not very convenient, as you have to hold it in your hand, and perform the work of one (other) hand. However, if using rubber
- ["...BEGINS WITH A HANGER"](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/begins-with-a-hanger-2) - Perhaps, after a hot iron main zealot unwrinkled clothes - hanger, or as we call them at home, - shoulders. Oddly enough, the manufacturers (and trade) provide a limited number of options that are widely required in everyday life design. Figure 1 presents the typical and most common types of clothes hangers. This is a
- [PNEUMOCOC IN WINTER AND SUMMER](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/pneumococ-in-winter-and-summer) - Downhill on sleigh with mountains-a fascinating sport and a great way to relax. It is a pity that this pleasure is available only in snowy winter. Summer, spring and fall on such a lesson can only dream of. However, it is possible to make and such a versatile sports equipment that is suited for skiing
- ["SNOWMOBILE" IN FIVE MINUTES](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/world-of-models/snowmobile-in-five-minutes) - You can understand the burning desire of the baby who saw for the first time the competition modelers, asking parents to buy or make him a miniature technique, not postponing it for later when he grows up and goes to a club. Propose a simple dynamic model will be able to help parents in a
- [THE YAK-1B](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/from-paper/the-yak-1b) - THE YAK-1B. Scale model 1:33. Normandie-Niemen - name fighter aviation regiment "Battling France" - acted on the Soviet-German front in 1943-45. the Pilots of the regiment destroyed about 280 and damaged 80 German aircraft. In November 1944 for the differences in the battles for the liberation of Lithuania and in crossing the river Niemen regiment
- ["WATER BUG" - THE FISHERMAN'S BOAT](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/water-bug-the-fishermans-boat) - Some fishing without a boat? Especially on large bodies of water. Want to make an original, near-silent boat? To business, then. Look at the picture. Interesting boat, built on the basis of inner tubes and beach chairs, offers the readers of the American magazine "Popular mechanics". Equipped with oars or a light motor, it is
- [VELOVIC WITH POCKETS](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/tourist-tips/velovic-with-pockets) - Two-wheeled transport — an indispensable tool: the products whether to go to a distant shop or a neighbouring market, potatoes from the garden to bring — but few if any economic goods in need of transportation. However, a standard rear bike helps not always. I propose to produce for these purposes a special velovic —
- [TRUCK-SCARCE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/truck-scarce) - For a long time I enjoyed long ago acquired by manual uniaxial shopping cart (unfortunately, information about the manufacturer not preserved). But remember, in the passport on the cart was given data: load capacity — 25 kg weight — 6.5 kg. the Trolley is made, that is, the conscience, the design is reliable, very simple
- [THE WATER IS HEATED THE SMOKE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/the-water-is-heated-the-smoke) - Having a stove ( coal or wood), it is possible to provide hot water sink in the kitchen and even the shower using the heater device, allowing the use of the heat of the hot gases that are removed through the chimney plate. Design and operation of the device is the following (Fig.1,2). Tube heater
- [Tricopter with a video camera](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/tricopter-with-a-video-camera) - I spent all summer with her son, a soldering iron and Arduino IDE, not in the field with a copter, so now my free translation of article Swede David Windscale (David Windestål, I hope correctly wrote) about the construction of tricoptera — stone with three engines and a rotary mechanism to compensate for the rotation
- [TERRAFUGIA TRANSITION - FLYING CAR](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/news-news/terrafugia-transition-flying-car) - A few days after Google demonstrated the capabilities of the autopilot Toyota Prius, the aerospace company Terrafugia announced the successful test of a flying car. The prototype of the aeroplane, permission for construction was received in July last year, took off and successfully landed on March 23 in Plattsburgh, new York. Terrafugia Transition – the
- [BENCH-CHANGELING](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/bench-changeling) - Compared to a simple bench garden bench with back much easier, and looks nice. However, recent years in urban parks and gardens, and in suburban areas are often on the bench cannot sit down because the seat is stained with traces of dirty shoes. This is a consequence of maloestetichny behavior of youth - fashion
- [SAND FLEA - JUMPING ROBOT](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/news-news/sand-flea-jumping-robot) - Someday there will come a great time and robots of the future will clean our planet from Homo Sapiens. The American company Boston Dynamics makes this the perfect time has come as soon as possible. For fighting in an urban environment these guys come in handy a light scout that can jump into the window
- [THE SOUND WILL BE LOUDER](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/devices-helpers/the-sound-will-be-louder) - In order to obtain a sound signal of high power (10 - 20W) from the simple Assembly of a sound generator, does not require complex amplifiers WOOFER. The generator on the popular chip KP1006BU1 (DA1) is enabled by almost classical scheme and in the description is not needed. The output frequency is approximately 1000 Hz.
