Quote:I would suggest that you reserve the next few posting positions for theory, calculation support and construction notes, just to ensure that the "user friendly" section for this paramount thread remains organized, without creating ONE GIANT Post to sift through, then allow the mayhem of pic posting to begin.
You could even begin to create an outline format for subsequent posts to follow.
Looks like we are on the same sheet of music!
It is almost as if you read my mind. I will try to keep this plan as organized as possible. It is not as easy to do on a common thread such as this. It would really require a controlled layout within a multi-page website setup for this, in order to be maintained optimally.
I have no control as to when, how, or where people respond to this project page, nor can I edit anything posted. We can only hope that posts are made as they apply to the specific project going on.
The only thing that I can possibly do to make this more organized is to provide additional threads for each project with a direct link for which people can post questions, photo's, and feedback there. That could lead to possibly even more confusion in the process. If this makes sense to do so, then let me know and I will see about setting it up that way.
Yes, as all things must have an opening description to clarify preliminary outlines, I understand the need to cover the important information concerning design theory, construction relevance, and methods for which to provide design support.
It is always good for the constructor to have the ability to check calculations for design verification. It is all part of the learning curve for which the builder may advance within this field. This also provides a sense of assurance within the builder's mind that what is being planned is best for the given application. There will be less questions that way (I hope), with a better chance of satisfaction once the project is completed.
I expect for subsequent posts to follow once the project sections are posted. It will be clear where things stop and end pertaining to any specific step in the project posted. That is where we want and expect someone to reply if needed as long as it pertains to that particular step or detail.
One thing to keep in mind here: I do not intend to provide any build photographs in sectionalized segments. This is what I ask for you as the homebuilder of these projects, to provide during the construction phase as this unfolds.
Any donations here would be greatly appreciated, and of tremendous wealth. Images are worth far more than words by any degree. It is important to include supporting information with those photo's in order to supplement them.
I will however, provide the data and layout dimensions in a structured format. In other words, I will remove the guesswork and do my best to make everything clear as to how the parts are cut and how they are positioned correctly.Basic drawings will be provided to show the layout and order of the parts for assembly. I will NOT provide full blueprints. If someone wants to go that extra step with the means to provide highly detailed blueprints, then great, this would be a major contribution to these projects.
I expect the builder to have enough general knowledge and sufficient ability to successfully build from that data. I also expect that certain things may need to be clarified. That is understandable and fully supported.
If you need to use metric dimensions, the best that I can do here is to provide a link to an online conversion table in order to get this data. The information here will relate to standard units of feet and inches. I may possibly provide the additional conversion equivalents. If not, it is easy enough for one to do this themselves.
This allows for a group effort, giving each person building these projects a chance to show their work and overall accomplishment along the way. This also provides the opportunity for someone to broaden the design with a creative contribution, for which may or may not evolve as a worthy improvement.
Suggestions and ideas are always welcome as long as they conform to a reasonable degree of correctness within the guidelines.
Once I show calculations to obtain particular performance parameters, then it should be clear to the builder that any deviation to this would obviously lead to quite different results than what is intended here.
The link to the online calculator as posted above in this thread, will easily verify the changes within the performance range as data is modified. This will show you what to expect from the end result should you be curious.
Next step is to begin with basic information, leading into design theory and practical use. I will show examples pertaining to this.
Thanks.
Paul.