I ordered the wrong rods and had trouble threading them manually. I could not find replacements, so I ordered fully threaded rods. I fixed a faulty switch on my battery charger and got it working reliably.
Shallow threads
I received suitable M3 rods from Amazon and completed the assembly. I need to fix the magnet cover as it does not sit flush. The KeyRyptex is complete and looks good on the coffee table.
Completed KeyRyptex
I'm miniaturizing the GrinderCompass using cylindrical magnets that I bought years ago. The parts need to be made on a resin printer for precision. I can make all the necessary parts myself for a working model.
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I created a new model in OpenSCAD. I modeled the top and bottom with a hole for a chain on top and spring tension on the bottom. I added a spinner, pins, and supports for clarity. I made a GIF of the camera revolving around the compass and uploaded it as a video.
I opted for laser-cut plywood instead of resin printing for the GrinderCompass prototype to speed up the process. I sketched my design on my phone and changed the tensioning device. Scaling will follow the magnet's size.
Layer sketches
I changed my spinner mounting rod design in QCAD by adding a window to adjust tension. I will use a nylon standoff for the vertical structure, but I included a stack of M3 discs as a second option.
Drafted parts
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Completed projects from year 3
Completed projects from year 4
Completed projects from year 5
Completed projects from year 6
Completed projects from year 7
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I received suitable M3 rods from Amazon and completed the assembly. I need to fix the magnet cover as it does not sit flush. The KeyRyptex is complete and looks good on the coffee table.
I'm miniaturizing the GrinderCompass using cylindrical magnets that I bought years ago. The parts need to be made on a resin printer for precision. I can make all the necessary parts myself for a working model.
I created a new model in OpenSCAD. I modeled the top and bottom with a hole for a chain on top and spring tension on the bottom. I added a spinner, pins, and supports for clarity. I made a GIF of the camera revolving around the compass and uploaded it as a video.
(0:14) Rotating view - no sound
I opted for laser-cut plywood instead of resin printing for the GrinderCompass prototype to speed up the process. I sketched my design on my phone and changed the tensioning device. Scaling will follow the magnet's size.
I changed my spinner mounting rod design in QCAD by adding a window to adjust tension. I will use a nylon standoff for the vertical structure, but I included a stack of M3 discs as a second option.
The rest of the summary posts have been arranged by date.
First time here?
Completed projects from year 1
Completed projects from year 2
Completed projects from year 3
Completed projects from year 4
Completed projects from year 5
Completed projects from year 6
Completed projects from year 7
Completed projects from year 8
Disclaimer for http://24hourengineer.blogspot.com and 24HourEngineer.com
This disclaimer must be intact and whole. This disclaimer must be included if a project is distributed.
All information on this blog, or linked by this blog, is not to be taken as advice or solicitation. Anyone attempting to replicate, in whole or in part, is responsible for the outcome and procedure. Any loss of functionality, money, property, or similar, is the responsibility of those involved in the replication.
All digital communication regarding the email address 24hourengineer@gmail.com becomes the intellectual property of Brian McEvoy. Any information contained within these messages may be distributed or retained at the discretion of Brian McEvoy. Any email sent to this address, or any email account owned by Brian McEvoy, cannot be used to claim property or assets.
Comments to the blog may be utilized or erased at the discretion of the owner. No one posting may claim property or assets based on their post.
This blog, including pictures and text, is copyright to Brian McEvoy.
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