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New boat progress.... Electronic Joystick Boat Steer complete..Comments?
A little progress rundown about my new boat project. Had my friend Mr. T at the Tn Technical College machine cut and mount the joystick in this 5x5 cast aluminum waterproof box. Perfect fit. I have chosen to use the V Lock for mounting the box. I like the spring loaded lanyard release which should may it easy on my arthritic hands. I don't know exactly how/where I will mount the box until the boat arrives.
The electronics has/is performing flawlessly when steering my Jon Boat. I am betting my life on my own capabilities. Actually, linear actuators are more reliable than cable steer. Ask any airline pilot. ha
This is a steer by wire system, just like F35 (kinda). I am having a special linear actuator made that is water repellant or I should say it is submersible.
Comments are welcome, pros and cons.