Thanks for talking out the trash for me 😂

Most expensive way to spill your drink, when you brush on the button accidentally! Nice build anyway!

Even though I've never built a programmable coffee table this video was sooooo relatable in so many different ways! You've done it again Scott!

I love the idea, my feet are always losing circulation on tables. As a full time software engineer I would have... used a physical latch. Sod that, it looks complicated :)

Building "real stuff" is sooooo hard. Just writing software is (as we all know) a devil. Add wires and sensors and motors and you wonder how people ever build anything that works! What a great project. A+

Hey dude, not sure if anyone mentioned but if you swap out your pins/bolts with something tapered, and you correct the mate so it looks like the mating taper, when the actuator pushes out, it will actually locate the top correctly and it will be much more rigid during use.

The intersection of wood, electronics and code is SO FREAKING COOL.

As a former CE/EE - these are the type of projects I enjoy most. It reminds me why with three little girls, work, and upkeep - I don't need to delve into projects that will pull me down a winding rabbit hole. Thank you for doing it for me. I don't think you give yourself enough credit. Your skills (to me) are really good. I love Pedula and while he is a master, you seem to have a well of potential and skills that other woodworkers lack.

The amount of times that you start a sentence with what sounds like a segue to an ad is insane. I was constantly on edge. Great video!!

Holy cow, Scott!! This table - and this video... incredible. The woodworking side of it, the engineering side of it, the cinematographic side of it. The music, the acting. You are at Leonardo da Vinci-level now, man. When people look back in 500 years. This will blow their mind, like it does ours. I hope the Mrs appreciates it too 😄

Awesome build! I don't know what you used for motors, but generally for precision movements you want to use a stepper motor to stop at an exact point. while regular motors work fine, tuning them to get to a specific place is a headache.

Stunning design. Even a manual flip would have been incredible.

Advice: furniture lasts longer than electronics tend to. When I added electronics to MY table, I stapled a package containing extra electronic parts that might have dodgy availability later. This was wise. Water damage killed an ON-Semi led driver that is no longer made. Instead of needing to redesign the circuit for a new driver, I took one of my five spares ($0.98 each), dropped it in, and fixed the problem. Basically if something is less than a couple bucks, I automatically add the minimum order discount amount. - usually 5 or 10 (when appropriate) so I have spares for my projects.

Humour & technique in the same video, thank you.

Cool glad I’m not the only one that takes twice as long to get something working!

It certainly is a great looking piece in spite of the troubles.

Most people go for function over fashion but you're not most people. You'll probably eventually fix all the broken bits anyway. Posting unfinished projects is inspiring for all the procrastinators.

This is my life in a nutshell. I'm pretty sure the storytelling that lead the video throughout the build made every other maker question all their life decisions a thousand times, but also gave the confidence we need to continue doing unreasonable projects every single day.

You did a great job with the electric hand planer !

Side note on your curved leg... the way to cut with band saw is to keep the off cut... using tape and CA glue reattach the off cut so you can clamp then remove off cut... keep up the great work mate...

Your perspective on and approach to woodworking design and implementation makes me feel validated and even appreciated. The uncompromising and obsessive vision, endless self-recrimination, over-exertion...and even while still criticizing every possible imperfection basking in the satisfaction that it was supremely worthwhile (so long as you needn't turn a profit). I'm so glad I keep my woodworking and electronics/programming hobbies separate though. 😛

Okej, just when I was like 99.99% sure I've seen everything possible on woodworking KZfaq, that the projects and videos all all over again and that I've seen whole KZfaq to use Narex tools from my beloved home country Czech Republic,the algorithm decided to proove that I'm wrong and sent me this man with his motorised master piece 😂 I'm afraid what's coming next,but looking forward for new creations

I just discovered your channel with this video. Thanks for showing what precise and beautiful furniture you can make without the use of so many expensive and specialized tools!

Glad to see the track saw finally found the right address. Lol

Seeing scott stressed i came out of my depression 😊

The leg swoop combining with the apron swoop looks so good

I love the way you and your wife represent real life situations 😎😅

You had the perfect chance to make a cat/coffee yeeting device and you set the speed to at best, cause casual beverage spills. I’m so disappointed there isn’t a troll mode.

EE/CS major here too. I’ve resisted, with some degree of difficulty, not brining Arduinos or LEDs to my projects. I’m not sure if this video reinforced that notion or gives me reason to cave. What I am sure of, is that I loved every minute of it! I was laughing my ass off when you said “time to reprogram the coffee table” 😅. I loved the overall design as well, so give Martha a pat on the back!

