The project focused on assembling a CNC milling machine designed specifically for milling foam and wood, with the ultimate goal of creating the cores of surfboards and foil boards. These boards, once milled, will undergo a lamination process to complete their construction.
The core of this project was not just the physical assembly of the machine, but also the development of a tailored post-processor. This post-processor plays a crucial role in converting CAD data into NC code that the CNC machine can interpret and execute. This optimization was necessary to ensure that the machine operates efficiently and produces clean, accurate cuts, vital for the structural integrity and performance of the surfboards.
Figure 1: CNC milling machine setup for surfboards.
By customizing the post-processor, I ensured that the machine could handle the specific demands of surfboard core milling, such as managing the different densities of foam and wood, as well as the intricate shapes required for performance surfboards and foils. The result is a highly specialized CNC milling machine setup that can produce high-quality surfboard cores ready for lamination.
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The project focused on assembling a CNC milling machine designed specifically for milling foam and wood, with the ultimate goal of creating the cores of surfboards and foil boards. These boards, once milled, will undergo a lamination process to complete their construction.
The core of this project was not just the physical assembly of the machine, but also the development of a tailored post-processor. This post-processor plays a crucial role in converting CAD data into NC code that the CNC machine can interpret and execute. This optimization was necessary to ensure that the machine operates efficiently and produces clean, accurate cuts, vital for the structural integrity and performance of the surfboards.
Figure 1: CNC milling machine setup for surfboards.
By customizing the post-processor, I ensured that the machine could handle the specific demands of surfboard core milling, such as managing the different densities of foam and wood, as well as the intricate shapes required for performance surfboards and foils. The result is a highly specialized CNC milling machine setup that can produce high-quality surfboard cores ready for lamination.
I developed an application using Google and AppSheet specifically for self-employed pilots. The app allows pilots to easily record their flights and associated expenses. Each flight entry is logged with its corresponding financial details, such as income and expenditures.
The app is designed with simplicity and efficiency in mind. Pilots can quickly input their data and have a clear, organized log of every transaction. This not only helps in tracking their financial status but also facilitates the creation of invoices. With just a few clicks, pilots can generate and send invoices directly to customers, streamlining the payment process.
Moreover, the app includes a feature to track glider data and handle additional financial obligations, such as calculating and managing VAT (Value Added Tax). The app ensures that all necessary financial data is available in one place, making tax season less daunting for self-employed pilots.
Overall, this AppSheet application serves as a comprehensive tool for self-employed pilots, combining flight logging, expense tracking, and invoicing into a single, user-friendly platform.