In this age of 'makers' with CNC machines and 3D printers and shops full of tools (funded by Youtube channels), it's very nice to see someone figuring out how to fabricate clean, elegant cases with basic tooling...AND figure out the layout, wiring and mounting of the electronics, switches and connectors.
We all too often quibble about minor design aspects of the products we use/choose, but lose sight of the many engineering challenges/compromises that go into every design - your photo essay demonstrates/reminds us of that very nicely.
I recognize your technique for fabricating inside radiused chamfered corners by removing material rather than building up - I had to do the very same thing when fabricating my corian countertops a few years back - Nice!
The effort that went into these must have been tremendous - a hobby gone 'mad' with inspiration?
I get it.
Thanks for documenting and sharing!
We all too often quibble about minor design aspects of the products we use/choose, but lose sight of the many engineering challenges/compromises that go into every design - your photo essay demonstrates/reminds us of that very nicely.
I recognize your technique for fabricating inside radiused chamfered corners by removing material rather than building up - I had to do the very same thing when fabricating my corian countertops a few years back - Nice!
The effort that went into these must have been tremendous - a hobby gone 'mad' with inspiration?
I get it.
Thanks for documenting and sharing!