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Hey everyone, today I want to bring you a project that is very dear to me: the !nverse small form factor case. I have actually posted a topic about this case previously, but it's been a while since I updated it, so I decided to create a new thread. I have continued to work on it in the past year, and have gotten many prototypes made. Hope you guys like it!
 


My venture into the world of custom-designed cases began when I started building in the tiny Minibox M350 case. Being in a long-distance relationship, I needed something small and powerful so I can take my research with me on a 13-hour train ride every weekend. My pragmatic need for a portable PC soon developed into a full-on obsession as I find myself endlessly tweaking parts and designing mounts to cram as many components as I could into every last bit of space. It is from this obsession that "Inverse" was born.

Shaped by the ethos of fitting the most performance and versatility into the smallest amount of space, Inverse is a sub-10L computer case that can accommodate a full-length graphics card, a 240mm closed-loop liquid cooler, 3.5" and 2.5" hard drives, and a SFX power supply. Its versatile internal layout accommodates hard-core gamers, enthusiasts enamored with water cooling, media hoarders looking to create their own home theater, and anyone in between. Its smooth yet eye-catching exterior will blend into and enhance any desktop or home theater setup.


No exhaust holes on top for a smooth and unobtrusive look.
__________________________________________________________________________


All intake holes on the bottom.
__________________________________________________________________________


Patterned exhaust holes on the front and side gives a unique flair.
__________________________________________________________________________


Internal components are inverted to allow a smooth top panel.
__________________________________________________________________________




Monitors, speakers, and other desktop peripherals may be placed on top to created an integrated entertainment unit with minimal footprint.
__________________________________________________________________________


Available in black, white, and possibly other colors. Let me know what you like!
__________________________________________________________________________

Specifications:
Dimension: 464mm x 308.5mm x 72mm (10.31L)

Material: 2mm aluminum for the exterior, and 1.5mm steel for the interior skeleton.

Inverse is designed with 4 interior configurations in mind, though other configurations are possible.

1) Gaming with air cooling
i) Accommodates Mini-ITX motherboard.
ii) Accommodates SFX or SFX-L power supply.
iii) Accommodates one graphics card up to 12" (305mm) in length, 5.91" (150mm) in width, and 1.81" (46mm) in thickness.
iv) Accommodate air coolers up to 55mm in height.
v) Accommodate up to 3 x 3.5" drives and 4 x 2.5" drives.
vi) Accommodate up to 2 120mm x 15mm case fans over the graphics card for added cooling.
 
2) Gaming with 120mm closed-loop liquid cooling
i) Accommodates Mini-ITX motherboard.
ii) Accommodates SFX or SFX-L power supply.
iii) Accommodates one graphics card up to 12" (305mm) in length, 5.91" (150mm) in width, and 1.81" (46mm) in thickness.
iv) Accommodate closed-loop liquid coolers with 120mm radiator and total thickness (including fan) of no more than 60mm.
v) Accommodate up to 1-3 x 3.5" drives and 2-4 x 2.5" drives, depending on the height of the water block.
vi) Accommodate up to 2 120mm x 15mm case fans over the graphics card for added cooling.
 
3) Gaming with 240mm closed-loop liquid cooling[/CENTER]
i) Accommodates Mini-ITX motherboard.
ii) Accommodates SFX or SFX-L power supply.
iii) Accommodates one graphics card up to 12" (305mm) in length, 5.91" (150mm) in width, and 1.81" (46mm) in thickness.
iv) Accommodate closed-loop liquid coolers with 240mm radiator and total thickness (including fan) of no more than 60mm.
v) Accommodate up to 0-1 x 3.5" drives and 2-4 x 2.5" drives, depending on the height of the water block.
vi) Accommodate up to 2 120mm x 15mm case fans over the graphics card for added cooling.
   
4) Media Storage
i) Accommodates Mini-ITX motherboard.
ii) Accommodates SFX or SFX-L power supply.
v) Accommodate up to 6 x 3.5" drives and 8 x 2.5" drives.
 
