richiewayne Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 Hi everyone. My name is Richie and I’ve been in the composites industry professionally for the past 12yrs. I’ve worked in both Aerospace and Marine, from phenolic prepregs to polyesters, honeycomb core to foam core, gelcoat to paint, part design, mold design, etc. With all that, I’m just now starting to build my own garage set up and build some hobby composites. I’m looking forward to getting some ideas from everyone and helping I’m with yours. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lo_0l Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 1 hour ago, richiewayne said: Hi everyone. My name is Richie and I’ve been in the composites industry professionally for the past 12yrs. I’ve worked in both Aerospace and Marine, from phenolic prepregs to polyesters, honeycomb core to foam core, gelcoat to paint, part design, mold design, etc. With all that, I’m just now starting to build my own garage set up and build some hobby composites. I’m looking forward to getting some ideas from everyone and helping I’m with yours. Welcome aboard! It's great to have you join us. What kind of hobby parts do you want to build? If there are any subforums you'd like to see to support your efforts, please feel free to ask 🙂 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richiewayne Posted November 2, 2023 Author Share Posted November 2, 2023 I am fascinated with some of the cosmetic carbon fiber weaves and am looking to work on some projects that combine other functionality for a dramatic design. Much like the Pokeball video posted in the Cool Carbon Fiber Things thread. I don’t have an immediate project, but am going through ideas in my head. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lo_0l Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 8 hours ago, richiewayne said: I am fascinated with some of the cosmetic carbon fiber weaves and am looking to work on some projects that combine other functionality for a dramatic design. Much like the Pokeball video posted in the Cool Carbon Fiber Things thread. I don’t have an immediate project, but am going through ideas in my head. That's awesome! Tremendously looking forward to seeing your projects @richiewayne You should check out this DIY composite curing oven that @John Kimball made a few weeks ago! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenn4536 Posted December 11, 2023 Share Posted December 11, 2023 Nice to meet you Richie! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jas0n_NeVel Posted December 18, 2023 Share Posted December 18, 2023 Hi Richie! Good to aee another hobbyist here, although it seems like you already have a lot of experience. What have you been working on? Anything you'd recommend for a novice? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richiewayne Posted December 19, 2023 Author Share Posted December 19, 2023 I’m working on a product for a prior employer currently. I’ve also got some automotive parts for a friend coming up. For a novice, I would generally recommend a simple shape. Do you have any thoughts on what you might like to build, or what method/materials you would use? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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