Re: [Paparazzi-devel] Funjet Back Plate

[Dirk-Willem van Gulik]

On Apr 10, 2008, at 11:56 AM, Stephen L Hulme wrote:
> Dear Gentlemen
>
> Could someone kindly tell me what material the back plate, upon  
> which the gyroscope and mini B USB connector is mounted in this  
> photo, is made of?
> I initially thought it was plywood and subsequently bought a small  
> piece of 6 mm hooppine ply. Unfortunately the cross section profile  
> was different to that
> depicted in the photo, causing me to doubt my initial view and thus  
> seek your help.

It's a (plywood?) sandwich (probably balsa or foam in the middle). So  
your plate is a lot heavier. I'd opt for something lighter and/or  
thinner - anything should go as long as it is not conductive.  
Styrofoam plate may be ideal.

Dw