i need to make an pneumatic(compressed air) cannon for the opening act of a talent show. I have the design and shape, but i was wondering what i should use to build the "cannon" out of. I hear ABS isn't as strong as PVC, but PVC sends shrpenel everywhere. Which type of pipe should i use and should it be cellular or solid core, and what schedule-?
2007-03-23 14:50:31 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Science & Mathematics ➔ Engineering
what are the pros and cons of each type of pipe?
2007-03-23 14:51:11 · update #1
For compressed Air PVC should be safe. I Wouln't recomend it for the "traditional" Pototo cannon method using a Flamable propellant. PVC Weakesn when exposed to Sunlight for extended periods of time.
2007-03-23 23:44:33 · answer #1 · answered by mdlbldrmatt135 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Let me know just where you intend to position that so called cannon of yours and Ill head at least 5 miles due north or due south.
You cannot do this, you will injure yourself and other people.
Who are you trying to become, another John Bull the super gun Engineer?
2007-03-23 21:59:18 · answer #2 · answered by James M 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