Update on the Sanding Blocks:
- Utility patent application has been submitted and I now have "Patent Pending" status. My design is protected.
- First prototype has been created and it has been shipped to me. Should have it in my hands very soon. C'mon FedEx, get it here . . .
So now I can share some details.
You will notice that it shares a lot with the AFS blocks. I am incorporating the steel tensioning rods to adjust the flexibility of the block and reduce the need to have multiple blocks of the same length with varying flexibility.
*The patent attorney that I am working with is confident that my design has enough differences from the AFS blocks to be granted a utility patent.
What I show below is a 16 inch version of the block. I plan to initially offer it in 8", 16" and 24" versions, and then expand beyond that if the initial product is successful.
Here is a 3D photo rendering of the design:
Here is a 30 second video rendering of the design:
And, here is a picture of the actual prototype. Notice that the polycarbonate base is not adhered yet. I will do that when I receive it.
Next step is to get the prototype in hand and do some testing. Big question will be if the material we've chosen initially will be both flexible and durable enough. We'll see. I'll post some videos of the testing.
After the design is locked down, I will setup the crowdfunding process that I talked about.
Very exciting to see my idea coming to life!
I value your feedback. What do you think? There is still time to make changes . . .