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  1. Hoosier1

    Modify a Attic Truss

    Thanks, I will consult with structural engineer...
  2. Hoosier1

    Modify a Attic Truss

    Yes, I initially was going to hire a structural engineer, but this seems to be simple as just moving/adding supports. Could use truss software to determine kip loads.
  3. Hoosier1

    Modify a Attic Truss

    I have attic trusses (Floor incorporated with truss) over my garage and when the truss was designed, it was made with a 2x8 for the floor. I have a 14' ceiling in the garage and 8' ceiling in the attic room above. Looking to keep the roof structural sound, while increasing width by 3' and lower...
  4. Hoosier1

    Double face tape on non-stick surface

    I'm trying to tape a fabric material to a dome shape surface, so the suggestions may not work. I was hoping to treat the double face tape on one side with some kind of temporary coating and use a hair dryer to heat causing the substance to melt or dry, allowing the tape to stick. Anyone have...
  5. Hoosier1

    Double face tape on non-stick surface

    I am working on a product that needs double face tape to bond. The problem is the product needs to be positioned before it is taped down. Looking for some kind of plastic membrane that would not stick to the tape and slide out from underneath.
  6. Hoosier1

    Drafting Standards

    Is there a ASME standard for abbreviating metric cm or CM?
  7. Hoosier1

    Adhesive

    I have an adhesive "Max Grafting Solution" used for bonding to the human skin. We do various costume bonding. I would like to be able to add something to the above adhesive that would allow me to spread it out over a piece of wax paper, cut up in to different size pieces. Leaving the adhesive...
  8. Hoosier1

    Force in - force out

    NickE - The overall depth is 2". I see your method as mechanical advantage. I need to keep the force on the same axis. The 6lbs in with an output of 24lbs is much what I'm trying reach.
  9. Hoosier1

    Force in - force out

    IRstuff - Can you show an example of a modern crank-loaded crossbow? CorBlimeyLimey - In-line, Stroke=2", Materials: any, Cost:?
  10. Hoosier1

    Force in - force out

    I'm trying to develop a mechanical mechanism that will allow 3-6 lbs of force-in to get 18-21 lbs out. Size would be 5sq" X 2” I would like to construct it without using electricity, fluid, etc. Must be portable. Could flat spring material be designed to do this?

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