Currently working on: Final print of the socket in Onyx
Manufacturing HDPE Bands:
Bands made from a sheet of High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) by waterjet and milling machine.
Practicing Drilling Holes in Onyx Sample:
Top hole was done by melting; bottom hole done by drilling. The piece was clamped to the adapter to ensure the holes align correctly!
Test Printing Entire Socket Geometry:
Test Printing of Bottom of the Socket (PLA):
Test print to ensure the bottom of the socket fits in the adapter correctly!
Assembled Adjustment Mechanism SolidWorks Model:
Adjustment system uses a double rack mechanism. Here it is modeled for proof of concept and simulation purposes.
Base Socket SolidWorks Model (Isometric and Front View):
Socket will be 3D printed in Onyx. Note: it will be printed in its fully expanded state to make adjustment easier.
Preliminary Design Sketch:
