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Let’s Build The S.H.O. Drive!
• This ^is a guide to a series of videos where I will construct the world’s first S.H.O. Drive.
• This will be the first drive motor in the world to have a coil that looks like an S, or an H, or an O, depending on which side you look from.
• S.H.O. also stands for “Side Hung Over”.
• What good is this for? The best way to know is to build one yourself and show it! So let’s begin!

Measuring devices

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Measuring Devices (Equipment) • This project involves many measuring devices, including analog and digital thermometers, a laser tachometer, a Milli-Ohm meter, an RMS meter, a LC meter, an Anemometer, a magnetic pole detector, and a metal detector.

Backup equipment

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Rechargeable Batteries (Energy) • Some of these devices come with non-rechargeable batteries. When these run out, they will need to be replaced. • Where possible, rechargeable batteries will be used after the old batteries are used up.  Non-Rechargeable Batteries (Energy) • Some of the measuring devices require watch-type batteries, so for these devices, non-rechargeable batteries will be used.  Fuses (Equipment) • Most multimeters have built-in fuses. These fuses are designed to burn out when overheated due to excessive current. • So as a matter of preparation, I have purchased compatible replacement fuses.  20 Amp Fuses (Equipment) • For 20 Amp protection, I purchased a 2-pack of Bussmann BP/ABC-20 20 Amp Fast Blow Fuses from Bussmann via Amazon.com  200 Milliamp Fuses (Equipment) • For 200 mA protection, I purchased a 5-pack of Bussmann GMA 200mA Fast-Blow Fuses from Divine Lighting via Amazon.com

Safety gear

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Fire Extinguisher (Equipment) • In a worst-case scenario, the project may catch on fire due to overheating. • To reduce the losses associated with such a fire, I must have a fire extinguisher at hand.  Fire Extinguisher (Equipment) • So for basic safety requirements, I purchased the Amerex B500, 5lb ABC Dry Chemical Class A B C Fire Extinguisher from Amerex via Amazon.com  Safety Gear (Equipment) • For safety, I purchased SAS safety goggles, an SAS First Aid Kit, and FastCap Skins Gloves, which I found in extra large. • I purchased these and more at a wood-working specialty store called Woodcraft.  Safety Gear (Equipment) • Since my wood-working operations will be limited to sanding and drilling small holes and grooves, I will use a Western Safety Dust and Particle Mask so as to not inhale any saw dust. • I purchased this from a Harbor Freight Tools store.

Recording device and accessories

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Visual Evidence (Protocols) • After the S.H.O. Drive is built, tests will follow. • The plan is to run extended duration tests, some which will run for hours, and others for days. • An appropriate video recording device is required to provide a visual record for these tests as they happen.  Camcorder (Recording) • To provide evidence for these tests, I have purchased a Canon VIXIA HF R60 Camcorder from Canon via Amazon.com  Camcorder (Recording) • This camcorder can record up to 12 hours at normal recording speed and also has a time-lapse function to record video over several days, or more. • It can capture video at 60 progressive frames per second.  Memory Card (Recording) • In order to record and save very long videos, I purchased the Transcend 128GB SDXC Class 10 UHS-1 Flash Memory Card from Transcend via Amazon.com  Adjustable Clamp Mount (Recording) • To record video at the desired angle, I have purchased the 13.4" Smatree Adjustable Jaws Flex Clamp Mount from Smatree via Amazon.com  Wide Angle Lens Kit (Recording) • In order to capture a wider angle of view in the video, I purchased a Wide Angle Lens Kit from ButterflyPhoto via Amazon.com • The included .43x Wide Angle Lens provides a better approximation of human vision.

April 2016 Presentation

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I	Introduction Summary of measuring devices, back up and safety equipment, and camcorder (+accessories)

1	Phase 1 Holes, brass hinges, square nuts

2	Phase 2 Neodymium magnets and bearings

3	Phase 3 Spool, coils, and ceiling hooks

4	Phase 4 No hidden batteries, increase rigidity, hex nuts, terminal rings, toggle switch, fan blades, and extended test run

5	Phase 5 Heavy duty basket, S.H.O. Drive insertion, secure meters, and portable extended test run

6	Phase 6 Square tote, plastic spools, protective edge trim, and enclosed extended test run

7	Phase 7 Prepare elevated test platform, outdoor test setup, camcorder hookup to portable power, and outdoor extended test run

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