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- File:Warehouse.skp
- File:Truck full.skp New 6/17
- File:Cab module.skp
- Google Doc for truck hydraulics
- File:Pivot.skp
June 18, 2013
- converted steel wheel parts to DXF for CNC Machining
June 17, 2013
- created dual pedal
June 15, 2013
- created June 2013 hydraulic order form (also seen above)
June 14, 2013
- Major update to File:Truck full.skp using up to date versions of the front and back modules
June 13, 2013
- began research on the truck's steering system
- added link to Google Doc of the Truck Hydraulics
- found a possible hydraulic foot pedal:
- drew out the Truck hydraulics using Dia software
June 12, Wednesday
- changed cab module, added floor
- adjusted dimensions
- created a simplified model of the seat sourced bellow.
- Found a seat that we can use for the GVCS.
- http://www.surpluscenter.com/item.asp?item=1-3987
- created youtube video of pivot module
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zb4bAliQHXw&feature=share
June 11, Tuesday
- added some hydraulic controls
- enhanced pivot design with dual vertical hinge configuration.
Meeting Notes
June 10, Monday
- major changes to the Truck Cab.
- moved powercubes behind drivers
- modularized driver cab and powercube cab to streamline fabrication
- adjusted width of the front cab to allow for attachment of the trucks central hinge system
- optimized truck pivot File:Truck full.skp
- interlocking hinges increase friction, but distribute axle loads much more evenly
June 7, Friday
- OSE Truck suspension system with leaf springs
June 6, Thursday
- added leaf springs
- Progress on the front cab
- added leg room, finished roll cage
June 5, Wednesday
- File:Truck front.skp
- Pushed forward Truck Cab design
- created models of driver and passenger to help get a feel for the size and space of the Cab.
- Updated Warehouse.skp
- Also found some good images that helped brainstorm ideas
June 4, Tuesday
June 3, Monday
May 31, 2013
- Created 1:4 scale of microtrac trac for 3d scale model printing purposes
May 30, 2013
Arrived at Factor e Farm today. Got some food and supplies from Dungy's and Dollar General. Purchased 2 boxes of probiotic formula for the HabLab septic tank. Added a full box to the tank. System should get a half box every month. Created a public expense list, with public commenting enabled, here.