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Foolent Derarn

Precision foundry calculations in your pocket. No connectivity needed, no delays, just instant acoustic modeling.

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Three professional toolsets available now. Slot reservation expires 06.10.2026

Quick Start

Studio Trial

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  • Five-partial tuning engine
  • Zone depth sliders unlocked
  • Real-time cent deviation display
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Reference Pack

The Shelf Unlocked

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  • 25 bell forms catalogued
  • Clapper database included
  • Historic tuning standards set
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All tools operate entirely offline. No subscription fees. No account registration required.

How Bell Tuning Calculations Work

The physics engine behind every foundry adjustment

Zone Control Principles

  • Crown cuts primarily affect Hum partial frequency response
  • Shoulder adjustments shift Quint and Nominal together
  • Waist modifications target Prime and Tierce balance
  • Soundbow work directly influences strike note clarity
  • Lip filing brings minor partials into alignment
  • Coupled interactions calculated in real-time per zone

Simulation Accuracy Standards

  • Millimeter-precision depth tracking across all cuts
  • Cent deviation monitoring for five simultaneous partials
  • Historic pitch reference library from A415 to A440
  • Pass sequence generation prevents over-cutting errors
  • Facsimile receipt output matches foundry documentation
  • Peal board coordination for multi-bell rings

About the Developer

Built by campanologists with decades of foundry experience. Every calculation method validated against physical bell tuning results from working towers across Europe.

The acoustic modeling engine incorporates traditional bell-founding knowledge passed down through master founders, now accessible instantly on your device without internet dependency.

Core Capabilities For Restorers

Professional-grade tools designed for precision foundry operations

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Five-Zone Lathe Planning

Crown, Shoulder, Waist, Soundbow, and Lip zones independently adjustable. Each depth slider instantly recalculates all five partial frequencies showing before and after deviations in cents.

Partial Tracking Display

Monitor Nominal, Quint, Tierce, Prime, and Hum partials simultaneously. True window calculations show acceptable deviation range. Out-of-tune partials flagged immediately as you plan cuts.

Sequential Cut Plans

Generate step-by-step lathe operation sequences. Each pass specifies zone, tool type, and exact millimeter depth. Checkbox tracking prevents skipped operations during foundry work.

Zone Pin Photography

Capture bell interior with depth markers overlaid. Reference images stay synchronized with cutting plans. Visual verification before metal removal begins prevents miscalculation errors.

Reference Library Access

The Shelf contains catalogued bell forms from Tower to Altar types. Clapper database included. Bench kit tools documented with historical context and usage notes for each instrument.

Complete Offline Function

Zero internet dependency after installation. All calculations, references, and exports work in foundry environments without connectivity. No account sign-in ever required to use any feature.

Technical Implementation Details

Built for iOS with professional foundry requirements in mind

Foolent Derarn runs entirely on-device using native iOS frameworks. The acoustic simulation engine calculates coupled partial interactions without server dependency, providing instant feedback as you adjust zone depth sliders.

Every tuning calculation references established campanology principles validated by working bell founders. The five-partial model accounts for Hum, Prime, Tierce, Quint, and Nominal frequencies, tracking how material removal in each zone affects all partials simultaneously through physically accurate coupling equations.

Cut plan generation organizes lathe operations in optimal sequence, preventing common errors like over-cutting the soundbow before waist adjustments stabilize the Tierce. Foundry receipt export creates documentation matching historical bell-founding records, essential for restoration archive requirements.

Verified Specifications

Platform iOS
Current Version 2.1
Category Utilities
Network Required No
Account Sign-In Never
Advertisements None
In-App Purchases None
Data Storage Local Only

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iOS compatibility verified. No subscription charges. No advertisements during operation. Suitable for professional foundry environments.