It is fascinating to know and realize that waveforms exist in other mediums than the one we're caught up in. I read a Scientific American issue years ago in which a guy was struck by the way traffic will ebb and flow much like water in a channel. What got him thinking about it was the way traffic will back up as if there's an accident ahead, but unseen at his location. By the time traffic 'loosened up', and was 'flowing' again, there would be no accident to be seen. He theorized that a momentary 'glitch' in the flow (such as a lane change that caused brakes to be applied by a group of drivers, likely someone Not using their turn signals) could create a 'back wave' that would ripple backwards through the traffic column, and actually gaining amplitude. This could trigger a major slowdown miles back, thereby ******* off the multitude....and creating all sorts of potential 'harmonics' (getting home, kicking the dog, snap at the spouse, etc.)
I suspect he was just joking about when it came to the 'harmonic' aspect, but the 'traffic wave theory' was serious, and we've all noticed it in the 'go 'n slow' of commute traffic....not that it makes it better, but it does help one understand it and try to 'damp' the wave by 'keeping it smooth' in one's responses to it.
And then there's waveforms in physics, which can mind-boggling...are we particles, or merely waveform functions? Is the universe ultimately digital in nature? Dark matter, and how you can see Where it is, but not What it is....
I think dark matter exists in the cerebrum of the m'f'er that just cut me off while I'm towing the Bobcat, and had the 'tude to flip me off when my horn reminded him of my ladened high mass in motion existence....
....but that's My Theory, and I'm sticking to it. *L*
I suspect he was just joking about when it came to the 'harmonic' aspect, but the 'traffic wave theory' was serious, and we've all noticed it in the 'go 'n slow' of commute traffic....not that it makes it better, but it does help one understand it and try to 'damp' the wave by 'keeping it smooth' in one's responses to it.
And then there's waveforms in physics, which can mind-boggling...are we particles, or merely waveform functions? Is the universe ultimately digital in nature? Dark matter, and how you can see Where it is, but not What it is....
I think dark matter exists in the cerebrum of the m'f'er that just cut me off while I'm towing the Bobcat, and had the 'tude to flip me off when my horn reminded him of my ladened high mass in motion existence....
....but that's My Theory, and I'm sticking to it. *L*
Area 51 is the forum where they're messing with gallium crystals trying to create a 'class Z' amp....you know them by the fancy foil head wear....
It might seem odd but this idea is what keeps me so addicted to speakers. The idea of understanding waves and its analogues in nature.
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I am nearly done with the semi finished model. I still want to verify dimensions and add structural components. After this comes a break down of what how I think this thing should be constructed. This will take longer and this is simply my way of thinking you guys are free to choose to do what ever pleases you.
I am nearly done with the semi finished model. I still want to verify dimensions and add structural components. After this comes a break down of what how I think this thing should be constructed. This will take longer and this is simply my way of thinking you guys are free to choose to do what ever pleases you.
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Glorocks, that looked so cool I ordered one! I think that most users agree that super glue mostly exceeds at bonding appendages together.
That was quick, Mags. *G* Even semi-complete, it looks great. What program are you using to create it in? And, better question, what can it export as? It'd be terrific to be able to manipulate it in 3D.
Nifty little tool, Glo. It'd be easier to lay a bead down at the vc/cone seam without concern for adhesive 'drift'. Ought to be at least as effective, but I suspect that doing the cone/surround seam would go through the better part of one of their cartridges. The 4475 tube I've been using cost 20$ for 5 fl. oz., and I've maybe gone through 1 oz.
The 'no cure time' is attractive, however. Up and running with no 'wait state' is just the thing for 'instant grats'. *L*
Bookmarked in any case. Phil, let us know how it works. I've found that most 'super glues' are a little disappointing, not as 'super' as we've been led to believe. Best so far IMO is Loctite's, but the liquid once opened has a nil shelf life. The gel sticks around longer...
Nifty little tool, Glo. It'd be easier to lay a bead down at the vc/cone seam without concern for adhesive 'drift'. Ought to be at least as effective, but I suspect that doing the cone/surround seam would go through the better part of one of their cartridges. The 4475 tube I've been using cost 20$ for 5 fl. oz., and I've maybe gone through 1 oz.
The 'no cure time' is attractive, however. Up and running with no 'wait state' is just the thing for 'instant grats'. *L*
Bookmarked in any case. Phil, let us know how it works. I've found that most 'super glues' are a little disappointing, not as 'super' as we've been led to believe. Best so far IMO is Loctite's, but the liquid once opened has a nil shelf life. The gel sticks around longer...
I am using a variety of programs one to gather measurements and one to model it. To model I use Inventor It can export to anything your heart desires. I feel I can pretty much do anything with the aray of software I have let me know how you guys want the models. I can just ultimately make a technical drawing.
