Thinking of a new gadget...

[Nemo_imp]

:rofl:

 

[Csory_imp]

A cooling jacket?! Yessir... Lemmethink: active cooling could be either via (a) evaporation or (b) Peltier elements. They actually do sell cooled "desert gear" here - under the brand name "Hyperkewl". Basically these are foam padded vests - dip it in water and evaporation will supposedly cool you for a couple hours. Peltiers would require electricity and additional cooling fins (to radiate heat from the hot side) - I can imagine something along the lines of a dinosaur with dorsal fin for that purpose. Would make a rather interesting-looking full-body protective suit

 

[Csory_imp]

Been working on a more "universal" mounting. Pictures below show the end result

(1) This is the prototype of a 45 degree stand, to be glued to the backside of the display module if someone wants to mount the gadget on the - say - brake fluid reservoir. Will be included as a "standard accessory" in the same color as the display housing. Credit goes to Max.



(2) What it looks like from the side (please ignore the black color - final version will be printed and painted in matching color to the display).




(3) The new, slimmer display module can be mounted on just about any flat surface. Brain module connects via the flat black phone cable. Display can be rotated 180 degrees - i.e. cable can be either at the top or the bottom.




I'm quite happy with these mounting options. Considering Gadget MkII "done" :excited:

Now printing more housing samples to work on best surface finish - looks like that black housing will look best if printed in black, silver housing printed in gray filament. Can't use metal filled plastic due to electric conductivity...

 

[peterbaron]

 

[Bazbro_imp]

That looks really good, Csory.

 

[GoldOxide_imp]

Super Csory. Instead of glue, consider 3M VHB grey adhesive foam tape. This way it can be removed if the rider wishes and without damaging any surfaces (e.g. handlebar hydraulic reservoirs). Furthermore, with proper surface preparation (e.g. cleaned with cleaning alcohol), the VHB won't fail. Definitely test first with your 3D-printed material.

 

[Csory_imp]

GoldOxide: Of course - what I meant by "glueing" is double-sided tape (thick enough to absorb bumps from mold-in text on hydro fluid reservoir cover). However, if someone knows in advance that his/her specific installation requires the angled stand, I can glue it to the screen with epoxy resin and paint the seam over. The material I use for printing is plain, simple ABS plastic manufactured by Verbatim. Never had any issues with those.

 

[GoldOxide_imp]

GoldOxide: Of course - what I meant by "glueing" is double-sided tape (thick enough to absorb bumps from mold-in text on hydro fluid reservoir cover). However, if someone knows in advance that his/her specific installation requires the angled stand, I can glue it to the screen with epoxy resin and paint the seam over. The material I use for printing is plain, simple ABS plastic manufactured by Verbatim. Never had any issues with those.

Cool.

 

[Csory_imp]

...if there is a "real" interest in this gadget-thingy.

Assuming that I'll have to hand-build each unit individually, how many of you would be interested in getting one for USD 100 incl. s/h? The package would consist of the display+brain module (black or silver), 45 degree stand (optionally pre-installed), wiring, and rotary encoder for setup.

I will update with a final post showing the last version (no functional changes, just a bunch of cosmetic tweaks), but would not go into the trouble of creating an installation/owners manual unless there is some actual interest )

Please send me a PM if you're interested.

Mods: please let me know if this is inappropriate to post such requests in this section.

 

[Cormanus]

Let’s see what response you get, Csory. If there’s interest we’ll move it to the “Members Products” section.

 

[Bazbro_imp]

My order's in! Serial number 1 !!

 

[GoldOxide_imp]

I reckon the oil temperature sensor is not included. Is the ambient air temperature sensor built-in the module? (don't recall)

 

[Csory_imp]

GO: ambient sensor is built-in. Latest version uses the oil temp sensor of the engine via splicing into the sensor cable. On liquid cooled bikes a second temperature measurement channel is also available for sensing and displaying coolant temp.

 

[TCinNC_imp]

GO: ambient sensor is built-in. Latest version uses the oil temp sensor of the engine via splicing into the sensor cable. On liquid cooled bikes a second temperature measurement channel is also available for sensing and displaying coolant temp.

I would be interested as well.