No ODD supported for any configuration. This is to maintain the smooth look of the exterior, as well as make room to accommodate a 240mm aio cooler.

Project Status:
1) <Link Removed>

2) Case stand has been designed. May be included if indiegogo campaign goes well.



FAQ:
1)
Q: There are no exhaust holes on the top, only on the sides. Doesn't that go against "hot air rises"? How would that impact temperatures?
A: The effects of hot air rising are negligible compared to the forces produced by fans. Please read this article for reference.
 
2)
Q: You are drawing cold air in from the bottom only. How tall does the case feet have to be before heating becomes compromised?
A: I did a study on this, and it suggests that the case feet just has to be above 9 mm in height, which is pretty standard. I own the Silverstone ML07, and its feet measure 10 mm in height. Here is the link to the study I did.

I believe that we are nearly through the design process. As always, any feedback is welcome! It would be greatly helpful if anyone can point out any glaring flaws in the design, or make any suggestions.

Thanks for reading!

Hey everyone, today I want to bring you a project that is very dear to me: the !nverse small form factor case. I have actually posted a topic about this case previously, but it's been a while since I updated it, so I decided to create a new thread. I have continued to work on it in the past year, and have gotten many prototypes made. Hope you guys like it!
 


My venture into the world of custom-designed cases began when I started building in the tiny Minibox M350 case. Being in a long-distance relationship, I needed something small and powerful so I can take my research with me on a 13-hour train ride every weekend. My pragmatic need for a portable PC soon developed into a full-on obsession as I find myself endlessly tweaking parts and designing mounts to cram as many components as I could into every last bit of space. It is from this obsession that "Inverse" was born.

Shaped by the ethos of fitting the most performance and versatility into the smallest amount of space, Inverse is a sub-10L computer case that can accommodate a full-length graphics card, a 240mm closed-loop liquid cooler, 3.5" and 2.5" hard drives, and a SFX power supply. Its versatile internal layout accommodates hard-core gamers, enthusiasts enamored with water cooling, media hoarders looking to create their own home theater, and anyone in between. Its smooth yet eye-catching exterior will blend into and enhance any desktop or home theater setup.


No exhaust holes on top for a smooth and unobtrusive look.
__________________________________________________________________________


All intake holes on the bottom.
__________________________________________________________________________


Patterned exhaust holes on the front and side gives a unique flair.
__________________________________________________________________________


Internal components are inverted to allow a smooth top panel.
__________________________________________________________________________




Monitors, speakers, and other desktop peripherals may be placed on top to created an integrated entertainment unit with minimal footprint.
__________________________________________________________________________


Available in black, white, and possibly other colors. Let me know what you like!
__________________________________________________________________________

Specifications:
Dimension: 464mm x 308.5mm x 72mm (10.31L)

Material: 2mm aluminum for the exterior, and 1.5mm steel for the interior skeleton.

Inverse is designed with 4 interior configurations in mind, though other configurations are possible.

1) Gaming with air cooling
i) Accommodates Mini-ITX motherboard.
ii) Accommodates SFX or SFX-L power supply.
iii) Accommodates one graphics card up to 12" (305mm) in length, 5.91" (150mm) in width, and 1.81" (46mm) in thickness.
iv) Accommodate air coolers up to 55mm in height.
v) Accommodate up to 3 x 3.5" drives and 4 x 2.5" drives.
vi) Accommodate up to 2 120mm x 15mm case fans over the graphics card for added cooling.
 
2) Gaming with 120mm closed-loop liquid cooling
i) Accommodates Mini-ITX motherboard.
ii) Accommodates SFX or SFX-L power supply.
iii) Accommodates one graphics card up to 12" (305mm) in length, 5.91" (150mm) in width, and 1.81" (46mm) in thickness.
iv) Accommodate closed-loop liquid coolers with 120mm radiator and total thickness (including fan) of no more than 60mm.
v) Accommodate up to 1-3 x 3.5" drives and 2-4 x 2.5" drives, depending on the height of the water block.
vi) Accommodate up to 2 120mm x 15mm case fans over the graphics card for added cooling.
 
