thread1452-493044 One response indicated minor differences between the developed radial edges would not matter if the plates will be lapped. I have worked in drafting and engineering for a field tank manufacturer for years and we butt the radial seams. We fabricate roofs from 1/4" up thru 1/2"...
Can anyone give me the steps to calculate the flat plate dimensions of umbrella roof plate gores? I did calculate them with a Smoleys using logarithms years ago long before hand held calculators were available. I have looked over some of the steps using Autocadd but not sure they will yield the...