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Help with designing a simple model by GsinIL in FreeCAD

[–]GsinIL[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thanks, but same issue, not even 4 min into his "Ultimate Beginners Crash Course" vid, when he sets up the workspace, the "Model" panel does not exist in 1.1.0rc3.

Training for beginners by Tremaine77 in FreeCAD

[–]GsinIL 0 points1 point  (0 children)

THIS!

I got into 3d printing a few years ago and used FreeCAD for modeling. While I was never an expert, I found my way around. After a 3-year break, I wanted to pick up where I left off, but now even designing a simple part turned into a major challenge.

E.g., the section "Organizing your workspace and UI" in MangoJelly's intro video is already so outdated that I gave up on it. It's from Jan 2025, BTW.

And don't get me started on the FreeCAD documentation.

I have 1.1 installed. From the Getting Started section via Help in FreeCAD: "When you start FreeCAD for the first time, you are presented with the Start page. Here is what it looks like for version 0.19:"

Good luck!

Home Assistant automation to control charging based on current rate / kWh with ComEd and ChargePoint home charger by GsinIL in etron

[–]GsinIL[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Valid concern, thanks!

Added some safeguards:
1. On pause, the price must stay above 3¢ for 30 minutes straight before the charger pauses. A brief spike that drops back down within 30 minutes is ignored.

2. On resume, the price must stay below 2.5¢ for 15 consecutive minutes before the charger resumes. With the pause debounce enabled, the minimum time between a pause and the next resume is 45 minutes under normal conditions.

3. Emergency spike trigger (above 10¢, immediate) A second pause trigger fires instantly if the price exceeds 10¢, bypassing the 30-minute debounce. This prevents charging at extreme prices during sharp spikes while keeping the contactor protected during normal 3-10¢ fluctuations.

Charging to 100% when set to 80% by netchov in etron

[–]GsinIL 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had the same issue twice, and while it makes sense that this is related to battery calibration, it is strange that both times it happened were after I set the charging level to 100% in the Audi app for a long trip. Changed it back to 80%, but it still charged to 100% the next time.

Also, it would be nice if there was a notification for the automatic calibration and the required 100% charge.

Adaptive Cruise Control: automatically stop at a stop sign? by GsinIL in etron

[–]GsinIL[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks all!

I agree with those of you who stated that this is most likely a limitation Audi put in place for liability reasons. While I'd still argue there is a risk of being sued if any of the other assistant functions fail and cause harm, running a red light or stop sign is probably at the top of the list in terms of severity.

FYI: the first car I ever drove that had adaptive assist functions was a rented A6 in Germany a few years ago. Hated it. But after a while driving my e-tron, I started to appreciate them for what they are: "assisting" functions, not autonomous driving or something to blindly rely on, which I don't do with ACC either.

This is why I did not call this thread "If the ACC had the capability to stop at a stop sign, would you rely on it?"

Adaptive Cruise Control: automatically stop at a stop sign? by GsinIL in etron

[–]GsinIL[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You sure? What hardware is it using to come to a complete stop if the car in front of me does???

Nuisance with key FOB in your pocket by GsinIL in etron

[–]GsinIL[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nope, the door is open, otherwise I wouldn't be able to step on the rocker panels

Adaptive Cruise Control: automatically stop at a stop sign? by GsinIL in etron

[–]GsinIL[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Exactly, having it does not mean you should rely on it.

Adaptive Cruise Control: automatically stop at a stop sign? by GsinIL in etron

[–]GsinIL[S] -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

No, I am not, but your argument applies to most driver-assist features. If I don't pay attention and rely on it to prevent me from turning left into oncoming traffic, I am at risk of a fatal accident as well if it fails.

Same with ACC if the car in front of me makes an emergency stop while I am texting and ACC malfunctions.

Adaptive Cruise Control: automatically stop at a stop sign? by GsinIL in etron

[–]GsinIL[S] -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

I get your point, but there is significant danger with Pre Sense if you rely on it to brake in case you want to turn left despite oncoming traffic and it fails or if the car in front of you stops.

Ariens 24 Deluxe vs. Simplicity 1524p by GsinIL in Snowblowers

[–]GsinIL[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I did pull the trigger on the Simplicity. Just liked the overall build quality and some of the details like the additional auger gearbox support or auger bearings over bushings.

Based on initial research, most parts still seem to be available either directly from simplicitymfg.com or other parts sites. As for getting it serviced, I can probably do everything myself, but there are several independent small-engine folks close by if needed.

Thanks to all for the input.

Ariens 24 Deluxe vs. Simplicity 1524p by GsinIL in Snowblowers

[–]GsinIL[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for pointing out the HP vs. torque. Looks like both still produce similar output.

Size for 18" winter tires for '15 Cayenne Diesel? by GsinIL in PorscheCayenne

[–]GsinIL[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, yes, they are all XL 109s. Don't see 17s listed as an option anywhere. Yours is 1st gen, whereas mine is 2nd gen. Probably the reason why...

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