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A library of preset templates held within the tools memory (no need for an external computer).

A library of preset templates that could be downloaded from an external computer into the tool.

The ability to enter and edit profile data directly into the tool (no need for an external computer).

The ability to use existing drawing software (CAD) to construct your own profiles and download them to the tools memory.

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Hello, Thanks for responding to my email, any comments you make will be of great help in this project. CNC routers have the benefit of accuracy and repeatability, but require that the component or blank is clamped to the machine bed. This limits the type of work that can be done to the physical size of the machine. Hand held routers are very flexible in their use and can be positioned onto an assembly where they can be used freehand or guided by a template jig. However, for accurate work a jig is required, and each application requires its own jig, as the jig/template cannot be modified. The concept of the tool that I am developing takes both these ideas and combines them in a single tool that can be securely fixed, non destructively, to the surface face of a component or large assembly. The tool is then set to cut out a profile according to the pattern programmed into the tools computer memory. This allows accurate repeatable cutting operations of complex shapes to be carried out on components or assemblies that could not be positioned on a conventional CNC machine table. Some examples of the potential use of the tool are: The cutting of profiles to accept boss plates on air ducting assemblies on site. The cutting of inlay patterns on large tabletops. Cutting out accurate hole profiles in large glass fibre mouldings. Engraving lettering or images onto panels already fixed on site. Eg, plastic shop front facias. Please answer as many questions as you can, thank you. How would you describe the work your business is involved in? Which of the following have you used as part of your business? Hand held router Table mounted router Computer controlled router (CNC) Engraving machine Other How would you describe your reaction to the description of the tool being developed? Not at all interested Not sure Somewhat interested Very interested If you are familiar with a product similar to the one being developed, can you specify the manufacturer and/or describe its use? If you believe the tool I am attempting to develop has potential, can you describe an appropriate use that this product can be used for within your industry? When using a hand held router do you use jig templates? Yes, I buy templates Yes, I make my own templates No, I do not use templates The tool that is being developed could be used as a stand alone device or be connected to an external computer. Which system of using template patterns would you think was the most convenient for your method of working? A library of preset templates held within the tools memory (no need for an external computer). A library of preset templates that could be downloaded from an external computer into the tool. The ability to enter and edit profile data directly into the tool (no need for an external computer). The ability to use existing drawing software (CAD) to construct your own profiles and download them to the tools memory. If you use computer aided design (CAD)software can you please specify which software you use?