Article archives from the News at Synthesis. These are opinions about things we do, or interesting things from our customers, or around the world. Select “INSIGHTS” above for the full list of “The Engineer’s Perspective” articles.
New bike? Yup, good day! Yet, both the path and result have things to think about. From the perspective of an engineer who does work in the bicycle industry, this is a review of both the bike, a Pivot 429 Trail, and the journey.
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Last month we received notice of yet another bicycle chainring patent award for previous design and engineering. Of course these patents take a long time, usually years to process, and this one is no exception.
I ask the question “Do You Have To Be Stupid To Protest?” because of the hypocrisy in protest with current events. Though I totally agree with the roots of the cause, I fail to understand why protesters act contrary to success and refuse to give, and be, the very things they demand. It’s situational stupidity. […]
We received word last month that the “Bicycle Carrier Maintenance Stand” patent is coming. Great to see it now with a new utility patent award and recognition.
I received a threatening letter the other day that made me laugh. However, after the laughter died down I started to ponder how we as a society, and especially in business, solve disputes. In this case it’s a one-sided
In all that is new, some things are still the same. 2019 was yet another year of advancing technology — globally — and also in the micro sphere here at Synthesis. A decade of engineering from our perspective. Now what will this next New Day / New Year / New Decade bring for you? For […]
Can we make it all fit? That was the big question of the moment when that “little” shipping container arrived. The truck driver was worried, yet trusting the CAD models, we fired up the forklift
I’ve been doing this for years, yet I still get excited when the new prototype parts arrive. It doesn’t matter if they are 3D Printing or CNC, or like these, MJF.
Took time this week to attend the Outdoor Industry Summer Market in Denver, Colorado. Couldn’t spend a lot of time, but did go for a day and was impressed (again) with the bits of innovation and evolution on display.
Very honored to participate with a group of eighth grade science students practicing the engineering and design process with their “Dream Invention” projects. Training, if you will, the next generation of engineers. What a great way to learn by doing. The science teachers at Holmes Middle School in Colorado Springs are putting creativity and forward […]
Get yourself ready for one of the best Mountain Bike Race events ever. Yes, ever! Is that too bold? These courses are the best yet.
Go Code Colorado 2018 challenge weekend happens again with some fantastic ideas highlighting the really creative people and concepts.
Artistic expression in 3D CAD — it’s art with a purpose — and, in this case recognition with a design patent. This one is more than just a design,
Word just in, a new Bicycle Derailleur Patent issue (March 20, 2018) for work we did a few years ago. One of two passed this week through the patent office and added
There are a ton of Video editing software packages around. Recently we decided to take a step up, and chose Corel Video Studio 2018. It’s a recent release, and there are some good reviews online, so why not?
In the wake of the horrific and violent incidents in Florida as well as the uptick in threats of violence following, like many of you, we are also pondering questions of “What can be done?”
From our FAQ with a little more detail: While we do have a few favorite industries, we cover a broad spectrum and love expanding. We serve in the
Rapid prototyping is awesome — especially when we get the chance to push the envelope a little.
We’re hitting the Solidworks season where all the preview things we’ve been hearing about finally hit the desk where we can drive them. I love going to the big demo events where
Are you part of the movement? It’s not about the Coffee. “1 Million Cups” is much more than Caffeine or Networking. For us, it’s about
With the world progressing more to mobile devises and mobile access to information everywhere, Synthesis has been updating our older — still very popular engineering article (s) — making them current and mobile-friendly.
Intensity. That’s what it takes sometimes to find needed answers in short order. Planning helps too. Those concepts describe the past two weekends at Synthesis
There are dozens of great ways to make prototype parts. 3D printing in many variations (in many materials) are all the rage these days
The State of Colorado puts on a pretty interesting challenge each year called Go Code Colorado. It’s a series of events which bring awareness to using public data for the public good.
The DIY Plans section on Synthesis that was called “By The Way” has now found its new home at MechanicalElements.com.
When it comes to engineering, sometimes the mind just never turns off. Even problems around the house, in Do-It-Yourself mode,
Have you ever pulled up a favorite website and found your name in an article?
Startup Week is a fantastic event that happens each year in many cities — including here in Colorado Springs. This year (2016) Synthesis presented. So, if you missed it, we have now posted the content as an article
For the past 10 years Synthesis has served as the Engineering Department (and more) for WickWerks (Cycling Components). Now we say “So Long, and Thanks!”