Recent content by AB1733

Hi, Does anyone know of a manufacturer of a small automated abrasive cut-off saw? I am looking to cut .5"x.5" bars (plastic) into small sections. I will be using a linear servo to position the part and am hoping to find a commercially available saw with an automated cutting motion. All I...

Hi All, I'm trying to design a hub made of mild steel that will accept up to a 1-3/4" in shaft with a 1/2" Key. I can't seem to find a standard for the material thickness (corner of key to O.D. of hub for example) around the key and it's been awhile since I've done this type of calculation to...

Hi, Attached is a zip file containing the assembly 'Welded Assembly' I can't for the life of me get results that make since. What am I doing wrong. My problem stems from the Supports Assem and Bridge Assem. I can't seem to relate these two properly to get good results. Any help would be...

Thanks, That's exactly what I thought but I'm getting some strange results so thought I'd start with the simple things and work from there.

Hi, I'm modeling a support frame for a hydraulic cylinder. The cylinder at max will output roughly 35,000 lbs. When I'm defining the forces. Will I have 35,000 lbs on the mounting face for the cylinder AND another 35,000 lbs on the base plate that the cylinder will be pushing against. Or do...