Thank you for your generous gift to the DIY community. (0.4318 m) long 2 X 4 on Introduction. It should be easy enough to follow. These can be found cheap at any junkyard. 6. This will be the finger end of the arm. Unlike now, the humans pulled ropes instead of having a counter weight. The distance that it extends out from the diagonals affects the distance a lot. Luckily, I eventually lined up the holes. Our shafts were steel bar. Measure the distance from the outside of one track support to the outside of another; do the same at the top. Center the wheel in the middle of the guide blocks and the wheel with the guide blocks in the middle of the tracks. In response to urbanmx, this was our very first trebuchet. They would extend outward, just like the board chute. All scaled proportionally from the larger version (the tall vertical pieces are 130mm long, throwing arm 150mm). 4.5 catapult. rubber mallet Have fun and be safe. Or you could use the angles I give you. The arm extension is added onto the rest of the arm with three different methods. Did you make this project? A four foot piece and 21 foot piece. Image by Ron L. Toms. Drill holes every 6 inches into the mitered pieces deep enough so that the wood screws can penetrate the drop guides itself. Ok, find a flat surface and 3 scrap pieces of 2 X 4. 1 keychain ring anyways, the trigger design is fine, but whatever design you use, make sure it won't accidentally slip. Leave a comment!!! This was done with the safety bars in place, as well as the chain clicked into the trigger. coping saw and orbital sander (The one I used here) To dowel the pieces, simply drill two holes into both the arm and the extension. In larger designs, the trigger system is applied at the top of the drop channel. That should bend it back upward. Strap-On Cleats for Ice and Snow Traction, Hollow Wood Surfboard - Plywood and Cedar. Ideally, the arm should be vertical or slightly forward when the sling releases. 6 1/4 in. Okay, now I'm not kidding. And, I'm not looking to chuck this 200yds. This is essential for an efficient machine. Thats a bit longer than 7 feet because i rounded 7 4.5 up, it was really 1.55555555 Webagain revised in spring 2002 with the introduction of the Floating Arm Trebuchet. Best catapult ever (98 ft) Load more 3D Printer Info. For me, for the side with the longer support, this was about 5 ft, 7 inches from the very bottom of the drop channel. Hopefully everything has been built straight and solid. The trigger is a fairly simple design. Axel for the masses is coathanger wire but ensure the axel never absobs the full impact of the falling masses as it will bend. (15.24 cm.) 10 years ago on Introduction. Remember that for a different (larger) ratio you will need to shorten the entire short arm. 8 matching cut washers Documentation. Keep pulling back on the arm until the counterweight bolt is about 3 inches over the topside of the tracks. the short arm is the 1 (In the ratio) and the long arm is the 3.5 (in the ratio) -3.5 times longer than the short arm. 2 segments of 6 ft., 2 in. Mess around you'll figure it out. The arm will not swing up. Remember you need to make two of these. Summary The floating-arm trebuchet, a modern variation of a medieval weapon, is a popular project for physics and engineering instructors.We develop and analyze a model of this device as an introduction to constrained Lagrangian dynamics. Did you need to do anything special with the scaling? 5. The arm is on a moving axle and the torqueD|volume=26|doi=10.1088/0143-0807/26/4/002|issue=4}} The forward motion of the axle as the arm rotates adds speed to the projectile end of the arm. So if I could toss the weight a 100yds would be perfect. 1 segment of 7 ft. long 2 X 4 However, if you want your arm to be longer, just buy this piece longer. diameter threaded rod, coarse thread Look at the pictures to see this; it's kind of hard to explain the placement in words. Then, using the claw hammer, hammer out these slivers of wood. 2 segments of 1 ft., 0.5 in. We added stabilizer arms as well, to keep it from tipping over. The knot should be on the inside of the pouch. 