..one opportunity at the time..
The ailerons contain quite a lot of parts. Apart from hinges, there is also a link to drive the top wing aileron. And the link to the bell-crank that is connected to the control stick. I started using a 1.5mm bit for cutting, it allows a higher spindle rpm, and better cutting of holes. Using … Read more
What took you so long? No idea.. More then 10 years ago I got myself a CNC-router with the idea that I would be able to metal metal parts. I’ve used it up to now mostly for non-metal parts. But retirement has given me enough time to finally sort things out. That and a better … Read more
Finally got the airspeed sensors, so what better to do on a rainy afternoon them to play with them? First the specs: Datasheet, and a picture. Bear in mind that all these diy chips are basically old stuff. This one dates from 2012. Obviously nothing wrong with them, they are still used in a lot … Read more
For the first time in months it’s raining today! Just checked my rain tanks, they are filling slooow, the plumbing is ok, no leaks. (Trust me to install rainwater capture tanks, and then it does not rain for months!) Challenge of the day: I really, really want to make these small metal parts myself. Problem … Read more