Love this! Weeding out those final bugs is always a pain 😅

Great work. Another project I won't be able to reproduce for +5 years.

Beautiful and original thanks

Imagine hearing "Dad, the coffee table needs a software update" what a world 😂

That's some pretty funny stuff. I love how you made it relatable and funny even though you had to be pretty frustrated.

This is the first video I’ve watched. Definitely subscribed. Only thing missing is wireless phone charger. This project is amazing.

Hugely ambitious, awesome aesthetic.

Gorgeous Definition on character. I appreciate it)))

The strangest thing here is that I have never been so excited about a product I have zero desire for. Big thumbs up to this dude! But if he gifts me that gorgeous table, I hope he removes all the really cool bits first.

With some videos, when they reveal how they're going to do something I say "Oh of course! That makes perfect sense! That's definitely the best tool for the job!" This channel sometimes makes me say "There's no way that's the best way of doing that..." but yet I can never think of a better way... I think because of the complexity and newness of the project. Very cool!

You're the perfect combination of woodworking talent and commentary humour. Also thank you for showing the work that went into housing the electronics - too many woodworking channels skip over that and just say something like "and look, hidden lighting!" in the final reveal.

YOUR BACK!!!! I Love it!

hilariously entertaining video!!! And the woodworker side of my brain says great craftmanship as well!

Character is built over time. So was that live edge.

Speechless! Junior

Incredible! Amazing work! Learned two things: 1) "South of the Border" means something different for you than me 2) Your Martha Stewart is very strong.

Nice work, well done.

That's a lovely piece

I've never seen something I wanted more that solves a real problem I have.

Amazing work!

I just used Osmo Polyx Oil in Raw and Clear/satin on my solid hickory vanity and I love both in combination. The Polyx in Raw definitely works without adding white that’s visible in the grain (it has white pigment that preserves the natural color while being unseen unlike Rubio’s white cotton), at least for hickory and it truly keeps the natural color probably better than any other I’ve tried. I used Polyx in Raw first and then the second/final coat I used Polyx in clear/satin and it warmed it up without making it orange or yellow. I didn’t want two coats of Polyx in Raw to lighten the hickory too much, I just wanted it to preserve the natural color so I chose the clear as the final coat in order to prevent that. It brought more life to it without adding an orangish tone, I imagine you could add on Raw after the fact to tone down the orange in your white oak, perhaps scuff the surface with an abrasive scotch pad, perhaps lightly sanding 150-180 grit and it should nuke some that orange. I love Osmo Polyx in both Raw and clear, it takes a ton of elbow grease to work it in and spread thinly (most important it must be a thin layer!!!) but it seems like a very durable finish and I found out that fixing water marks or the unseen glue spot on my vanity’s leg after application can easily be sanded or buffed down and the oil be reapplied without any issues blending in. You literally can’t see where I fixed the glue spot! I’m really amazed by the product and prefer the clean and natural look to Rubio Monocoat. The design, the character and joinery are amazing! I love the concept of flipping over the hard top to be able to rest your feet on a cushioned ottoman which really is practical and makes it a worth while coffee table. I wish there was room for storage but I don’t think it’ll work with the flipping feature. I don’t think electronics were needed at all! I like the simplistic way it flips over, manual is fast enough and not as loud and it’s much more appropriate for furniture inside the house than the shop flip tops seen before with the hardware you chose. The only change I’d make is to remove the electronic feature for hands on flipping but other than that it’s gorgeous and sleek

Really cool, I love it...!

Beautiful design! Love all the curves and detail.

I hate it when I don't get the chaise portion! It's a race to that corner! And look at you closing in on 100k! Well done!

Good job man.

Cool design.

your content is flawless man. Keep it up.

Oh man can I relate to all your headaches from this project. 😅 These things are great to get to know your own patience, endurance and limits. Thanks for filming this in all honesty, and great job, even though it's not perfect.

Beautiful table !

You should use a servomotor instead of a regular motor because then you can set the specific angle you need for the table to flip.

I might have suggested using the track saw to split to top in half along the crown. Then joint the two cut edges to make them square and glue back together. you wont see the seem and you'll save a lot of thickness on the slab.

The good news is that the woodworking aspect looks great! I also love that design by pedulla and was glad to see you try your own iteration.

