modular pie-cosahedron

Step 2Fold and rivet the sides

fold and rivet the sides
folding the pans was greatly simplified by a 18inch bending brake. when you have to repeat some step 3*20 times, it's definitely worth setting up the appropriate jig. here a piece of metal to clamp down the pan was cut to give the appropriate clearance and later re-used as a hold down for drilling. we used a pop rivet in each corner to hold things a bit more rigid.

remember that sheet metal is sharp. wear gloves, but don't be afraid to have fun.
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Nov 21, 2010. 8:23 AMmshekleton says:
...and then you put the sharp sheet metal on your head. lol :)
Mar 14, 2010. 4:55 PMrockerape says:
sheet metal happens.   8P

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thanksgiving! ...and bringing technology to this traditional celebration of excess.