Universal Mechanical Shape Copying Tool

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Universal shape copying and controling tool

The universal mechanical shape copying and controlling measuring tool that we

present in this project is especially useful for modeling ships and airplanes, but not just

that. Because of its simplicity, you can use it for copying and controlling various curved

surfaces on working items. This tool is also convenient for checking out curves - for

example, while making a turning template, etc. Also, you can easily adjust construction

to your needs by changing some dimensions, or in another words you can decrease or

enlarge the whole assembly to suit the regular dimensions and tools for your line of

work.

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Shape copying tool parts list



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Shape copying tool assembly 2D drawing



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Assemblage instructions

1. Weld the Angle measuring Frame (Part 3) to the Ruler frame (Part 2).



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2. Fasten the Spindle frame (Part 4) to the subassembly made in the previous step using Knurled screw

M5 x 8mm (Part 6), Wing screw M5 x 16mm (Part 9), Lock washer M5 (Part 7) and Hexagon nut M5

(Part 8).



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3. Screw the Spindles (Part 5) into the holes on the Spindle frame (Part 4).

4. Fasten the Movable ruler (Part 1) to the subassembly made in the previous step using Knurled screw

M5 x 8mm (Part 6).



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Methods of Use

1. Draw one reference longitudinal line on your model.

2. Draw one reference transverse line, or more lines that are on some parallel distance one from

another on your model. You can draw more lines if the shape you are controlling or copying is

changing lengthwise, like in case of the ship hull. Of course, if you are making the grating

template for example, then you do not have to draw any reference lines.

3. Set the Movable ruler (Part 1) onto the longitudal line, and the Ruler frame (Part 2) onto the

first transverse line. The Movable ruler becomes movable when you loose the Knurled screw M5

x 8mm (Part 6), so if you notice that some of the Spindles (Part 5) are not touching the surface,

just move it a little and tighten the Knurled screw back.

4. Turn the Spindles (Part 5) until they touch the surface.

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