- [INSTEAD OF A COAT HANGER](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/good-recommendations/instead-of-a-coat-hanger) - And in the wardrobe in the book (Yes, probably, and in the kitchen), there are always small things that almost prevented the placement of the primary storage. And here come to the aid of ordinary clothespins. Attach them on the inside of the doors - get convenient clips for hanging sheets or flat objects, as
- [HANGER FOR KEYS...](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/hanger-for-keys) - If a little old picture in a frame under glass has not found a place in the room and turned on the mezzanine - take it out and after blowing the dust, breathe new life into it: make of her housekeeper - a kind of hanger for keys. Under the picture will only need to
- [ARSENAL HOME WORKER](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/arsenal-home-worker) - Today's "unobtrusive service", which have to apply for the small problems of household systems, effectively "bite". Even the call an electrician, technician or plumber to diagnose, not to mention the simple elimination of minor faults, is quite expensive. Therefore, minor damage or imperfections is much better to perform on their own. But to do this
- ["SHOTGUN" FOR STEREOFOTO](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/shotgun-for-stereofoto) - Progress in the development of photography in recent years has made it accessible for everyone. Simple photography getting without the hassle is quite cheap, but colorful and high-quality images on materials of different companies in specific locations have forgotten a very interesting area of photography, used the once popular. We are talking about the photo,
- [MY HOME IS MY CASTLE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/my-home-is-my-castle-2) - Regular subscribers know that the individual building our edition pays a lot of attention. Regularly posting a variety of projects of houses and thereby communicating with readers-developers, we have seen that many novice builders-gardeners have little idea about the process of building a house. On the initial stage of construction of the home says a
- [RECONNAISSANCE AIRCRAFT - "ANASAL"](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/from-paper/reconnaissance-aircraft-anasal) - RECONNAISSANCE AIRCRAFT - "ANASAL". Scale model 1:33. "Anasal" - reconnaissance aircraft developed by aircraft manufacturing factory, founded by Arthur Anatra. "Inasal" (Anatra-DS) on a General view, the contours, size and design nearly the same plane "canadia" (except propulsion), but the scope of the upper wing in different instances varied from of 12.37 to 11.42 m,
- [AND VANE, AND A SCARECROW](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/good-recommendations/and-vane-and-a-scarecrow) - It is known that the established garden weathervane with propeller with its constant sound and vibration that is transmitted through the pole into the ground, drives away from the area of rodents and moles. And the Scarecrow in the garden is meant to scare off birds — lovers enjoy the juicy fruit and berries.
- [NECROLATRY TABLE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/necrolatry-table) - "If I get sick — go to the doctors won't; turn to friends..." — wrote the poet J. Smelyakov. But life shows that you have to apply to doctors and friends, because without their help, it is often impossible to do, especially bedridden patients. If bed rest was delayed, it would be nice to make
- [FLASHLIGHT FROM CLOTHESPINS](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/good-recommendations/flashlight-from-clothespins) - A makeshift flashlight can be made from clothespins, two drawing pins, disc batteries and a bright led. Disk battery should be installed between the findings of the led, observing polarity, and secure a linen clothespin.
- [ECONOMIC "BEZDOROZHNIK"](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/economic-bezdorozhnik) - The machine was conceived as a utility vehicle on which to carry at least small loads for the household in terms of "winter" and the winter terrain. Made it mostly from materials available at the time available at hand. Well, the power unit of an old motorcycle "Voskhod" repaired, I have been waiting in the
- [VEGETABLE HARVESTER](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/vegetable-harvester) - Cultivation of land, planting (or seeding) of crops, care for them — it is not only troublesome, but also difficult. Even those who got a dacha, or garden vegetable garden so that you have room to stretch at your leisure or to work for mother earth for his own pleasure, trying to facilitate and mechanize
- [THE JOY OF THE FISHERMAN](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/good-recommendations/the-joy-of-the-fisherman) - Wall shelf with a number pinned to the top of clothespins will help bring order to a set of fishing gear in the form of fishing rods and reels: stuck clothespins, rods will be held securely, and the line will never be mixed together.