8. Then bolt on the wheels. The principle behind this device is that the counter weight moves only vertically as the arm's axis moves along a horizontal rail on wheels. Build the frame in two identical halves (left and right) and then attach each half to the frame. Weld the inserts carefully to the plates, ensuring the axis of each insert is as close to normal (90) from the plate as possible. um.. Jump to page: DocBrown. You need to lift the counterweight to the height of the supports so your friend can get them just underneath the CW bar. 6 1/4 in. 14. Once the higher edge is at the height mark you made, trace a line on the diagonal down the mitered side support. 3. For this step you will need four of the eight 3.5 ft pieces, and the two 6 ft. long pieces. This step is fairly simple. First, you need to know These machines are just as dangerous as guns. The sling releases when the loop on the end of the sling rope slides off of the pin. https://www.quora.com/What-is-the-ideal-ratio-for-trebuchets Yeah, this happened to me. This metal loop goes around the pin, and as the centrifugal force increases as the arm swings, the ring slides off the pin to allow the pouch to open. To do this, I stood the arm vertically on the ground, then climbed to the top of a ladder with a mallet. 4 segments of 1 ft., 5 in. (15.24 cm.) 3 ft. (0.9144 m.) long 5/8 in. Mark the line directly across the flat face of the track, perpendicular to the long edge. diagonal supports, lateral and track-supporting Use a wrench to thread the threaded rod through the holes you made..make sure it fits and is level. Remember to shorten the short arm pieces if you are using a larger ratio that will need to make it shorter. Take off the drop channels completely so you can cut through here. F Building of Vertical Supports F 2x3 28in Build functioning catapult Torsion or trebuchet Maximum volume 227,000 CC Minimum Volume 125,000 CC It should be drilled all the way through the flatter 3.5 inch edge side. 10. This is the only part of the trebcuhet that can vary a lot. You will need the denim and the monkey- no, sorry, gorilla tape. You also nee Again, use a bowline knot. Remember, if you make your drop channel wider for a wider CW bolt, You may need to cut the washers down even more and move the bolts farther to the outside. WebLaser Cut Desktop Trebuchet. SECOND PROBLEM Cut through here. Use three screws in every place that the diagonal touches the track or support. When firing, make sure no-one is down range, near to, or directly behind your trebuchet. 4 rectangles of 3/4 inch (1.905 cm) thick wood 9.5 X 5.5 in (0.2413 X 0.1397 m) Stick a few inches of tape over that area, making sure you get it on the inside and outside of the seam. There are plenty of places you can go on the internet to look for better ideas. NEVER, NEVER LEAN OVER THE ARM!!! then, to check we add the short arm and long arm length together: I really want to build a floating arm trebuchet, so maybe I'll do that between this year and next and we'll have stuff chucking competitions. It was an old rusty double- headed nail. on Introduction. The medieval trebuchet is a missile-throwing device, with a heavy counterweight on the short end of a beam that pivots about an axle fixed to a supporting frame. Lastly, make sure everything is square. Hey Chans2901, Thanks for your questions, I love trebuchets! For the trigger you will need the: on Step 15, This is stellar. [2] The difference in the lengths of the two ends of the arm provides mechanical advantage. 15 in. They would at the very least be a good guideline. It takes awhile to calibrate the different lengths and ratios to reach optimal firing capabilities. Webof the pivot, mass and inertia of the arm, mass of the projectile, ratio of the pivot/arm's center of gravity, mass of the counterweight, wind speed, and release angle. extra lateral support If you are going to use a thicker CW bolt, you need to make the drop gap wider. Give it more of a flicking action than a long drawn out flinging. Beside the arm when it's at rest, these two channels are the tallest point of the trebuchet. You done This design appeared in the late 20th century and may be the most efficient design . these are the trigger pins I am making one for a school project and hope to have it done in a week or so. You should also cut off the head if you keep getting downward throws no matter how you adjust it. These are really simple. 