3) Gaming with 240mm closed-loop liquid cooling[/CENTER]
i) Accommodates Mini-ITX motherboard.
ii) Accommodates SFX or SFX-L power supply.
iii) Accommodates one graphics card up to 12" (305mm) in length, 5.91" (150mm) in width, and 1.81" (46mm) in thickness.
iv) Accommodate closed-loop liquid coolers with 240mm radiator and total thickness (including fan) of no more than 60mm.
v) Accommodate up to 0-1 x 3.5" drives and 2-4 x 2.5" drives, depending on the height of the water block.
vi) Accommodate up to 2 120mm x 15mm case fans over the graphics card for added cooling.
   
4) Media Storage
i) Accommodates Mini-ITX motherboard.
ii) Accommodates SFX or SFX-L power supply.
v) Accommodate up to 6 x 3.5" drives and 8 x 2.5" drives.
 
No ODD supported for any configuration. This is to maintain the smooth look of the exterior, as well as make room to accommodate a 240mm aio cooler.

Project Status:
1) <Link Removed>

2) Case stand has been designed. May be included if indiegogo campaign goes well.



FAQ:
1)
Q: There are no exhaust holes on the top, only on the sides. Doesn't that go against "hot air rises"? How would that impact temperatures?
A: The effects of hot air rising are negligible compared to the forces produced by fans. Please read this article for reference.
 
2)
Q: You are drawing cold air in from the bottom only. How tall does the case feet have to be before heating becomes compromised?
A: I did a study on this, and it suggests that the case feet just has to be above 9 mm in height, which is pretty standard. I own the Silverstone ML07, and its feet measure 10 mm in height. Here is the link to the study I did.

I believe that we are nearly through the design process. As always, any feedback is welcome! It would be greatly helpful if anyone can point out any glaring flaws in the design, or make any suggestions.

Thanks for reading!

Cases could and should be smaller!

Hi everyone, I'm here to tell you about an exciting PC case design I am working on. It is called "Inverse". I would very much appreciate any comments or criticisms you may have regarding its design!     My venture into the world of custom-designed cases began when I started building in the tiny Minibox M350 case. Being in a long-distance relationship, I needed something small and powerful so I can take my research with me on a 13-hour train ride every weekend. My pragmatic need for a portable PC soon developed into a full-on obsession as I find myself endlessly tweaking parts and designing mounts to cram as many components as I could into every last bit of space. It is from this obsession that "Inverse" was born.   Shaped by the ethos of fitting the most performance and versatility into the smallest amount of space, Inverse is a sub-10L computer case that can accommodate a full-length graphics card, a 240mm closed-loop liquid cooler, 3.5" and 2.5" hard drives, and a SFX power supply. Its versatile internal layout accommodates hard-core gamers, enthusiasts enamored with water cooling, media hoarders looking to create their own home theater, and anyone in between. Its smooth yet eye-catching exterior will blend into and enhance any desktop or home theater setup.       No exhaust holes on top for a smooth and unobtrusive look.
__________________________________________________________________________
 
          All intake holes on the bottom.
__________________________________________________________________________
 
          Patterned exhaust holes on the front and side gives a unique flair.
__________________________________________________________________________
 
          Internal components are inverted to allow a smooth top panel.
__________________________________________________________________________
 
          Monitors, speakers, and other desktop peripherals may be placed on top to created an integrated entertainment unit with minimal footprint.
__________________________________________________________________________
 
          Available in black, white, and possibly other colors. Let me know what you like!
__________________________________________________________________________
 
          Specifications: Dimension: 464mm x 308.5mm x 72mm (10.31L)   Material: 2mm aluminum for the exterior, and 1.5mm steel for the interior skeleton.   Inverse is designed with 4 interior configurations in mind, though other configurations are possible.   1) Gaming with air cooling i) Accommodates Mini-ITX motherboard.
ii) Accommodates SFX or SFX-L power supply. iii) Accommodates one graphics card up to 12" (305mm) in length, 5.91" (150mm) in width, and 1.81" (46mm) in thickness. iv) Accommodate air coolers up to 55mm in height. v) Accommodate up to 3 x 3.5" drives and 4 x 2.5" drives. vi) Accommodate up to 2 120mm x 15mm case fans over the graphics card for added cooling.

