20230702 Connector Reliability

20230702 Connector Reliability

Ever since I completed my Blade Runner Spinner prototype design, I have been using these KF141V (connect at the top) and KF141R (connect at the sides). To me, apart from their unique design, they do not require any tools during wire insertion. All you need to do is to push the orange plastic, insert the […]

20230702 Testing the Mini Hot Plate. Part 1

20230702 Testing the Mini Hot Plate. Part 1

20230616: THE 65W MINI HOT PLATE I chose this model because of its working area of 560mm x 560mm and also, it was the cheapest of the lot. Alternatively, there were options of other models and to look up the Internet and DIY/ Build my own. But this would mean getting new programming tools and […]

20230625 Engine PCB Reflow Version

20230625 Engine PCB Reflow Version

The 0603 SMD LEDs on the current design was great but as I start to fit it into the AMT model, about 30% of these fragile LEDs get knocked off their solder pads by the plastic half-rings. So, I started to solder them in a slightly smaller radius. This did minimise the issue but I […]

20230528 That Last Minute Ligthbulb part 2

20230528 That Last Minute Ligthbulb part 2

The next thing I need to do is to build the Cargo Bay. I had an extra set after trading my pre-production version with a friend who had no use for it. So, for the rest of the afternoon/evening, I was drilling and cutting out holes on the cargo bay walls. This was not as […]

20230520 For a Friend

20230520 For a Friend

Soldering this simple lighting system for the Razor Crest took me more than a week. Sad to say, it was far too long than I liked. However, coming back home tired and locking myself in the Works Room which felt like a sauna really sapped all the energy I had left. The heatwave has been […]