BLOCKBUSTER! NASA Clamp

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The Blockbuster solve the retaining forces using the difference in height of the revolving interior cap and a curved railing path which force the side of the clamp towards the pipe. In the same time a small cam on the revolving shaft will lock and contribute to retention. The "washer" who blocks the head of revolving piece shaft is meant to be replaced in case the material fails over time. The mechanical system is build in the way protects the rotating shaft from bending (giving the weak material), copying the pipe section with the revolved shape the forces will work against the metal pipe and will prevent the bending. There is an overall care to counterbalance the forces and not to rely only on material properties. All elements are intended to be kind of sturdy an generously sized just to offer an extra safe usage during the entire product life. The BLOCKBUSTER! title cames from the"imaginary" block wich represents the given print limit :) _model upgraded just for the reason to eliminate repetitive same models in the scene...no changes....