8 .5 in. -The box needs to be made narrow enough to fit on the outside of the drop channel and still have room to be loose..that's room for other bolts and washers. I have no clue what it is for f2k, but it is a more efficient trebuchet. so: Tighten the bolts together, sandwiching the washer. You also want to keep the track in a straight line, otherwise the wheels will fall off the edge. Their defining feature is free movement of an axle on the The angles shown in the pictures are based off of the sketchup model, but they seem to be correct. I might include them later. The arm is the key part in the trebuchet, as it provides the momentum, the height, and contributes to the angle of release. Have someone stand on the front half of the trebuchet. I've uploaded PDF's of the CAD drawings as well as a general schematic diagram for an f2k. If you want the diagonal to go exactly 1 foot out and 1 foot down from the corner, you need a more precise measurement, it's something like 1.41 feet. Do you have any instructions or tips perhaps? We actually did not have motion software, we just looked at lots of YouTube videos. (0.3175 m) long 2 X 4 It launches 5 pound pumpkins around 320 feet with 250 pounds of counter weight. Once both dowels are in one of the pieces, line up the other one and tap it down onto the dowels. 4. Floating Arm Trebuchet Page 3 of 3 First 1 2 3. This, in turn, changes the width of the drop channels to narrow (BAD) or widen (usually better). Then, use the sander to sand it down flat and smooth. WebThe short arm/ long arm ratio is what I was testing, and the different ratios are 2:1, 2.5:1, 3:1 and 3.5:1. I recommend using a pin, then a thick nail, then a screw and finally a pencil to widen the hole for the string. -Use screws! A good way to estimate the range is to use conservation of energy. I've seen some really nice f2k's that have the wheels jump the gap on a ramp, but that would require much more engineering calculations and dynamic tuning than we had time for. I will be launching this in a range 200yds and I'm looking to toss under that because I will be demonstrating my trebuchet about 50yds or so from a football field and I will be tossing the weight towards the field and at the other end is a parking lot. nut, washer, guide block, wheel and bearings (Go together) , guide block, washer, nut. The base is finished. I simply layed a fairly long board over the diagonal supports in the back, extending out a bit to give support to the sling until it was lifted up into the air. (if you do it, let me know; I'll tell you how to make fireball projectiles), 7 years ago I made my own (although on a slightly smaller scale. If not, just measure the distances on each piece as accurately as you can. I had no idea what the problem was at first. It has two ropes coming off it, one in either direction. Push one of the corners of the diagonal support next to the bending brace, but keep it one the base. more on that later. Use the order of bolts and washers on either side shown in the first picture (From inside to outside the order is) : drop channel, washer, bolt, washer, CW box wall, Washer, bolt, Bolt, washer, wall of CW box, washer, bolt. Maybe the wood "stretched" and then was kept in place as the glue dried. You're going to have to do some testing and fiddling to find out what works best. [3] If you Remember, even if you drop the CW, the safety blocks will prevent the arm from swinging up. This is only to coutersink the screws, do not drill the hole all the way through. Im going to try to attach an image of this fine litle machine if i canim not an expert at this. I don't know how long to make the rope or how to attach the sling or how it is even supposed to work? Still, it was strong enough with all the gorilla tape. Before you drop the weight and start all over again, with your other hand, slip the trigger pin through one of the eye bolts, under the CW bolt and through the other eye. I have to make a Trebuchet for my Engineering product, and it must be no more in height than 80cm, so what do you think are the best dimensions and ratios for it? Use a bowline. As far as we know, its the largest floating arm ever built by youths, and the largest wooden floating arm trebuchet in existance.The arm is 18 feet long, we use a 1.5 inch steel bar, and can load it up to about 800 pounds. As it turned out, our design was over built and held up well. Then just screw them in. 1 X 6s flex alot. Our weights were 18" diameter and 4" thick, weighing 80-90 lbs each. Do you have the plans for this small one or pictures from different angles and aprox heights? Finally, thread your sling lines through the hole on the outside of the seam to the back, and then through the back to the front. Pulling this should make the trigger release. For each track support, you should