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Prototyping always starts with a series of sketches to help me understand the problem and explore possible solutions.
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The first parts of the prototype assembly. I modeled the two plastic parts in Solidworks and had them CNC'd. They locate the stator and rotor to ensure concentricity.
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Partial assembly with base, stator, and rotor.
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Assembly with interface for drive shaft and mixing bowl.
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Full working assembly. I then performed temperature and torque tests to validate idea.
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