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11-29-2011 #1Registered User
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CNC Machinists/CAD designers, I need advice on creating my invention.
Not sure if this is better here, or in the General discussion area, but I figured the experts come in here, so here it is. I've got an idea, and I think it's a good one. Those I've bounced it off have agreed, but I don't know where to start. I have a need for a product, and this product would appeal to many, thousands I think, that also need this product. It is motorsports related, and would be very affordable to the masses. However, I have no experience in CAD drawing, and don't know where to turn for advice. I'm afraid if I mumble a word about it, my idea would be vapor and turn up elsewhere. It is a simple idea, and there is no product on the market to compete with in my search.
How do I work with a CAD designer to make a prototype, and consequently a CNC machinist, or other fabricator without fear of intellectual theft?
I don't have much money to invest yet, even after selling my PT car.
I know at some point I'll have to trust someone, but I'm not sure if I can even apply for a decent patent without some engineering advice and quality drawings. I'm a fine artist, but some of my idea will need engineering advice to see what aspects are feasible or cost effective/prohibitive.
Advice appreciated!!
1969 Firebird, Black, Parchment Arizen interior, Poncho 383 (4" crank), Kauffman heads, TKO600, Moser 12 bolt, Wilwoods, DSE, Speed Tech, Koni, Hotchkis, GW, 18" TTI's, VA Gen IV, etc.
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11-29-2011 #2Registered User
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Also, what system could I use to learn some basic CAD drawings? It's not a highly technical part, but there are moving mechanisms that I'll need to determine the best manner to render.
1969 Firebird, Black, Parchment Arizen interior, Poncho 383 (4" crank), Kauffman heads, TKO600, Moser 12 bolt, Wilwoods, DSE, Speed Tech, Koni, Hotchkis, GW, 18" TTI's, VA Gen IV, etc.
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