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FLEXICHAS OR A WAY TO BUILD A FULLY COMPENSATED CHASSIS PDF, EPUB, EBOOK M. Sharman | 36 pages | 31 Dec 1997 | Stenlake Publishing | 9780860930723 | English | Catrine, United Kingdom Flexichas or a Way to Build a Fully Compensated Chassis PDF Book How it works Knowing that the centre of gravity of the complete loco lies between axles 1 and 2, axle 3 could in theory be dispensed with and the loco would balance on axles 1 and 2 alone, like an off-centre Got out the rivet punch once all sides were properly shaped. Spectacles on the windows were created from thin cuts of 6mm brass tube filed and sanded until smooth and thin. It is not possible to cover every possible variation of suspension arrangements for every possible wheel arrangement, but it is hoped that the following sections, which contain examples of both good and less good practice, will provide enough material on which sensible judgements can be made and sensible solutions achieved. Used, Mike french models Mike french models. Another convenient way of viewing how three-point suspension works is by inverting the stool, i. Very well done! The lower the centre of gravity of the loco, the less any transverse shift of the effective centre of gravity line will be. If all is running freely and the loco isn't suffering wheelspin, it shouldn't occur, but nude certain conditions e. Figure 6 illustrates this principle. Equations concerning such deflections are beyond the scope of this Digest sheet — see annex 9. Colin R Posted August 7. Best way to do projects, all together! I think I'm lost with it!! A springy equalising beam need not be subject to the limit of 'only three points' of rigid beam three-point suspension. Descriptions of constructional methods have been limited to those aspects necessary for the understanding of the principles involved. The principle of moments requires that the clockwise sum of the moments about the centre of gravity line must equal the anticlockwise moments about the same line. If this is not possible, the end of the beam can be arranged to have a swivelling forked yoke, the ends of which bear on the axleboxes on each side of the frame, as in the example of figure Boiler barrel was formed from some brass tube and an insert with captive bolt was created using threaded rod and a nut. A roof would be nice, so we still have more work to do. In figure 87 , the force F required to move an object over a surface is proportional to the coefficient of static friction applicable to the two materials involved. Etched chassis are included for both locomotive and tenders. Postscript I am satisfied that the logic of the method described is correct - not only as a consequence of the "tests" but also because a structural engineer should have a good grasp on such matters! Proportions are starting to look a little better - improved camera angle no doubt helping! Build progressing nicely. In such a chassis, it would be usual to drive the fixed axle, as this makes things easier from the point of view of mounting the gearbox and motor, but the drive could be on any of the axles. For the purposes of this section of the Digest, the following definitions apply. Figure 66 compares a variety of suspension systems using an example of a real loco with a prototypical centre of gravity. Here, there is an equally-spaced wheelbase and a projected centre of gravity at a distance d from the middle axle centreline. Note : The hornblock can be below the spring as shown or above the spring. Also, it's not in the Workbench section 'wags finger'. Essentially it puts all cases on even ground. Some wheels were installed to get some idea of how the rear compensating unit will operate. For a or , the loco centre of gravity should be placed to favour the fixed driven axle. Secondary suspension points do not need to be within the triangle formed by the primary suspension points, although the one nearest the fixed axle always will be see figure On the two new locos, I had very deliberately positioned the pinion which turns the drivegear directly above axle 1. In critical cases, e. The torque reaction control link must be rigid, but can be a relatively thin piece of wire. The drill is then directly below the centre of gravity. Figure 34 a shows how a cross member can be arranged with a central pivot point to both control height and allow pivoting, and figure 34 b shows a common equivalent solution using a simple rod. On a positive note regarding the sound, while it is a loud enclosure, I did not find the sound to be unpleasant. By accessing any content on this site or its related media channels, you agree never to hold us liable for damages, harm, loss, or misinformation. Once I'm happy with the compensation, the pins need to be cut back and soldered to fix them in position. For an or , a different consideration applies, as we are unlikely to want an equal weight distribution between axles; indeed, it is desirable that a majority of the weight should be on the coupled wheels, and moreover, as only four coupled wheels are involved, an equal weight distribution between the two coupled axles is also desirable. It's worth taking a ladder with you if you are going to dig yourself a deep hole! Seems like a nice enclosure for the money. I got the 0. Rigid chassis models with no suspension act as though they have a maximum of three wheels. Flexichas or a Way to Build a Fully Compensated Chassis Writer Glover Posted October 3, The method above can be applied to any loco, regardless of the complexity of its wheel arrangement. The bogie rubbing bar incorporates a hole both sides of which are washers soldered to a spring wire passing through the hole. Secondary suspension points do not need to be contained within the triangle of the three primary suspension points — see figure 41 , for example. For a hornblock on a spring beam, figure 24 shows how handrail knobs can be used as the fulcrum points of the beam and as a means of holding the hornblock on the beam. Could have done with a bit more space for the A4 to get up to speed! In effect, it is simply a metallic rigid beam made thin enough in the vertical plane so that it becomes flexible. In all cases of sprung pony or radial trucks, the vertical force exerted on the track by the pony or radial truck will be the same as that applied upward to the loco chassis, i. Got some more work done this weekend. Even a cooling box is integrated under the passenger seat. DiveController Posted September 9, For steam non-tender locos, the fixed axle is usually placed at the rear firebox end of the loco, since the ashpan and firebox provide convenient hiding places for gears and motors respectively. Essentially it puts all cases on even ground. However, we are starting to get a smart looking locomotive even if I do say so myself! Remember me? In this arrangement the beams are on each side of the engine, and each axle is controlled in its movement at both ends. If so, this has been my first foray into chassis building along with Iain Rice's Chassis building book which refers directly to the Perseverance range. Thanks for the comments guys - much appreciated. Where rigid beam suspension is employed, we therefore need to persuade our model vehicles to have only three suspension points, thereby keeping all their wheels on the track. Proportions are starting to look a little better - improved camera angle no doubt helping! Would you like to proceed to the App store to download the Waterstones App? Figure 27 shows examples of how a rigid equalising beam can be implemented, and figures 28 a and 28 b show how springy equalising beams can be implemented. Motor was wired up and put on the test track to see how it performs. Still need to do the bunker tanks, and put in some false tank ends inside the cab. Note : The hornblock can be below the spring as shown or above the spring. For very heavy pony and radial trucks, where a complete separation of vertical and side control forces is desirable, a rubbing plate arrangement is shown in figure The proportion of the weight W acting at the ends of the beam in figure 15 is in proportion to the distance from the end of the beam to the point of application of weight W. I think a lack of exposure is certainly evident. This arrangement has the same effect as a beam bearing on the middle of an axle, and therefore does not alter either the longitudinal or transverse weight distributions. A Bo bogie, since it will always be used in conjunction with another bogie in a complete chassis, could have its axles suspended by springy equalising beams of the kind shown in figure 12 d on both sides of the chassis. There is a lot of work in producing wheels, if you have ever had a go at doing it at home with basic equipment we should all be thankful for all those who are willing to take time from their own modelling to produce items we all may be able to use! As a break from the build, I decided to start on another locomotive.