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Author: | jimwebster [ Thu Sep 08, 2011 11:43 pm ] | ||
Post subject: | Truss Idea | ||
With our UTA clamps, you can build a folding cylinder that transports like this:
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Author: | jimwebster [ Thu Sep 08, 2011 11:44 pm ] | ||
Post subject: | Re: Truss Idea | ||
But expands outward like this:
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Author: | jimwebster [ Thu Sep 08, 2011 11:47 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Truss Idea |
You can make an accordion truss cage with 6 or 8 trusses, depending on the stiffness required. Not only is an 8 truss configuration stiffer, but it is much easier to make a shroud that does not cut into the incoming light path. |
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