I need to find out what the final temperature inside an electronics enclosure. I know solar loading in watts, the power output of the electronics internal to the box in watts, and the ambient temperature external to the box. Can someone help me with the formula for finding the final...
I am working on an upgrade to an optical system that requires adding a defogger/defroster. I have been researching adhering a flexible silicone rubber heater to the surface of the window. Does anyone know the min temperature setting that will be required to reduce fog and frost? I am basing...
I have a recent machining job where I had specified Aluminum 6061 type optional on the print. The shop came back and asked if I could use jig plate aluminum. What is jig plate aluminum and how does it differ from 6061?
When using mechanical stops to limit the rotation of a swing or a plate mounted to a turntable, what is the rule of thumb concerning placement of the stops? Do you want to be close to the axis of rotation or at the max radius along the moving part from the axis of rotation? Is it feasible to...
I am designing a swing test fixture with little prior bearing experience. My plan is to use some off the shelf 4 bolt flange mounted bearings. The swing stand is a box shape and the swing itself is a u shape. Each side of the swing will have a 3/4" shaft that will go to bearing. Due to...
