Kerosene heater workings, and product development

Discussion in 'Garages, workshops & DIY' started by Brian.G, Mar 13, 2014.

  1. Brian.G

    Brian.G Forum Member

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    I found this when looking for the correct airflow rate calculations of said machine after my own machines airpump wore WAY beyond spec. Since I wasn't going to fork out 1200euro for another heater I made a new case and vanes from graphite. The link below is pretty interesting and explains how said products are developed from the start and all along the way - the day job for some of us, but its an easy read and described well.

    http://gicl.cs.drexel.edu/index.php/Group_13_-_Kerosene_Heater

    Its also handy if your heater breaks down too lol

    Brian,
     
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    Wow, those guys take dismantling *very* seriously!
     
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    I liked the bit about the casing that could easily get dented by a bear hand.


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    :)
     
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    Spotted that too lol
     

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