I have no idea how many places offer post-grad scholarships in this field. I assume that you mean scholarships for graduate students, and that I...
So Windvang, I'm curious. You were able to shave off two tons at the same strength by going from steel to kevlar. What did that do to the cost...
Bhabanism, in the U.S., a technology degree is considered to be slightly less, or at least slightly different, than an engineering degree. I'm...
When I graduated (1985) it was 4 years to a BSEE in the U.S., and I don't think that's changed. There were also 5 year programs which get you a...
Well, that's why I say we'll see how it all turns out. Since I'm not planning on selling these, I really don't need pretty to the extent you...
No, it's a two part silicone rubber which is supposed to be able to stand having lead poured into it. I've carved a male pattern, from wood,...
Well, if the two part silicone works as advertised, it should be reusable. It is supposed to tolerate 700 degree F pours, and if it doesn't, I've...
That's good news about the instructions. I've been experimenting with using a high temperature, two part silicone as the mold material. I'll...
Gee, Safewalrus, I sure hope I didn't spoil your fun. I like to have a good grumble myself sometimes. I just wanted to point out to folks that...
Yes, there is a company which is making them now, with a website at: http://www.sirs.co.uk/marine.htm. No clue whether they're reputable or...
The reason that you can get decent free software is this: If you write a program which does something useful, you can: 1) keep it to...
Many years ago I participated in a boat building class in which we built a small catboat using cflex and polyester resin. The boat is still...
I bet you're right. Consider some spray foam, from an insulation contractor. It's good stuff. Be sure you have it applied over good epoxy paint...
Set the Heli-coil in lots of Loc-Tite. That should keep the oxygen out, and prevent corrosion. For general corrosion resistance, use medium or...
Thanks, Tad and Eric. Inter-library loan is toiling away to get them to me! Nels
