Custom Built Machine – Set To Sail
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
News
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.
Prototype Parts Arrive!!
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.
Outdoor Industry Summer Market
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.
A ‘Next’ Generation Of Engineers
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 […]
Full Moon Rendezvous – Mountain Bike Race After Dark
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
Go Code Colorado 2018 challenge weekend happens again with some fantastic ideas highlighting the really creative people and concepts.
Artistic 3D CAD – Design Patent
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,
New Bicycle Derailleur Patent
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
Review: Video Studio 2018 / Video Studio X10
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?
Solve Violence with Common Sense Security
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?”
What Industry(s) Do You Serve?
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
Pushing Boundaries – Rapid Prototyping Foam
Rapid prototyping is awesome — especially when we get the chance to push the envelope a little.
The ‘New’ of Solidworks 2018
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
Fueling the Entrepreneurial Community
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
New Updates To Our Most Popular Articles
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.
Treasures From The Design Sprint
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
CNC Machine Parts To Take The Heat
There are dozens of great ways to make prototype parts. 3D printing in many variations are all the rage
Go Code Colorado Challenge Weekend 2017
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.
Synthesis DIY Plans Sold At Mechanical Elements
The DIY Plans section on Synthesis that was called “By The Way” has now found its new home at MechanicalElements.com.
Chalk One Up For Tested Engineering Design
When it comes to engineering, sometimes the mind just never turns off. Even problems around the house, in Do-It-Yourself mode,
A Patent In The Press
Have you ever pulled up a favorite website and found your name in an article?
Presentation From Startup Week
Startup Week is a fantastic event that happens each year in many cities — including here Colorado Springs. This year we presented, and have now posted the content as an article here.
Cycling, Engineering & “Thanks !!”
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!”
The Flag They Said Wouldn’t Fly
A flag — Well, a banner — No, a Course Feature. OK, we’re not sure sure what it is, but it was created as a WickWerks promotional piece to be used at Bicycle Races like CrossVegas.
Safety On The Ski Slopes . . .
When we think of safety on the ski slopes, it’s not usually tractors or bright, warm summer days that come to mind.
Obstacle Race
Obstacle races like the “Muddy Buddy” and “Foam Fest” have become fun entertainment for many people wanting a different type of athletic challenge. Indeed, if you’ve seen them, heard about them, or participated in them, they offer some amazing challenges
“Buy the Way” is Back On-Line!
The “Buy the Way” Section of Synthx.com is Back On-Line! Our special section of Do-it-Yourself plans — titled (as a play on words) — Buy the Way —
Cyclocross World Championships, 2013
In Louisville, KY at the Cyclocross World Championships, 2013, many of these top athletes were riding products that were designed and engineered right here at Synthesis! Did you know, the “World’s Fastest Shifting Chainrings” — produced and sold by WickWerks — are designed, and tested right here in Colorado Springs? Fun facts: Katie Compton, one […]
News Report Spotlight
News Report Spotlight on a Synthesis Customer and Prototype This is a very cool, non-lethal approach to protection from a vicious animal — in particular, aggressive dogs. The product design helps protect people providing services when surprised by an over protective animal. The Stun Shield is for those reading meters, delivering packages, marking underground utilities, […]
Technical Article Revisions
Announcing new revisions and updates on two of our most popular articles — including revisions in each chapter. Thousands of people read these technical article features each year, which makes us happy. Yet, things keep changing, so we need to keep the articles up to date. Now these articles have updates with even more pictures […]