Update 07/28/2015:   Hey everyone! Big update today.   Our manufacturer had produced a sample of our first prototype without any surface finishing, and we visited the factory to quickly test it out. While it worked, we weren't satisfied with its structural rigidity. This case is designed to hold loads (monitors, speakers,etc.), so it's absolutely important that it is physically strong.   Furthermore, our manufacturer said that having a varying-size hole pattern is too time-consuming for them to keep the same production price that we had agreed on. There was also mixed reception from the community regarding this design choice. We also received other feedback from the community, asking for the front IO to be moved to the front as well as for the design of a stand to hold the case vertically. Clearly, a redesign is in order.   After a lot of work, we updated the design to reflect the points mentioned above while keeping the same internal configuration (anything that it could hold before, it can hold now). The new design (renders updated in the OP) is stronger, has USB and audio plugs in the front, and employs a uniform yet unique hole pattern in the front to keep costs low. This new design has been submitted to the manufacturer, and they have made production prints for it. The second prototype is scheduled to begin manufacturing this week. We are also working on a case stand that also doubles as a slim ODD rack.   Despite this small setback in our timeline, we believe that it brought about a big improvement in the design. As always, we welcome any feedback regarding the design. Please don't hesitate to let us know what you think!   Edit: Some images of the first prototype, without any surface finishing.  
           

Heck I'll gladly sacrifice 1-2 fps to keep costs down. And that's easily within margin of error, too. Glad testing is going along smoothly. Keep it up!

Update 10/13/2015:
 
Put a 50" TV overtop the !nverse Prototype. Here are some photos:
 


 
As can be seen, the case holds the TV over it with no problem.
 
Also finished the fitment tests. Here are some photos:
 
Air Cooling Configuration:
 


 
If using SFX PSU or SFX-L PSU, this configuration fits 3 x 3.5" hard drive and 2 x 2.5" hard drive.
 
120mm AIO Cooling Configuration:
 


 
If using SFX PSU, this configuration fits 2 x 3.5" hard drive and 2 x 2.5" hard drive. If using SFX-L PSU, this configuration fits 1 x 3.5" hard drive and 2 x 2.5" hard drive.
 
240mm AIO Cooling Configuration:
 


 
If using either SFX or SFX-L PSU, this configuration fits 2 x 2.5" hard drive.
 
Media Storage Configuration:
 



 
If using SFX PSU, this configuration fits 8 x 3.5" hard drive and 4 x 2.5" hard drive. if using SFX-L PSU, this configuration fits 7 x 3.5" hard drive and 4 x 2.5" hard drive.

So much space in such a tiny frame. Thats more HDD's than my tower case can handle!

Update 10/13/2015:
 
Put a 50" TV overtop the !nverse Prototype. Here are some photos:
 


 
As can be seen, the case holds the TV over it with no problem.
 
Also finished the fitment tests. Here are some photos:
 
Air Cooling Configuration:
 


 
If using SFX PSU or SFX-L PSU, this configuration fits 3 x 3.5" hard drive and 2 x 2.5" hard drive.
 
120mm AIO Cooling Configuration:
 


 
If using SFX PSU, this configuration fits 2 x 3.5" hard drive and 2 x 2.5" hard drive. If using SFX-L PSU, this configuration fits 1 x 3.5" hard drive and 2 x 2.5" hard drive.
 
240mm AIO Cooling Configuration:
 


 
If using either SFX or SFX-L PSU, this configuration fits 2 x 2.5" hard drive.
 
Media Storage Configuration:
 



 
If using SFX PSU, this configuration fits 8 x 3.5" hard drive and 4 x 2.5" hard drive. if using SFX-L PSU, this configuration fits 7 x 3.5" hard drive and 4 x 2.5" hard drive.

Uh~ quick question, will it fit a Sapphire Tri-X R9 390 ?

