In this video I show some new modifications and enhancements that I have made to the Pipe Dream prototype since making video #29. While I am considering the best way to proceed with the proposed method of moving the slider carriage and pivoting stator by magnetic repulsive interactions, I decided to proceed with some non-related magnet experiments that I have been wanting to try for quite some time now. This video explains the Pipe Dream prototype additions and alterations that were needed in order to carry out the experiments. Video #31 will continue these explanations, and will show a magnet layout to be used for the first experimental test. Thanks for watching, and for your continued interest in the Pipe Dream Project. Best to all, Rick
6. May 2010 at 3:29 am
How did you cut the steel as clean and accurately as it looks like you did?
6. May 2010 at 7:32 am
@CaptBart After scribing the contours of the arcs, I simply cut them out using a saber saw with a 24 tooth metal cutting blade, then filed off any burrs, sharp edges, and noticeable irregularities. They really aren’t perfect, like you would expect from laser cuts, but they are close enough for these experiments.
6. May 2010 at 7:35 am
I’m already getting some scratches in the paint from moving the magnets into place, so I plan to lay down a protective layer of clear plastic sheeting between the plates and the magnets. I’ll be making up a couple more plates, but I may have to order some more magnets, as I’ve already used up most of what I have. Could maybe do one more plate with what I have left.
6. May 2010 at 1:59 pm
@TheRickoff OH, well damn good job!
6. May 2010 at 6:49 pm
@CaptBart Well, thanks captain. I will be showing, in the Pipe Dream builder’s documents, exactly how I laid out and cut these sheet metal arcs. It is basically the same as the method I used for laying out and cutting the birch flywheel, which is composed of three pieces, and which is already illustrated step-by-step in the builder’s documents.