It has to made out of wood and it must have springs. No PVC materials or slingshots are allowed. It must be activated by a triggering device, which I don't know how to make. I cannot hold or touch the catapult when I launch the projectile; only the triggering device. Help please!
2006-11-21 11:23:05 · 1 answers · asked by catapult chick 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Engineering
The simplest method is to use a length of rope as the triggering device. Pull it to free a slip hook, releasing the spring-loaded arm and sending the projectile on its way. Be safe!
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http://www.fsea.org/pdf/CT2%20%20Advanced%20Catapultpdf.PDF
http://www.siege-engine.com/TriggersAndCatches.shtml
2006-11-21 11:30:42 · answer #1 · answered by Curious1usa 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
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It has to made out of wood and it must have springs. No PVC materials or slingshots are allowed. It must be activated by a triggering device, which I don't know how to make. I cannot hold or touch the catapult when I launch the projectile; only the triggering device. Help please!
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Alternative materials in construction and the tension-torsion end too... There are several different means to create a trigger...the simplest being cutting the rope, but that *does* lead to issues with repeat useage. Sorry, can't really give you any concrete detail, since doing so can lead to legal troubles for me, depending on your jurisdiction. :D Good Luck!
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For example you can make 3 rings, 2 fixed to the structure, and 1 fixed to the moving part and in the centre, and a bar through the 3 rings, removing this bar you pull the trigger, but it depends from the design of your "weapon", if you need more specific you can send me e-mail with a sketch of your project maybe that I can help you
Can you use little metal parts??
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