This is a proof of concept for a geared braking system on the 'gravity vehicle' for 2013 division C Science Olympiad Competition. This is / can be made fully rules compliant, with the 2013 rules, with very little modification.
Note: This design has never been tested in competition and has no guarantee of performance.
Parts Needed:
4x Stepping Gear
4x Tire
4x Large Gear
1x Cart
1x Locking Gear
1x Small Gear
Hardware:
~ 2ft of #8-32 Threaded Rod
34x #8-32 Nuts
Build Instructions on Google Docs: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1bS17O6ylzlOpzDA864U4AZY9Ea44BcbdGmAzBjTluz0/edit?usp=sharing
Category: EngineeringThe author marked this model as their own original creation. Imported from Thingiverse.