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I am looking for something quite like a threaded insert, but threaded on both sides.
In other words, I could take this part and attach it the same way I would a nut and a bolt, but the end result would be a hole for a smaller bolt to fit inside.
Am I making myself clear at all? Does...
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I have a strange engineering degree and an even more strange set of professional experiences. I am finally in the process of finding a 'real job,' and am having trouble convincing people that I am worth their while and trouble finding where I fit in.
- I have Bachelor of Arts in...
I am trying to bond a layer of ABS ( smooth on one side, haircell or 'orange peel' on the other; can bond to either side ) to a flat piece of smooth pine wood. The bonded parts will not undergo great forces, but will need to last and withstand minor shear forces. ( I don't have quantitative...
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I am in the process of having some parts vacuum-formed from clear polycarbonate.
The end result of the part needs to have a sort of 'frosted glass' look to it: translucent, not transparent, 'matte' finish, not glossy.
The top surface also needs to be scratch resistant and relatively...
I have a whole slew of questions about Muscle Wire and related products that make use of shape memory alloys such as nitinol. I have had little success finding web-content related to that topic. Now, I am looking for an appropriate forum to post questions in. Electronics? Materials Science...
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I am looking for any kind of advice or online resources regarding using solar cells to charge batteries.
I am working on a project with low-powered components that will run off of a rechargeable battery that I'd like to charge up during the day and be able to run the components during...
Can certain foams, like polypropylene, be cut and used as a mold when vacuum forming?
If so, does anyone know any resources for obtaining such foam?
Thanks kindly, all.
Cheers,
DHD
I am trying to come up with a good technique to mold a small, mound-like piece. Picture a small mountain. It will need to be about 2' x 4', and about 14" tall. The piece will need to be structurally sound enough to support the weight of a person sitting on it. Other necessary...
