Hi completely new to all this - Looking for some help on a project (I know nothing!)

**xiztrn** · 14-04-2011

Hi,

I have decided to start a project to design and get manufactured my own yoyo.

The yoyo will be made most likely using 7075 grade aluminium (or something similar, depending on weight). Will have a diameter of 55mm Width 45mm weight of 65-66g with a fairly standard curved shape.

Shape similar to:

It would also need a groove for silicone (for response) and a bearing seat + hole for the axel:

Ok,

So you now have an idea of what im trying to achieve.

Where's best for me to start? I realise its going to be a lot of work and im going to have to spend a lot of time reading and researching which is fine by me but have no idea where to start?

I work for an architects (IT Manager) so have access to AutoCAD if that helps... I'm thinking that it might pay to get someone else to do the technical drawings to make sure they are spot on.

Will I find people on this forum that will create drawings for such things for a fee?

Another key part is going to be the machine work. As they are quite precise and small changes can make massive differences during play there will most likely be a few prototype stages to get it perfect. I understand its going to be an expensive process but will be worth it in the end and have no doubt once all is sorted I will be able to make my money back on sale without a problem.

So, silly question no doubt, I assume this forum is full of people who are able to do this kind of work?

Any ideas of how much prototypes etc would cost would be great?

I would also be more than happy if theres someone out there who has all the equipment and would be interested in joining my in my project, helping with drawings and machining. It would obviously keep costs down a lot for me but I would in turn for the help etc give a share of all profits. Anyone interested shoot me a PM.

So, there's my essay. Any thoughts at all would be very welcome and if you would like any more info just ask.

Hopefully this is the right kind of forum for this!! :P

Thanks :)