Find a Reputable Engineering Firm to Build Lab Prototype

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To find a reputable engineering firm for building a lab prototype, it's essential to ensure that potential partners sign a non-disclosure agreement to protect patent rights. The discussion highlights the challenge of locating firms with specific expertise in laminar airflow and pressure analysis. Engaging high-level engineering students from local universities is suggested as a viable alternative to professional firms. Posting ads on university bulletin boards or contacting patent attorneys for recommendations can also help in finding qualified individuals. Overall, leveraging local academic resources and ensuring confidentiality are key steps in the process.
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hi
im a biologist not working at present]who has an idea for a lab system.Im not sure how to find a reputable engineering firm to build a prototype..The physics end of things involves laminar air flow and current and air pressure analysis.
Pls advise
Thank you so much
 
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how do I find a freelancer among college professionals?
 
Welcome to PF, Iyun.
First and foremost, make sure that anyone you approach signs a non-disclosure agreement before you divulge any details. That will protect any future patent rights if your idea turns out to be lucrative.
 
thank you verymuch
I do have an NDA
There are however a lot of firms out there but its difficult to find one with has the expertise/know how with respect to air flow patterns/pressure/currents that I am looking for
Thank you
 
Have you considered approaching a high-level student as opposed to a 'professional'? As Brewnog ably demonstrated before his graduation, there's a lot of heavy talent out there without the final paperwork in place.
 
sure,where can i find someone who is interested in this aspect of engineering?
 
Maybe right here. PF is full of all sorts of experts. It would help if you let us know where you live.
You could visit your local university and post ads on some bulletin boards or even in the student newspaper. If you get a nibble, conduct an interview with both the respondent and others in his/her department who can give an impartial evaluation of his/her abilities.
If you do want to go with a professional, maybe call a reputable patent attorney and ask for a recommendation. Most of them have experience with prototype builders.
 
Sorry I've been away
Thank you for your response
Iyun
 
thank you p3
im based in the usa ,but thanks all the same
 
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can you tell me about how to prototype a 5v power supply and which components i must use and tell me their sizes
 
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hi iam a student i want to know how to prototype a 5v power supply and please give me circuit for it.
 
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Danger said:
Maybe right here. PF is full of all sorts of experts. It would help if you let us know where you live.
You could visit your local university and post ads on some bulletin boards or even in the student newspaper. If you get a nibble, conduct an interview with both the respondent and others in his/her department who can give an impartial evaluation of his/her abilities.
If you do want to go with a professional, maybe call a reputable patent attorney and ask for a recommendation. Most of them have experience with prototype builders.
im leaving in east london
 
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in east london
 
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lusy said:
iam student whose skuling in east london
 
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lusy said:
can you tell me about how to prototype a 5v power supply and which components i must use and tell me their sizes

Welcome to the PF, lusy. You will get a better response in the future if you post a new thread with your question, rather than posting a reply to an old thread. In answer to your question, you can read about Linear Power Supplies at this beginning page, and follow the links to learn more. You can also do a google search on LM7805, and read the datasheet and application notes for the LM7805 linear voltage regulator.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Power_supply
 

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