This is beautiful Scott. Love it! .. keep up the good work 👏

Super cool!! Maybe a pressure sensor for when you left you mug on it, doh!

That's a great design and wonderful job on the finish.

Great Build! I´ve would have given up!

This was a great video on multiple levels. Cool stuff, good humor, and nice production.

Love the look and design! My kids (5 and 2) lost their minds when it started rotating without you touching it haha. So now I may have to learn to wire things up in my projects

Very beautiful design. Wow! The electronics may be a bit 95%, but you're on the verge of having created the greatest coffee table to ever exist, anywhere ever.

Dude...no busting on Steely Dan. Great design.

While I'm not sold on the look of the cushy size, as a solid wood coffee table without electronics and cushions it looks amazing! The way the legs curve, and the texture on the ends! *chef's kiss*

This reminds me so much of the project I've been working on for the last month. I'm feeling your pain, and it's a really nice piece of woodworking!

Terrific project Scott, You have a great talent; one of which is perseverance.

If you ever felt like messing with the code again, you could use this thing called a PID controller to control the motor output based on the gyroscope output. This would allow it to give the motor a little more power when the fabric rubs against the frame. This approach would also allow the table to correct overshoots on its own.

I really like the way you think! Your storytelling skills are beautiful. This is the first video I’ve seen by you and I’m instantly subscribing

Very cool idea! I think some sort of locating hardware on both ends of the travel would have helped so you don’t have to program is so perfectly (or a sensor for the exact position). Difficult to get a seamless look that way though

Fantastic!! Amazing project and video!

Excellent work, Scott. This was a fun one to watch.

This was awesome. Very exciting content and video. Looking for more! Well done.

beautiful design for the table and a grerat video. thanks

This table is amazing, and so is the video! Really great stuff, subscribed

The whole project is amazing, the amount of work is crazy and it ended up looking fantastic 👏

I need one of these… (calls woodworking friend) 😉

Perfection is the enemy of good enough.

Wow, Scot! I feel pity for you but would like to give a big thumbs up for this project. First of all I’m glad that I’m not the only one mixing Arduino’s with woodworking but also that I really liked your project. It must have been - a little- frustrating but in the end you build something that most people never ever can establish or come even close. Having a house full of sometimes not working HomeAutomation I know the feeling that it isn’t the best feeling that you can’t rely on stuff to work. On the other hand, you have made an awesome coffee table and probably the only one in the world that needs recharging, reprogramming, rewiring and firmware updates! How cool is that! Many thanks for sharing! __Frank

Dis guy looks legit my spirit animal

I like the idea and I could use such a table too. Though I would use a physical contact to set the start and stop points.

You ended up with a beautiful, unique coffee table due to your risk taking and perseverance. You are also very entertaining! Thanks for a great video and a bit more courage to take risks.

Easily one of the coolest pieces I've seen. And that's before u added the electronics. The design alone was dope but the automated flip tops took it to another level. Very very cool. I'd love to see something collaborative with you and Lincoln St. Wooodworks. You're bothe funny and super creative. It'd be a fun video.

Really inspired by the design elements you added and the attitude to go for it. The imbedded curves and textured portion are challenges i would enjoy adding to a piece of furniture. As an aside, i personally hope to never have a coffee table or Ottoman that I have to program so your project was a total success in my opinion. Keep up the great work.

Nice cinematography, your lighting and camera work have improved. BTW when I do 3D printed templates I cut the first one out of MDF first so it is sturdier and then I don't have to worry about destroying the master template.

Dayum the effort, skillset and video has earned you a subscribe and like!

Perfection is the enemy of progress.

Stepper motors will simplify this a lot.

Electrical Engineer!!! Let's go!!!

Imagine looking for a woodworking video to relax you only to find your favorite band (Steely Dan) catching strays, lol. Beautiful table!

I laughed and cried WITH you.

Honestly these are amazingly sleek and beautiful, it is amazing that you could fit the flip top mechanism in there while maintaining the aesthetics. I would really like to see an update that fixes the issues shown at the end, maybe a more powerful motor and better sensing would fix the issues

Dude you need a laser….. lol. It would have helped so much for cutting jigs and templates. Also, Harvey is currently running a huge sale on bandsaws. Keep killing it!

You can use a Hall sensor inside a cushion and a magnet affixed to the wood for the purpose of controlling the break of the motor

That's fantastic. Great work Scott