I actually have a full rig of parts from past upgrades, im only missing a gpu But im saving for a car right now, so sadly, wont be soon

Update 06/15/2015:
 
Manufacturer is buying materials and accessories right now. Hopefully manufacturing can begin soon.
 
We are having a meeting with the manufacturers to get an update on their progress this week. We also found someone who can physically go to the factory and do some quality control, so we should be able to get some good-quality prototypes!

awesome cant wait!

You, sir, are a good friend. Maybe you can add more storage to this system, possibly turning it into a portable NAS to give it more use?
 
I love the 4790k btw. The recent skylake releases are kinda a disappointment.
 
 
I think it'll be OK for me to give you the CAD files, since I do want modders like you to do some interesting things with the case I actually believe a custom water-cooled loop is possible in this case, so that might be something cool for someone to try.
 
We would have to sign some sort of agreement stating that you won't sell the design and won't give the CAD files to other people, etc.. Standard stuff to protect the work that my team has been doing for the past year.
 
The outer panels are 2mm thick aluminum. After having handled the prototype, I think 1.5mm thick aluminum should be sufficient.

Sweet case! I hope it makes it to production, the world needs more small cases with rad support.

Temps are looking pretty good, I'm certainly not looking to put as power hungry or hot a system in the case (same i5 but only like a GTX 950 inside). And not overclocking like crazy either. For me personally the tests are promising, though probably raising the feet an additional 2-4mm would offer a significant drop in temperatures.
Regardless, I'm very interested to see how the testing progresses! Keep up the great work!

Hey guys, just put together the build and...     ...IT LIVES!!   Preliminary temperature tests are promising I'll do a more detailed write-up once I do a systematic test and gather up enough data.  
 
 
I think it might be possible to punch out a bridge in various parts of the case for cable routing and management. I'll have to look into how much extra tooling cost it will be to manufacture though. The removable cable tie mounts can also be attached via a screw and nut, so there shouldn't be any issues with it falling off and stuff.
 
 
Thanks for the support man! I think most cases that has the gpu on its side puts it in the direction you specify. It's definitely simpler that way, but I want to reduce footprint by having no holes on the top so you can put stuff on the top, that's why I went with the other orientation.

Absolutely. I just started building in it, so you'll have to make do with cellphone pictures.
 
Once you remove the red top and bottom panels, the !nverse case decomposes into something that looks like a test rack, shown below:
 

 
In my early interviews with builders, they all stated that one of their biggest frustrations with building in a mITX case is that there is almost no room to build in. That, along with the adage that you always want to build outside of the case first, gave birth to this design.
 

 
This way, you can test individual components while building within the case, all with ample space for your hands to reach everywhere.
 

 
Now you just attach all the wires, flip them over...
 

 
...and then you have a completed PC block that the red top and bottom panels can attach to. Note that in this picture, I'm using a 120mm AIO cooler instead of the 240mm AIO cooler in previous pictures. This is because I found out after I took the first 3 pictures that my Cooler Master 240M is defective, so I had to switch it out. Hopefully I can get a replacement soon so I can show you guys how a 240mm AIO cooler fit in the case.
 
 
I completely agree, that's why I keep posting pictures of project updates for the community to see. You guys are my best critic!

Looks like everyone wants to see tests with PWM, but also want fan speeds (in % maybe?) plotted with the temperature, so that's what I'll do.   Here is an updated test list. I've also added one more test for various PCIe riser cables.   1) CPU Temperature Tests - With Prime95 a. With outer panels off
i) Intel Stock Cooler
ii) Silverstone AR05 iii) CM 120V AIO Cooler iv) CM 240M AIO Cooler
 
b. With outer panels on i) Intel Stock Cooler
ii) Silverstone AR05 iii) CM 120V AIO Cooler iv) CM 240M AIO Cooler
 
