Telescope Primary Mirror Bracket

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This is a work in progress and updated parts will be uploaded as I design them. This is just a small part of a large project that will take some time to complete. I am in the process of designing a modular telescope but it will take some time to complete. For now, I will be uploading parts as I complete them and eventually a larger project with all the parts combined will be uploaded. This part ---------------------------------------- This was designed to be the adjustable primary mirror bracket. For this to be functional, you will need: 6 M3 of varying length 6 M3 nuts 4 0.035"x0.25"x0.5" or similar springs Some felt or other grippy, soft material Optional: 2 M5 to attach the bracket to something 2 M5 nuts To assemble, place M3 screws from back and underside of the stationary part and place springs on them. Take the lower holder part and insert the M3 nuts into the slots and secure the screws with the nuts. It's probably easier to do the lower screws first and then the horizontal screws. Place some felt or other material on the lower part of the lower holder and place the primary mirror on top. Place some of the felt on the upper holder near the part which will be in contact with the mirror and insert the other two M3 nuts into the two unused slots on the lower holder and then put the last two screws through the upper holder and into the lower holder and secure. This is designed to use a mirror that is 3/4" thick. If I've overlooked anything or made a mistake in the files, please let me know and I'll correct it as soon as I can. Want to see this project be finished sooner? Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=12485754