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<blockquote data-quote="John Roberts" data-source="post: 15619" data-attributes="member: 126"><p>Re: Some background about this DIY forum</p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p>Sorry to hear...but not all that surprising. I am a mod at one decent sized DIY forum. <a href="http://www.prodigy-pro.com/diy/index.php" target="_blank">http://www.prodigy-pro.com/diy/index.php</a> while the interest there seems focused on studio gear, it ranges to most things electrical or electronic. {I don't recall blowing you off, sorry if I did.} </p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p>Regarding free design software there are several PCB layout programs provided by PCB makers trying to drum up business and at least one free 2D cad software program provided by a low volume metal or other odd parts maker. There have been multiple threads on that subject over at the website I listed. </p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p>welcome</p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p>I think I may have some insight into why you haven't found nirvana in open source hardware design. Professional designers expect compensation for novel design. It is the ''work'' that they do. A little like me asking you to come set up and mix a sound show for free, because you are experienced and know how to do it so well. <img src="http://www.soundforums.net/images/smilies/icon_lol.gif" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii fr-draggable " style="" /> </p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p>I found the LAB subwoofer design a ''professional'' speaker design effort, given to the community gratis by TD. I never felt people completely understood how generous that was. I don't think we can find many (any?) like examples from similar stature design engineers. Most free designs are worth pretty much what you pay for them, IMAO (in my arrogant opinion). </p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p>As I said I moderate on a design forum, and am more than willing to share general knowledge and point people in the right direction while critiquing a rough design, I was helped by others when I was wet behind ears and learning the basics. That said, a bunch of amateurs collaborating on a design project does not suggest anything near a professional ''work for hire'' end result. I quickly lose interest with the number of people I encounter who have no desire in learning ''how to design'' but instead want to learn ''how to get an XYZ without that nagging little detail'' (a merchantable design). </p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p>Being truly professional about this, suggests a different path to me, but I understand the desire, while perhaps it underestimates the skill sets involved. In one of my past jobs I managed an engineering group, and even degreed junior engineers require much hand holding to turn out a merchantable product, even on relatively straightforward derivative designs (like the next generation ZYX for example). </p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p>------</p><p></p><p>Not to be a complete downer, could I suggest a slightly different tack along similar lines that could be similarly educational. Offer technical advice for people trying to repair or modify old out of warranty audio products. </p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p>I am always apprehensive about inviting neophytes under the hood when mains power is involved, but most of the people electrocuted are ''professional'' technicians and engineers who get sloppy and too comfortable around dangerous voltages because they are experienced. </p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p>Good luck... </p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p>JR</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="John Roberts, post: 15619, member: 126"] Re: Some background about this DIY forum Sorry to hear...but not all that surprising. I am a mod at one decent sized DIY forum. [url="http://www.prodigy-pro.com/diy/index.php"]http://www.prodigy-pro.com/diy/index.php[/url] while the interest there seems focused on studio gear, it ranges to most things electrical or electronic. {I don't recall blowing you off, sorry if I did.} Regarding free design software there are several PCB layout programs provided by PCB makers trying to drum up business and at least one free 2D cad software program provided by a low volume metal or other odd parts maker. There have been multiple threads on that subject over at the website I listed. welcome I think I may have some insight into why you haven't found nirvana in open source hardware design. Professional designers expect compensation for novel design. It is the ''work'' that they do. A little like me asking you to come set up and mix a sound show for free, because you are experienced and know how to do it so well. [img]http://www.soundforums.net/images/smilies/icon_lol.gif[/img] I found the LAB subwoofer design a ''professional'' speaker design effort, given to the community gratis by TD. I never felt people completely understood how generous that was. I don't think we can find many (any?) like examples from similar stature design engineers. Most free designs are worth pretty much what you pay for them, IMAO (in my arrogant opinion). As I said I moderate on a design forum, and am more than willing to share general knowledge and point people in the right direction while critiquing a rough design, I was helped by others when I was wet behind ears and learning the basics. That said, a bunch of amateurs collaborating on a design project does not suggest anything near a professional ''work for hire'' end result. I quickly lose interest with the number of people I encounter who have no desire in learning ''how to design'' but instead want to learn ''how to get an XYZ without that nagging little detail'' (a merchantable design). Being truly professional about this, suggests a different path to me, but I understand the desire, while perhaps it underestimates the skill sets involved. In one of my past jobs I managed an engineering group, and even degreed junior engineers require much hand holding to turn out a merchantable product, even on relatively straightforward derivative designs (like the next generation ZYX for example). ------ Not to be a complete downer, could I suggest a slightly different tack along similar lines that could be similarly educational. Offer technical advice for people trying to repair or modify old out of warranty audio products. I am always apprehensive about inviting neophytes under the hood when mains power is involved, but most of the people electrocuted are ''professional'' technicians and engineers who get sloppy and too comfortable around dangerous voltages because they are experienced. Good luck... JR [/QUOTE]
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