Simon Robson Concepts and Designs

Innovative Concepts, Designs, Projects and Procedures  email: [email protected]

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Retirement calculation sheet.xlsx

Want to see how much you need to save to achieve the retirement you desire?  Here is a spreadsheet that you can use to see how your savings will grow, and at a retirement date you select, how long your savings will last. You enter basic information like age, savings amount, retirement date and funds needed at retirement and the spreadsheet will show you have you savings will grow and tell you if you will have enough to last your retirement. Click on this link https://drive.google.com/open?id=1jn7XH8nEz2WEwQgYyEce23v6IcdI1Ip8

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Here are photos, drawings and instructions to install a heat shield (gray sheet metal) for a carburetor version of a Triumph TR6 (mine is a 1974).  This inexpensive heat shield reflects gradient heat from the exhaust manifold allowing the carburetors to run cooler.  Follow the link if you are interested. https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_bVeq7Czgw9LXdQM0pfR09KZHc/view?usp=sharing

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Ever wanted to install an engineered (floating) hardwood floor, but have no idea what it takes? You cannot access instructions inside the box without opening up aflooring box!!!  Here is a general “how-to” instructions with tips I’ve put together after install over 7 floors.  Click on the following link to what’s involved: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_bVeq7Czgw9TXk5Tk9NeXdUODg/view?usp=sharing

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After several inquiries I have designed this version of a yarn unwinder (for knitting) which is made from inexpensive soft wood with simple hand tools (no lathe required) like the earlier versions.  This version has no fancy tapers or shapes that need a lathe. This can be made for a few dollars out of scrap wood. To see how it’s made click on the following link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_bVeq7Czgw9THh3aWpVREZFNmM/view?usp=sharing

This versions and several other yarn unspoolers can be purchased for SRCDShop on Etsy at: www.etsy.com/shop/SRCDShop

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How would you like to make pictorials, perspective renderings and isometric drawings using the drawing tools of Word or Excel.  Here are two shots of drawing made with Microsoft Word.  Click on the link to see how to use this very useful, but little used tool.  https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_bVeq7Czgw9ZWVMMHFoMnRoSTg/view?usp=sharing

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How would you like to make professional drawings using Microsoft Excel?  Here are some screen shots of drawings made on Excel.  Click on the link and download instructions and directions on how to make drawings like this. https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_bVeq7Czgw9Tl9VNDVsN253VUk/view?usp=sharing

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Here are directions, photos and plans for you to build a professional looking but inexpensive bookshelf for around $35 dollars and about 4-6 hours.  Click on the following link. https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_bVeq7Czgw9SzlScVFNemhaNTQ/view?usp=sharing

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Here are plans and directions for 12′L X 8′H X 2′ thick movable display walls.  We made five for a Graphic Art show but realized that these walls could be scaled to 8′ or 10′ long and used as partitions or a way to add extra wall space at a home or studio.  These cost about $350 a piece and take about 30 hours to make.   Follow the link to see the plans and directions. https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B_bVeq7Czgw9bTR0MHFpRHRrY1k

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Are you frustrated with your cabinet storage?  Here are instructions with photos and drawings showing you how to improve the efficiency of kitchen cabinets.  Follow this link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_bVeq7Czgw9TlhReWNwdUxxR0E/view?usp=sharing

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Here are the plans for a new and improved corn hole boards.  These boards (photo take before the final clear coat) are lighter, steadier and reduce the boucce of the bean bags.  The unpainted boards can be made for the low price of $25/set (if you make 2 sets).  Follow the link to see the plans: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_bVeq7Czgw9WW5Xc1JncnNBSnM/view?usp=sharing

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Here is version 3 of a DIY teaching aid to help Language Arts Teachers explain the concepts of building a cohesive thesis statement.  This tool brings to the classroom a physical tool the students can touch and actually see a temple being created step by step.  This tool has been successfully used last year. Click here an instructions on how to build this simple yet unique tool: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_bVeq7Czgw9aDJIZ3lFME0xT1U/view?usp=sharing

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Here is an inexpensive DIY camera tripod trolley that you can make for a little over $100.  Click on the link to see the instructions here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_bVeq7Czgw9TmR4dWpXTUh6Uzg/view?usp=sharing

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If you think all I do is make projects, how about this...?  I also manage a group of swans on our community lakes.  I’ve been asked many times for information regarding the care and management of these beautiful birds that naturally keep Canada Geese away, so if you and/or your community are looking for information on what it takes to manage swans, here is a document to get you started. https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_bVeq7Czgw9VF9vZS1xVWo0ak0/view?usp=sharing

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This is the effect you will get when using our DIY car mount.

Make this inexpensive ($25) camera mount for your car to achieve great motion video or still shots (background blurred with subject absolutely still and in focus). A video showing the mount in action will follow shortly.  Instructions and drawings for this camera mount can be found at this link.  https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_bVeq7Czgw9Zy1YeXp6eEx5RWc/view?usp=sharing

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Here is a video and instructions to make a the best lime drink I’ve ever tasted it’s called a Caipirinah.  This is the national drink of Brazil and is made from Cachaca (liquor made from sugarcane). If you want to look at the written instructions click here:  https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_bVeq7Czgw9MVNlLTN0WW9kb0U/view?usp=sharing

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Make this stunning Tie Rack for under $25.  It’s a little tricky, but with a table saw, medium wood working skills, and the instructions attached, you can do it in a few hours.  Click on the link for the directions. https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_bVeq7Czgw9LVRBbjVVQkpiQ1U/view?usp=sharing

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Here is a DYI frame to hold a camera (here doing a video) at a consistent height, but must move smoothly over a 5 foot square are.  This project as the making the credits section of a movie.  Credits were positioned in several areas of the desktop (typewriter, pad, newspaper) and the camera moved from one area to the next.  Two cranks mover the camera from one location to the next. We used 1/2″ EMT for the rails, but this could be increased to 3/4″ EMT for a heavier camera.  Pulleys were 1-1/2″ patio door wheels (Home Depot) pressed onto wooden dowels. Project cost less than $50 and can be disassembled for transporting.