 
  2) GPU Temperature Tests - With Unigine Valley a. With outer panels off
i) With fans over GPU
ii) Without fans over GPU
 
b. With outer panels on i) With fans over GPU
ii) Without fans over GPU
 
 
  3) Structural Tests Put my 50 inch TV on top of the case (including components in it) and look for buckling, bending, and other modes of physical failure.   4) Noise Tests - Measure noise in dBA with noise meter a. Idle
i) With fans over GPU
ii) Without fans over GPU
 
b. Load i) With fans over GPU
1. CPU with Prime95
2. GPU with Unigine Valley
ii) Without fans over GPU 1. CPU with Prime95
2. GPU with Unigine Valley
 
 
 
  5) Special Noise Test - Measure noise in dBA with noise meter a. With case inverted
b. With case upright
 
  6) PCIe Riser Test - Compare Unigine Valley Benchmark Results a. Shielded 3M PCIe riser cable
b. Unshielded PCIe riser cable c. Unshielded PCIe riser cable with EMI shielding tape over it
 
  Let me know if you guys think of anything else to test. Thanks!  
 
That's true. I think I'll just let the GPU fans do their thing, and then just show as much data along with temperature as possible (fan speed, clock frequency, etc). Thanks for your help and support!

A GPU will throttle it's performance to protect itself from overheating, yes. But most people will try to find a comfortable balance between temperature and noise. Let the GPU fans do their thing and see how temps get. Every person's configuration will be different, and though it is best to have a case with a wide range of compatibility, you can't possibly account for everything everyone will do.Other than that, I'm eager to see the results. Good luck in your testing!

Hey guys, just put together the build and...     ...IT LIVES!!   Preliminary temperature tests are promising I'll do a more detailed write-up once I do a systematic test and gather up enough data.  
 
 
I think it might be possible to punch out a bridge in various parts of the case for cable routing and management. I'll have to look into how much extra tooling cost it will be to manufacture though. The removable cable tie mounts can also be attached via a screw and nut, so there shouldn't be any issues with it falling off and stuff.
 
 
Thanks for the support man! I think most cases that has the gpu on its side puts it in the direction you specify. It's definitely simpler that way, but I want to reduce footprint by having no holes on the top so you can put stuff on the top, that's why I went with the other orientation.

Hi everyone, I'm here to tell you about an exciting PC case design I am working on. It is called "Inverse". I would very much appreciate any comments or criticisms you may have regarding its design!     My venture into the world of custom-designed cases began when I started building in the tiny Minibox M350 case. Being in a long-distance relationship, I needed something small and powerful so I can take my research with me on a 13-hour train ride every weekend. My pragmatic need for a portable PC soon developed into a full-on obsession as I find myself endlessly tweaking parts and designing mounts to cram as many components as I could into every last bit of space. It is from this obsession that "Inverse" was born.   Shaped by the ethos of fitting the most performance and versatility into the smallest amount of space, Inverse is a sub-10L computer case that can accommodate a full-length graphics card, a 240mm closed-loop liquid cooler, 3.5" and 2.5" hard drives, and a SFX power supply. Its versatile internal layout accommodates hard-core gamers, enthusiasts enamored with water cooling, media hoarders looking to create their own home theater, and anyone in between. Its smooth yet eye-catching exterior will blend into and enhance any desktop or home theater setup.       No exhaust holes on top for a smooth and unobtrusive look.
__________________________________________________________________________
 
          All intake holes on the bottom.
__________________________________________________________________________
 
          Patterned exhaust holes on the front and side gives a unique flair.
__________________________________________________________________________
 
          Internal components are inverted to allow a smooth top panel.
__________________________________________________________________________
 
          Monitors, speakers, and other desktop peripherals may be placed on top to created an integrated entertainment unit with minimal footprint.
__________________________________________________________________________
 
          Available in black, white, and possibly other colors. Let me know what you like!
__________________________________________________________________________
 
          Specifications: Dimension: 464mm x 308.5mm x 72mm (10.31L)   Material: 2mm aluminum for the exterior, and 1.5mm steel for the interior skeleton.   Inverse is designed with 4 interior configurations in mind, though other configurations are possible.   1) Gaming with air cooling i) Accommodates Mini-ITX motherboard.
ii) Accommodates SFX or SFX-L power supply. iii) Accommodates one graphics card up to 12" (305mm) in length, 5.91" (150mm) in width, and 1.81" (46mm) in thickness. iv) Accommodate air coolers up to 55mm in height. v) Accommodate up to 3 x 3.5" drives and 4 x 2.5" drives. vi) Accommodate up to 2 120mm x 15mm case fans over the graphics card for added cooling.