I dont know Jerry and the rest of the gang I have a little experience with adhesives ive probably used like 8 different kinds and they are not all made equally thats for sure. the current one I am using is 40$ a bottle you really have to choose wisely in terms of the properties which really has a large effect on how you can use it.
Then there are products and tools to make using them a whole lot easier. Things like accelerators and solvents
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A friend sent me that link- I have not yet tried it, but ion earlier research, I came across two companies that are using photopolymers for loudspeaker motor assembly due to the instant cure.
Another adhesive I'm fond of is E-2000. You can get little tubes of it at Home Despot. It gives off fumes that will give cancer to dead people, but it does not become brittle when it hardens. Useful for gluing crossover parts, etc., or other mundane electrical fixations. Although it does, unfortunately require 8-10hours to set, it may have some dampening value and it seems to stick to about anything.
I discovered it after I had to replace about 30 sound cards that got mounted in slot machines and failed within days because the RTV (silicone) we used ate through traces (acetic acid fumes) on the circuit cards.
A friend sent me that link- I have not yet tried it, but ion earlier research, I came across two companies that are using photopolymers for loudspeaker motor assembly due to the instant cure.
Another adhesive I'm fond of is E-2000. You can get little tubes of it at Home Despot. It gives off fumes that will give cancer to dead people, but it does not become brittle when it hardens. Useful for gluing crossover parts, etc., or other mundane electrical fixations. Although it does, unfortunately require 8-10hours to set, it may have some dampening value and it seems to stick to about anything.
I discovered it after I had to replace about 30 sound cards that got mounted in slot machines and failed within days because the RTV (silicone) we used ate through traces (acetic acid fumes) on the circuit cards.
"Cancer to dead people..." Sounds like my kinda stuff. *L*
Mags, I can import a dwg file into Corel CAD and have a look. I'm not all that CAD savvy, since for what I do and have done, CAD would be like swatting flies with sledge hammers. Pretty basic stuff, much like yours truly. 😉 An option would be for self to download the free trial Autodesk offers for at least a 'looksee' in the native language. I think I could at minimum poke at it.
Typ program I'm using these days is Corel X7. It's primarily a graphics tool, but that's my background. Except here, I spend more time beating on things with a plethora of tools vs a galaxy of software. To level the playing field for all the players here, you might select the views you feel would have the highest interest/utility and jpg them. Don't know how much of a workload that entails, so I'd go for the line of least resistance/hassle/PIA/etc.
Hey Glo, you'd mentioned you'd come across some concerns that 'do' vc, magnets, spiders, and the like. Could you post these so this mortal could stare at that for a reality check?
Of course, that could drive me to E2K in a paper bag, but hey...consciousness expansion sometimes requires radical behaviours.... 😉 And if I start Really posting gibberish, you know it has some effects beyond the label. *G*
Mags, I can import a dwg file into Corel CAD and have a look. I'm not all that CAD savvy, since for what I do and have done, CAD would be like swatting flies with sledge hammers. Pretty basic stuff, much like yours truly. 😉 An option would be for self to download the free trial Autodesk offers for at least a 'looksee' in the native language. I think I could at minimum poke at it.
Typ program I'm using these days is Corel X7. It's primarily a graphics tool, but that's my background. Except here, I spend more time beating on things with a plethora of tools vs a galaxy of software. To level the playing field for all the players here, you might select the views you feel would have the highest interest/utility and jpg them. Don't know how much of a workload that entails, so I'd go for the line of least resistance/hassle/PIA/etc.
Hey Glo, you'd mentioned you'd come across some concerns that 'do' vc, magnets, spiders, and the like. Could you post these so this mortal could stare at that for a reality check?
Of course, that could drive me to E2K in a paper bag, but hey...consciousness expansion sometimes requires radical behaviours.... 😉 And if I start Really posting gibberish, you know it has some effects beyond the label. *G*
Truth be told, haven't had much time to play with the fun project due to 'real work', as we're in our 'busy season'. Current project has been great fun, mid 80's, high humidity, no shade on a bed of existing mulch which absorbs heat and your energy. And pending projects will keep things in the 'blue sky' betwixt my ears for awhile.
But, fear not (or fear alot), I'll try to at least be a cheerleader, make some pithy comments without pithing anybody off on purpose. 😉 Gotta keep up with y'all...*G*
But, fear not (or fear alot), I'll try to at least be a cheerleader, make some pithy comments without pithing anybody off on purpose. 😉 Gotta keep up with y'all...*G*
Alright folks here is the completed model. Pretty accurate from what I can see. Structural components are added. This thing is ready to be built. Who ever is interested post and Ill upload in that file format I know how frustrating cad can be so I think per person basis is good.
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How I think this thing should be built will consist of two and only two parts: the cone, and the surround. Everything else I will leave to discussion.
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