use 3 of the 2.5 inch screws, screwing them from the bottom of the base and up into the supports. You should have a " Y " shape rope with a trigger pin on each end. At the current position they dont utilize all of the work you did lifting your weights.Here is a floating arm that two other students and I from FRC team 11 MORT designed for punkin chunkin in Delaware. This tape will further reinforce the areas where the string will go through. long carriage bolts The length of the rope will control what arm angle your sling releases at. slide the bolt the rest of the way through the other hole. Measure the amount of space in between the drop channels. Then just hammer the dowels all the way into the holes. For them to fit, I had to cut different lengths off of the diagonal supports. (Look at the picture) Check the alignment of the rails and ensure they are relatively close. I think that's it X 1.5 in. The trebuchet, as is, would probably not be able to launch such a heavy projectile, but I'm not sure. 3. 11 years ago 4 segments of 4 ft., 5 in. Projectiles can fly backwards, so keep people and cars AWAY from this area. 9 years ago diameter threaded rod, coarse thread OK onto step 1 Their defining feature is free movement of an axle on the throwing arm,[2] and a linear drop channel for the counterweight. For a traditional trebuchet, the optimum weight ratio is 133:1. If anyone takes the time to do a thorough dynamic analysis on an F2K trebuchet, and would like to share their results, please post them below. Then fold in on top of the other one to crinkle the pouch into a more pouchy shape. -----------(pouch)----------- One end is tied through a hole that's drilled in the end of the arm. 6. Angle iron or steel sheet would work. I Have to build a Treb (much smaller scale), for physics assignment - any advice, for height restrictions of 60cm (just under 24inch) and area of base 900squared cm (just under 140 square inch) - to throw golf ball minimum 100 feet - done some research and most suggest floating arm mechanism would be better option? X 6.5 in (38.1 X 16.51 cm.) Just make sure there is a washer on any side of a bolt that will be touching wood. Keep everything tight. If you make the channel a lot wider, I would suggest using a wider piece of wood or strength. They should come out easily if they were cut narrowly enough. If the shot releases at the wrong time, adjust the pin angle. be safe (2.54 cm.) Our arm was made of many pieces of layered plywood held together with resin and deck screws. (Forward to the direction of motion makes it release later, backwards= release sooner. (Flanges would work here as an alternative) We added a tapered cut to the arm, going from 4x8 to 4x4 at the tip. 2. For the diagonals you will need the However, if you want to do something fancy that is attached to the trebuchet (you won't have as much aiming ability) You could nestle two pieces of wood into the diagonal supports, forming a v shape. Make sure the washers do not interfere with the drop channel. 4. So now we're going to add some extra supports that will prevent the 2 ft 1 X 6 from bending, Lateral support and extra track support. 1. Bending You also will need to push them out slightly, so that the gap is 3/4" at least. (This is actually for the trigger) After a certain point, the drop channel 2 X 4s will have to be made thicker so they can still hold up the CW. Remember, smooth transitions. Ok, now to attach the drop channels. thank you, Reply You can cut the gap wider up to a certain pint, but the trigger design might limit the amount you can cut it wider. I don't know what gauge mine was, I found it in the trash Buy one that is at least 4 inches. Yes, I decided to add this step after awhile. The two marks should be 6/8" apart. For trebuchets in general a mass ratio of between 80:1 to 160:1 can be used. Additionally, the bending of the CW bolt meant that it was not perfectly aligned with the drop gap, so it would slow down and bump on the way down. Keep the hole in between the main track supports and the diagonal track supports. Also, the box needs to have a top so the weights don't come flying out when it reaches the bottom of the drop. The two previous segments are diagonal supports. The Cardan gear was invented to accept linear motion from a steam piston to create circular motion. I used a projectile motion program I wrote using Matlab last year, and assumed a release angle of 45 and initial height of 15 ft. To include the (0.7112 X 0.0889 m) on Step 17, Hey, I definitely encourage you to do this! The original floating arm design originated in modern times, from professional and hobbyist engineers for recreational and educational use. I would get more in case some of their heads strip 2 segments of 2 ft. (0.6096 m) long 2 X 4 Again, the lateral placement in this corner does not matter as long as both edges of the diagonal meet evenly along the track and support. 