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    Thin sheet metal manufacture - threaded inserts versus built-in threads

    I need to add threads to my thin sheet metal (1mm thickness). The options as far as I understand are A) Designate locations for threaded inserts which can be added later with pressure/force/etc B) Do built-in inserts which only extends the thickness of the sheet metal only around the hole Also...
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    Spring-loaded needle stroke mechanism

    Hi guys, I need help designing a lab jig to make the technicians work easier. Been wrapping my mind and imagination around it, but couldn't figure it out. Basically, I need a medical needle (hollow) to have about a 1mm linear stroke when triggered. Imagine that it needs to pierce a thin sheet...

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