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General => General Discussion => Topic started by: zombie on October 09, 2014, 11:14:36 PM
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I've mentioned my new business venture here, and it is moving ahead at a pretty fair pace. I am building a new genre in sail powered, personal watercraft. Hydrofoils are the main focus.
These boats will literately "fly".
We have bought the domain name(s), and registered the LLC. Now we are in the process of building the web site, and gathering info for starting a forum to help support the hydrofoil community.
The Image you see is a composite rendering made w/ Blender, (free) http://www.blender.org/features/ (http://www.blender.org/features/) and Microsoft Paint (with a few D'loaded fonts).
I used a model that is purposefully vague in order to keep the designs under wraps until it is officially released but I have to admit I am amazed at what a free software can produce.
Anyway...
This is a preview of the Web sites main page as created by yours truly.
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Just to show what Blender can do...
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I like the concept and the rendering looks good. See you on the shark tank.
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Can't wait for the Shark Tank appearance !
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I appreciate that 008.
You won't see me groveling for money tho... I have interest in 10 boats (one buyer) that has come from just the concepts, and word of mouth.
Without getting into the math... That order alone will put this venture on the map.
We intend to launch the "teaser" web site this December, and then the complete web site/forum June, 2015, and fill the first order (10 boats) the same day. We have a few tricks up our sleeve for the next 6 months (to Dec 2015), and a second set of tricks for the following 6. (exclusive marketing deals/exclusive rental fleets).
The intent is to sell a sh** ton of boats (commercial ventures) before sales actually go public in Dec., 2015
Fingers crossed.
Till then it will be sneak peaks/dimensions/performance specs./maybe some merchandising...
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Hey, Zomb! What and idea! Ah, you remember the flail about "Auto Shack" and the lawsuit that made them change it to "Auto Zone?" When you make it big with these and are rollin' in the bucks RAYMARINE is gonna come and getcha! They make radars, gps and other stuff for commercial and pleasure boats.
I think your idea and promo is great! Just don't forget all us knuckle-draggers here at the ol' forum when you make it big, OK?
Karl
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Hey Sis!
You won't see me on Shark Tank but you will see those fools trying to ride these babies in Costa Rica or Barbados.
I have a few close friends that have offered to "step in" w/ some cash... It's not happening. I can build what I want to build, and I can produce a market.
40 years of building boats in all sorts of categories has led me to this. If there is ONE thing above all else I have learned... People that are into water sports have one common thread. If it is cooler than the last thing they bought... Money is no object. They will have the coolest play toy on the water, and nothing including divorce will stop them.
As to the fellas that come up w/ a "helping hand"...They weren't there to help when I was working my fingers raw or when I was covered from head to toe in toxic paints/resins/dust, just so they could spend another 1,000.00 in fuel for the weekend, and ride around aimlessly. I could have used their help then... ,I don't need their help now.
Who knows, maybe tri-foil racing will make it to the Paralympics. Pm me on the Tri-Foil forum, and I'll hook you up w/ some race boats for your crew. ;)
Ps... It's a go big or go home deal! I've already got world sporting events on the brain. (Zombie/Brain Ha Ha!)
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I guess my post to Karl got lost in space. I'll do it again...
My current business name is Max Marine. It has been for 30+ years.
Around 15 years ago I received a letter from a lawyer for Marine Max. They claimed infringement on their name, and "offered" me the opportunity to change my business name or face 75,000.00' in damages plus whatever.
I replied the company name I use is in ENGLISH, and it was available, and registered to me as a tax paying citizen of these United States. I berated them for believing they own the alphabet, and every combination of letters it contains.
I also explained that my Grandfather went by the nick name Big Mac (that's why I feel kindred to Big Mac here (AMAC/Be big)) Anyway my company is a play on words Max (Macs) marine, in homage to my grandfather.
I'll be Hell damned, and long dead before someone/anyone can call me out on the alphabet, and MY preference as to how I use it.
New York Baby. All day!
This new business name is another play on words or combination of words. Ray is from Manta Ray (which is a big part of the concept/incorporated into the company logo), and Tri Maran as in tri hull boat design. RayMaran
If anyone ( RayMarine ) wants to claim I am attempting to "piggyback" on another name... It's best if they understand for themselves. We all pull up our britches, and have to step out of the house from time to time. Unless you can PROVE in court that you own all the letters, and combos there of... we are on my terms, and I love long walks.
