Remoticon 2021 - Jeremy Fielding: Building Hardware that Moves
Explore the world of building hardware that moves in this 57-minute keynote presentation from Hackaday's Remoticon 2021. Dive into Jeremy Fielding's expertise on creating unique hardware, from custom power tools to giant earthmoving machines. Learn about the importance of prototyping, discover tips for both professional engineers and hobbyists, and gain insights into interesting motor sources from appliances. Follow Fielding's journey through project descriptions, YouTube channel insights, and his favorite prototype. Understand the fundamentals of designing, including shapes, strength vs. stiffness, and materials. Delve into motion mechanics, exploring various motor types, sizing, torque measurement, and speed calculation. Examine the pros and cons of gears, and participate in a Q&A session covering topics such as discovering new materials, high-strength steel, pneumatics, three-phase motors, and belt drives. Conclude with valuable design rule checks to enhance your hardware-building skills. Read more