 

[Csory_imp]

A few more things based on your PM-ed questions:

- The unit (both display and brain module) is waterproof. This is achieved via casting in epoxy resin. The rotary encoder assembly (connected and used only while you configure the unit) is non-waterproof.

- Theoretically, the firmware could be updated later using the rotary encoder connector (also acts as an ISP programming header). To do so you'd need a Mac or a PC and an ISP programmer (and some familiarity with electronics and computers.)

- Connector cable between the display and brain module will be cut to measure, i.e. you can let me know the required length. Max length is about 20in or 0.5m, due to data speed constraints. Should be kept at minimum. The cable itself is ultra-flexible black silicone ribbon.

- Main wiring is made of a 4-wire black fuel/oil resistant data cable.

What comes now (before building the first unit...):

- Will make an "installation manual", and an "instruction manual" in pdf, public.

- Will post a detailed update on the latest version (so that you can clearly see what the final iteration looks/feels).

- Will do a complete video on making a unit to help with understanding "what's inside".

 

[Bazbro_imp]

Great stuff, Csory! :worship:.

 

[GoldOxide_imp]

A few more things based on your PM-ed questions:

- The unit (both display and brain module) is waterproof. This is achieved via casting in epoxy resin. The rotary encoder assembly (connected and used only while you configure the unit) is non-waterproof.

- Theoretically, the firmware could be updated later using the rotary encoder connector (also acts as an ISP programming header). To do so you'd need a Mac or a PC and an ISP programmer (and some familiarity with electronics and computers.)

- Connector cable between the display and brain module will be cut to measure, i.e. you can let me know the required length. Max length is about 20in or 0.5m, due to data speed constraints. Should be kept at minimum. The cable itself is ultra-flexible black silicone ribbon.

- Main wiring is made of a 4-wire black fuel/oil resistant data cable.

What comes now (before building the first unit...):

- Will make an "installation manual", and an "instruction manual" in pdf, public.

- Will post a detailed update on the latest version (so that you can clearly see what the final iteration looks/feels).

- Will do a complete video on making a unit to help with understanding "what's inside".

Sounds really swell Csory.

Assuming one can update their firmware via the integrated serial port, will you support and issue firmware updates from time-to-time, as required (if required)?

 

[Csory_imp]

A few more things based on your PM-ed questions:

- The unit (both display and brain module) is waterproof. This is achieved via casting in epoxy resin. The rotary encoder assembly (connected and used only while you configure the unit) is non-waterproof.

- Theoretically, the firmware could be updated later using the rotary encoder connector (also acts as an ISP programming header). To do so you'd need a Mac or a PC and an ISP programmer (and some familiarity with electronics and computers.)

- Connector cable between the display and brain module will be cut to measure, i.e. you can let me know the required length. Max length is about 20in or 0.5m, due to data speed constraints. Should be kept at minimum. The cable itself is ultra-flexible black silicone ribbon.

- Main wiring is made of a 4-wire black fuel/oil resistant data cable.

What comes now (before building the first unit...):

- Will make an "installation manual", and an "instruction manual" in pdf, public.

- Will post a detailed update on the latest version (so that you can clearly see what the final iteration looks/feels).

- Will do a complete video on making a unit to help with understanding "what's inside".

Sounds really swell Csory.

Assuming one can update their firmware via the integrated serial port, will you support and issue firmware updates from time-to-time, as required (if required)?

I will have the latest firmware available for download.

If there are any improvements, that version will be available too.

If your question is related to a functionality breaking (fatal) bug which somehow finds it's way into "production", I'd post the fixed version immediately, along with the option of sending a new unit (if someone feels uncomfortable with re-flashing the original one).

However, I seriously hope that this will never be necessary. Burn-in testing during the individual unit calibration phase is part of the manufacturing process...

 

[Bazbro_imp]

If such a fatal bug did afflict the unit, would it not be simpler and more reliable to just post it back to you to be "sorted"? Only the cost of return postage...

 

[Csory_imp]

Bazbro: Yep, that would be more cost-effective. But that would not treat you (the buyer) properly (=fixed ASAP) for a DOA (=dead on arrival) unit... Sending back the original one for refurb might still be an option.