I know you all know me well enough to realize what I do/say here is what I am. Everything I do is to try to help anyone that asks. I'll never turn my back. I just get over the top upset w/ crap like that.
I'm real easy to get ahold of. My email is listed here. Long live the knuckle draggers!
Ps... That "letter" from Marine Max? I never heard from them again.
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Hey Sis!
You won't see me on Shark Tank but you will see those fools trying to ride these babies in Costa Rica or Barbados.
I have a few close friends that have offered to "step in" w/ some cash... It's not happening. I can build what I want to build, and I can produce a market.
40 years of building boats in all sorts of categories has led me to this. If there is ONE thing above all else I have learned... People that are into water sports have one common thread. If it is cooler than the last thing they bought... Money is no object. They will have the coolest play toy on the water, and nothing including divorce will stop them.
As to the fellas that come up w/ a "helping hand"...They weren't there to help when I was working my fingers raw or when I was covered from head to toe in toxic paints/resins/dust, just so they could spend another 1,000.00 in fuel for the weekend, and ride around aimlessly. I could have used their help then... ,I don't need their help now.
Who knows, maybe tri-foil racing will make it to the Paralympics. Pm me on the Tri-Foil forum, and I'll hook you up w/ some race boats for your crew. ;)
Ps... It's a go big or go home deal! I've already got world sporting events on the brain. (Zombie/Brain Ha Ha!)
Here's hoping it's "Go Big" for you , Bro !
I have faith that you will do well . Sell some to Hinckley(Yachts) so you can get to Maine...I'll spring for the Lobster and clams !
Rooting for your sucess !!
Your Sister from another Mister 8)
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You're very dear to me Sis, and I appreciate your good will.
I always run off straight into the middle of things, and this is no exception. The redeeming quality I have is I always get done what i set out to do. Once I am twisting the throttle there is no slowing down till the task at hand is completed.
Hinkley wasn't on my list yet but actually... What company wouldn't pay thru the teeth for a custom built one off advertising gig.
Build one for Petrone, and have a release party. Build one for Sandals resort, and have a release party. Build one for Jesica Alba, and have a ....
I see lots of parties, and LOADS of the best food ever... Maine Lobster. My treat of course. (I'm already spending it)
I keep thinking of the American Chopper crew. One guy built One bike, and everything in their worlds changed forever.
I've already put out the feelers... Who do I know that knows the guy that knows THE guy.
Our first order is one of my customers, friends. You never know just exactly, who you might know.
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You're very dear to me Sis, and I appreciate your good will.
I always run off straight into the middle of things, and this is no exception. The redeeming quality I have is I always get done what i set out to do. Once I am twisting the throttle there is no slowing down till the task at hand is completed.
Hinkley wasn't on my list yet but actually... What company wouldn't pay thru the teeth for a custom built one off advertising gig.
Build one for Petrone, and have a release party. Build one for Sandals resort, and have a release party. Build one for Jesica Alba, and have a ....
I see lots of parties, and LOADS of the best food ever... Maine Lobster. My treat of course. (I'm already spending it)
I keep thinking of the American Chopper crew. One guy built One bike, and everything in their worlds changed forever.
I've already put out the feelers... Who do I know that knows the guy that knows THE guy.
Our first order is one of my customers, friends. You never know just exactly, who you might know.
Thanks for the sweet compliment :)
I'm sure that that "One" you build will lead to the person who knows the person who knows... The Guy.
I'm sure you have a great path in front of you...may it stay clear and free of obstacles. Fair wind and following seas !
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Dam I like this stuff. Where is the like button ?
Good work, I'm sure your using some good CADD/CAM software to make the foils as streamlined as possible. Looks real adventurous with a good payoff and no union to deal with cause you did it yourself.
Max = maximum or common name
Marine= water
One can't tell others they cant use common names in their businesses. Those words are too descriptive to get a good trademark protection on. Keep up the good work.
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Best wishes for your venture!
Sam:)
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You don't always go on "Shark tank" for the money, you can also go for the esposure! Nothing like free advertising.