Absolutely. I just started building in it, so you'll have to make do with cellphone pictures.
 
Once you remove the red top and bottom panels, the !nverse case decomposes into something that looks like a test rack, shown below:
 

 
In my early interviews with builders, they all stated that one of their biggest frustrations with building in a mITX case is that there is almost no room to build in. That, along with the adage that you always want to build outside of the case first, gave birth to this design.
 

 
This way, you can test individual components while building within the case, all with ample space for your hands to reach everywhere.
 

 
Now you just attach all the wires, flip them over...
 

 
...and then you have a completed PC block that the red top and bottom panels can attach to. Note that in this picture, I'm using a 120mm AIO cooler instead of the 240mm AIO cooler in previous pictures. This is because I found out after I took the first 3 pictures that my Cooler Master 240M is defective, so I had to switch it out. Hopefully I can get a replacement soon so I can show you guys how a 240mm AIO cooler fit in the case.
 
 
I completely agree, that's why I keep posting pictures of project updates for the community to see. You guys are my best critic!

Absolutely. I just started building in it, so you'll have to make do with cellphone pictures.
 
Once you remove the red top and bottom panels, the !nverse case decomposes into something that looks like a test rack, shown below:
 

 
In my early interviews with builders, they all stated that one of their biggest frustrations with building in a mITX case is that there is almost no room to build in. That, along with the adage that you always want to build outside of the case first, gave birth to this design.
 

 
This way, you can test individual components while building within the case, all with ample space for your hands to reach everywhere.
 

 
Now you just attach all the wires, flip them over...
 

 
...and then you have a completed PC block that the red top and bottom panels can attach to. Note that in this picture, I'm using a 120mm AIO cooler instead of the 240mm AIO cooler in previous pictures. This is because I found out after I took the first 3 pictures that my Cooler Master 240M is defective, so I had to switch it out. Hopefully I can get a replacement soon so I can show you guys how a 240mm AIO cooler fit in the case.
 
 
I completely agree, that's why I keep posting pictures of project updates for the community to see. You guys are my best critic!

What's this?     Is that an !nverse Prototype #2 I see?     It's finally here!!!!!!!       So now that I have the prototype in my hands, I will be doing a bunch of tests in the next few weeks. There is a mountain of new PC components sitting in my room, ready for testing of every configuration. I will be doing some temperature tests and possibly some noise tests.   Some initial thoughts:   1) This thing is solid! I was worried that my design was too flimsy, but it definitely felt like I can throw a few 45 lb weights on it. Monitors and stuff should definitely be fine on top. I think I can actually reduce the thickness of the 2 exterior aluminum panels and it'll still be fine.   2) There are some parts that employ sliding mechanisms. Our manufacturer was concerned with how difficult they are to use, but they feel fine to me.   Some people were concerned with AIO coolers not fitting into this case due to the bend radius of the tubing. I just received my cooler master AIO coolers with FEP tubing and I can confirm that they fit fine. AIO coolers without FEP tubings will most likely not be supported due to the larger bend radius of the tubing.   That's all for now. Super excited to start building in this thing!!    
 
Wow, I missed your comment somehow. Sorry for the late response!
 
A few people have expressed concern with the power button placement. Are you mainly concerned with difficulty reaching it or are you concerned with aesthetics? A few people have asked about the power button placement, so I will look into changing it, but it would be greatly helpful if you could let me know why you dislike the current placement so a new placement isn't still bad.
 
I have been thinking about dust filtering, and I think the best way is to add some steel nubs in the bottom to allow the use of magnetic dust filters. That way, you have a big range of dust filters you can use, and they'd be easily removable.