- [CUT SLOTS AND GROOVES](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/cut-slots-and-grooves) - In the conditions of a home workshop without special tools and fixtures can be performed, perhaps, only the so-called "collective" keyway: when impaled on the shaft gear or pulley is drilled by the drill joint hole centered on the circle stitching. Then in this hole is inserted a cylindrical key. But such a connection of
- [THE TOWN OF TIRES](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/the-town-of-tires) - For the proposed universal physical campus, classes designed for both teenagers and adults, just a small free site (dimensions 5x5 m), where you can install 8 — 15 shells made independently from abundant materials (waste tires, dismantled metal pipes, rails, concrete pillars, scraps of cables). In this town the shells, it is preferable to place
- [PETMAN - ROBOT MAN](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/news-news/petman-robot-man) - From the futuristic Android turn to more practical developments. A few days ago Boston Dynamics, creators of the infamous Big Dog, posted a video on his other project - Petman. Previously, it wrote, but then development was very raw and what is shown now is really impressive. A little information about the project: Petman is
- ["BOTTLE" HANGER](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/bottle-hanger) - The journal "modelist-Konstruktor", according to my calculations, for a long time can already be entered in the "Guinness Book of world records" for number of published articles on homemade from plastic bottles. Why not just made them attentive readers! Glasses and sockets for jam, glasses and shades, galoshes and beach mattresses, funnels and megaphones, rotary
- [MINI DRYER](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/good-recommendations/mini-dryer) - Box plywood cap on the radiator with a pull-out slatted frame will double the useful work: quick dry hanging wet towels or nappies and simultaneously to humidify the air in the room, which is very important for health.
- [PROPELLER FOR WIND GENERATOR](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/propeller-for-wind-generator) - Unfortunately, problems with electricity occur more often, and there is no guarantee that you will pass this Cup, no matter where you live in the city or in the countryside. To protect yourself in case of "emergency" situation, it's best to purchase a diesel mini-power station, but... not all of it is the pleasure afford
- [TILLER PLUS](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/tiller-plus) - Of course, most men who have garden land or an allotment, there is a walking tractor or tiller, and even Soviet-style — type "Mole", "Bee", "Ural". About them will be discussed. Usually in the second year of operation of such lawn and gardening equipment after winter storage, there is a problem with starting the engine.
- [THE FIRST STEP IN KITING](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/world-of-models/the-first-step-in-kiting) - Serpent pilot-glider.The material world around us is continuously changing, enriching all new components, including emerging technical sports. Thus, only in the last decades there has been a Windsurfing and hang gliding, it has become habitual flights in motor gliders, in the snow more often there are fans monoskis-snowboard and young admirers skibord learned to fabricate
- [WHEN "CONVENIENCE" IN THE YARD](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/when-convenience-in-the-yard) - Any individual developer, since the development of the site or the erection of a house on it, just have to first build at least a small and simple toilet. Although I would note that great solidity of this building is no different even in areas with mansions. But for modern portable toilets easy booth with
- [CRUISING THE "BORDER"](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/marine/cruising-the-border) - Concluding which lasted a quarter of a century the history of the cruisers of the "new generation", it is appropriate to think about "what would happen if...". Sense for the main "if" is easy to guess: the absence of artificial restrictions of the Washington and London treaties that led to all countries to create their
- [ELECTROSHOCK FOR SELF DEFENSE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/devices-helpers/electroshock-for-self-defense) - Among the means of self-defense e-treskovye device (ASH) - not in last place, especially the strength of psychological impact on criminals. However, the costs are considerable, which encourages radio Amateurs to create homemade analogues (detailed material about it see, for example, in No. 5,'99 the magazine "modelist-Konstruktor". Without pretending to sverhordinarnogo and Superviso ideas, suggest
- [The HUT](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/the-hut) - In the folk tale "the Fox, the hare and the rooster" says: "Fox has built himself a hut of ice from snow and ice, and honey - bast, of sturdy twigs Yes dostochek...". However, although there are true tales, but the hare could not build such a material for the entire house, because the phloem
- [CONSTRUCTION OF THE 30 STOREY BUILDING IN 15 DAYS](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/news-news/construction-of-the-30-storey-building-in-15-days) - The Chinese are gradually gaining global market its own brands: a Chinese car, the Chinese household appliances – all this is quite possible to use without fear for their lives and money. But there was a new direction – the Chinese house. 30 floors in 15 days... not mastrovito or build? The latest achievement of
- [PATTERNED FRAME](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/patterned-frame) - For those who do not have the skills in doing the carving, but wants to make a product decorated with a simple pattern, it may be advisable to start with the manufacture of the original frame for the photo. The design of it does not require labour-intensive operations. The stiffness of the frame provide the
