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Video-Roller Coaster Launch Construction and Concept Testing
In part 3 of this series, we set out the plan for our V-belt drive system. We started constructing the system, let's see how it works. [aweber listid=6351119 formid=59506199...
Drift-Why You Should Never Hold Loads with Directional Valves
When looking at a hydraulic schematic, it is easy to confuse a blocked port in a directional control valve with a positive load holding device like a check valve. Directional Control Valves should...
Now that we have discussed the drive systems and selected one, how do we proceed? Well, watch and find out. [aweber listid=6351119 formid=59506199...
Video-Black Widow Launch: Propulsion Method Development – Part 2
So we've selected using a gas engine to power a cable drive. How do they connect and how do we control that motion? Find out how we are going to do this. [aweber listid=6351119 formid=59506199...
I'm often asked why pneumatic systems operate at much lower pressures than hydraulic systems. There are many benefits to using pneumatic systems especially in the food and medical industries. But...
Video-Lightning Rod in My Backyard?-Roller Coaster Launch Part 1
Yes, we are going to add a launch to our roller coaster to make it more fun! So how are we going to do that? [aweber listid=6351119 formid=59506199...