Jinx wrote:
>
> > This cool! So who's gonna be first with the PIC
> > controlled MASS measuring kitchen scale???
>
> So how do you measure mass in space/0g ? Some sort of
> accelerometer ?

Yep. How about a 12v hobby store solenoid,
you mount it horizontal, attach to the mass
to be measured and then power it with a
constant current. Use an opto sensor and PIC
to time the pull-in time. Have it returned
by spring and do a few pull-tests before
the mass calc. Presto, kitchen scales that
measures mass. Perfect for taking to your
next zero-G cooking class. :o)
-Roman


> > A competition? Maybe a kg (mass) of beautiful
> > range-fed Aussie beef as the prize??
>
> Is this the "prime Aussie beef" that moos or hops ?

I've eaten 'roo. Considering Aussie beef is
among the worlds best i'd go for the "moo"...
;o)
-Roman

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