- [TRUCK-DUMP TRUCK](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/small-scale-mechanization/truck-dump-truck-2) - This small truck, the shape and size similar to a conventional car, differs from it in that it has two wheels and tipping body. Its other feature is as follows: the chassis is constructed using metal corners 30x30 and 25x25 mm (previously frame old bed). Chassis manufacturer Chassis (Fig.1) consists of longitudinal members (with handles)
- ["COAT" FOR BATTERIES](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/good-recommendations/coat-for-batteries) - AA cells can be installed in a socket of larger diameter than itself, if you wrap it in several layers of paper, foam or any other available material suitable for this purpose. For example, a galvanic cell AAA can be installed in a standard socket AA. If the length of the socket is greater than
- [BOW FROM OLD SKIS](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/good-recommendations/bow-from-old-skis) - As you know, many fans of the game knight battles themselves make for yourself armor, swords, shields and bows. Use a hint how to make a good elastic bow made of two halves of old skis. Cut each ski a necessary part along with toe, connect them together with ties. As ties you can use
- [CONDENSER FLASHLIGHT](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/devices-helpers/condenser-flashlight) - In the memorable 1990-e years I worked at the Kirov plant instrument maintenance computer. Every morning we had to go down to the basement to enable refrigeration. Bulbs in the basement then disappeared, burned out. In short, as a rule, to see the switch, had to use matches: even to buy a flashlight for the
- [I-250 (MIG-13)](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/from-paper/i-250-mig-13) - I-250 (MIG-13). Scale model 1:33. Work on the creation of a fighter pilot naval aviation I - 250 mixed power plant began in accordance with the resolution of the bills from may 22, 1944 at the OKB. A. I. Mikoyan. The first flying prototype of the aircraft, called I-250 were transferred to the factory test
- [WORKBENCH-THE TRIPTYCH](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/our-workshop/workbench-the-triptych) - To design present a universal (I believe) bench is a necessary desktop DIY I came across several years of studying technical creativity. It was designed based on their needs. But I think about the same requirements to such equipment his Studio have most other home handymen. Workbench foldable and small in size. However, due to
- [THE LIGHT FROM THE COMPUTER...](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/good-recommendations/the-light-from-the-computer) - If instead of the computer to an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) connect the incandescent lamp, it can be used as a battery for emergency lighting unit in case of power outage. Because UPS power is several hundred watts, the incandescent lamp is several tens of watts will burn a very long time, and if you
- [VICTORY DAY 2012](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/news-news/victory-day-2012) - May 9, 2012 the former Soviet countries mark the 67th anniversary of Victory in great Patriotic war of 1941-1945. May 9 special the occasion is and the joy of victory and the pain of the millions who died. It is a holiday with tears in the eyes... Low bow and congratulations from all my heart
- ["SNOWMOBILE" WHEELED](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/design/snowmobile-wheeled) - The propeller as the propeller has long attracted my attention. When the "Modeller-designer" were published about cars, it convinced me to make a similar design. Maybe in the proposed aircar (or rather to say - aeromotor) no special innovative ideas, but the value of it is. he is quite simple and make it possible even
- [THE WATER "TOWER"... UNDERGROUND](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/the-water-tower-underground) - To have in the house mansion year-round water system and the more automatic is the dream of any host, it does not have. Of course, building with this purpose, a water tower and to drill a deep artesian wells, hardly anyone of them is ready. Yes, this currently, and no need is created by other
- [VERANDA ON THE UPPER BALCONY](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/veranda-on-the-upper-balcony) - For most Russians the prospect of improving housing conditions is very slim. Therefore, in the existing apartments have to equip the corridors and corners (if any) of all kinds of mezzanines. But if all reserves are exhausted? There is still... a balcony. It can be turned into a porch. It is not so difficult when
- [LIKE MASON](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/good-recommendations/like-mason) - Love your magazine and want to share with readers his "invention". A similar device was published in the magazine, but mine is more versatile. And took it when I had to lay down a brick oven in the bath. Mason I bad, and the bricks were high quality and beautiful, it was a sin to
- [SECRET CASTLE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/own-hands/secret-castle) - On the door there are no visible locks or holes for keys, but it won't open, as if locked from the inside. Knowing its secret, we can say that, because on the other side of the door really is the catch. But it is locked... from the outside, although at first glance it is not
- [THE SHADE FROM THE BOTTLE](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/good-recommendations/the-shade-from-the-bottle) - Motorists in the garage, repairers, plumbing — many useful easy electric lamp-carrying, which can be assembled in a couple of minutes, if at hand Chuck screw with two nuts on it under the ceiling and a large plastic bottle of 1.5 — 2 l From the last cut off the top part, which will serve
- [OUTDOOR SHOWER](https://modelist-konstruktor.org/country-house/outdoor-shower) - When the device of the summer garden shower, individual developers do not always find a technically correct solution to this is not such a difficult task. We will tell you about the most rational designs and will give some practical tips on construction. They will be useful not only in the construction of shower, and

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