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I like it about Marine Max! You just keep on keepin' on, Zomb! Just send up the balloon if you ever need any kneecaps modified.
Karl
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Thanks Chris. I am using Auto Cad 2014 for the foils, and struts. Nice call! Just as in Blender I had to learn the software myself. (Me, and Ytube anyway). I installed Cad just at the turn of the year in order to design my Ethanol column. Here's a sample of what I was doing there...
I appreciate the advise on Name branding too. That is the very reason I posted this. To help educate my ignorant ass. I can conceive, and build anything. No problem there.
When someone starts applying rules is where I falter, and get Mid-evil. Every word of advice is very important to me. It's like ammo to a soldier.
I thought there was a "Donate" button here. That's our version of a "Like" Button but I guess Skad got rich, and doesn't need it. Saved by the lack of a bell.
Thanks again.
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Thank you Sam
Thank you Karl w/ a "K".
008... I knew I had you pegged for a secret agent from the git. (008)
I LOVE the spin on the Shark Tank idea. That IS something I could pull off.
I wonder if they will edit the part where I inform them THEIR SHOW SUCKS, and they are Parasites!
I know a girl here that was on Price is Right about 10 years ago in Atlantic City.
Her husband was selected, and won a 125.00 watch but lost the rest in a sacrifice trade or some sh**.
Anyway the producers F'd up the following day, and let them back into the studio to fill chairs.
Funny thing is the ENTIRE show was an exact replica of the day before.
There was a woman who was selected, and had the exact same guessing game as my friend saw the day before. She stood up Screaming to the woman the correct prices. The woman saw her, and listened. She wound up winning everything except the final wheel spin, and hugged my friend, and her husband.
She tells me the producers were watching but could do NOTHING to stop her. I love that story.
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Thought I would throw this in... It's the same Blender model as in the web page image but in a different "skin".
If any of you have 7-8-9-10 year olds... D'load the program, and let them fly with it. My 27 Y.o. has her kids learning it thru Ytube tutorials.
I told her I'm gonna need Graphic designers,
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That looks like some complex column at least the substrate looks high tech. But the only thing I know about distillery columns is how to calculate theoretical plates; my chem teacher has stories about the one they made that was 4 stories high and poured liquid into it out the dorm window.
GL with that venture. Not too sure what water flow analysis software Electric Boat here in Groton uses for subs but that could come later after the initial prototypes are made and working well.
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hTat column is actually a hybrid concentric column. It totals out at 21 theoretical plates at just seven feet, including a 32" tall boiler. The outer column is now designed at 4 Perf plates, and 2, 4" thick structured packing sections. The inner column is also hybrid packed. Its a vapor fed packed/structured packing rectifying column with the outed plated/ packed column as the stripper.
For a hobby style moonshiner it will produce 2.5 gallons an hour at azeotrope (95%). It's technically a 14' tall 4" column running 21 plates
The design is actually a prototype for fuel ethanol columns. Scale up the column/scale up the output... What put this design over the top is it is engineered to run at 24" of vacuum/140*.
Solar heated water in semi tropical climates averages 160*. Basically I designed a shorter column that can run in any semi tropical environment for free. ZERO energy required to distill fuel from plants. The Vacuum is also created/supplied by the circulating heating water. The circulation pump system is also solar/thermo dynamic powered from the heat energy in the water.
You can say I was inspired by Brazil's fuel initiative.
Once fully charged there is ZERO water used for heat. It is all recycled/recirculated.
My goal was to introduce it here in America but upon reflection... Why help the country that lies to us about everything.
On a lighter note... I've seen some water tank results on hydro foils/designs, and I do think I can easily build my own Lexan cylinder tank... Sometime down the road.
Actually tho... The research has all been done. The only break thru's left are in control surfaces, attack angle compensation, and anti pearling or dive control. I already have those sorted.
I got sort of lucky in life. Mechanical issues open up in my mind. I can see around the corners.
The price I pay for it is the fact I can't run a daily life. It is a constant struggle. No matter how much money there is coming in tomorrow. It is always yesterday for me. I work my ASS off just to maintain sanity.
It's just in this past year I began looking at life like a mechanical problem. Things are falling into place.
I really appreciate your taking time to share your thoughts, and input here. Even just ONE response to an idea proves there is a light at the end.