3/8 X 4 eye bolt (Including bolts) Then drive 3 through the base and into the bottom of the drop channel. Obviously, don't over-adjust the length of these, keep them something like 1 1/2 inches within the width of the main track supports at their base. Luckily we caught it and injuries were avoided. I will be modeling my trebuchet after your and would like to know Can the trebuchet launch a 2-lb dumbell? Yes i am proud to be Hey I just made that up right now. I'd look around on YouTube and compare different sizes of trebuchets. Everything moving should always be on a wheel, and only touching a wheel. None seem to affect it structurally, but we'll see. If you can't get it to the top in one shot, use the supports. I've made the pouch and strung one side through but from then on I'm lost. Just find a pair of old jeans 3. These are the horizontal beams that are used as the track. Reducing the drop distance of the wheel axle to the glide track would reduce damage, but also reduce the range of the trebuchet. The third clip in the video shows this problem well- the arm kind of rolled over and on top of the guide blocks because they were too high. If they protrude into the channel, cut it small enough to fit only on the wood on the side. for the threaded rod That's its fault. (Hopefully a strong someone) I would still recommend doing one, though. 9 years ago It cost me about $130 not including the weights. This is a more efficient way to transfer potential Fun Crafts For Kids Craft Stick Crafts Wood Crafts Actual distance: 300 feet. leaning, tilting marking, etc. GoochesVFD said that there was some cracking around the base of the long 2 X 4 used as the drop channel. Question Untangle the ropes and walk the long one out its length to the front and side of the trebuchet. This is it. However, a floating arm trebuchet is more efficient when built to a size of between one meter and five meters,[5] making it suitable for hobbyists and model builders. I'm kinda adding these as I think of them.. Ideally, you would drill pilot holes for three screws to avoid cracking the wood. upper arm/lower arm length 4 9/16 inch (115mm) / 2 3/32 inch (53mm) 4. 3 ft. (0.9144 m.) long 5/8 in. So we built a 10 throwing arm trebuchet. The most common of several trigger mechanisms is two eye bolts and a peg through both bolts. The person on the ground should pull back and down on the arm like a lever, using the guide wheel as a fulcrum. 16 1.5 in (3.81 cm.) But I'm sure you'll get the idea. Trebuchets work by using a counterweight system turning the falling energy of the back end into a high speed launch of a heavy S Kei Sco Table Saw Sled Marble Machine Plan Drawing All The Way Down Viera Stick It Out Things That Bounce Element Then, obviously, drive in the screws. He can back away. Mark this height. Otherwise, the washers in between the CW box and the channel will be smooshed up against the drop channel, creating friction, which is bad. You need: It will differentiate depending on your ratio. 2 X 4s at a 45 degree miter. 6. This ring will be what loops around the pin. May need to be hanged if the diameter of the threaded rod is changed But make sure you go to the website for wheels that I recommended in the Instructable to avoid paying too much for wheels. A note about the guide blocks: Again, the lengths can be changed slightly, but you want at least 22 feet of length away from the trigger pins when you fire. The weight bar was 1.5" diameter, AISI 4140 cold drawn (probably overkill) and the axles were 1.2" diameter, AISI 1020 CD. You also might want to improve the pin system-at least make sure your pin is smooth. We are to have a constructed trebuchet and have it prepared to launch on Tuesday, April 23. Although later there are more. Finally, tie the keychain ring to the slightly shorter rope. The design and construction of such machines is a popular project assignment in post-secondary engineering classes. It shouldn't be too deep or to shallow for your projectile, and should hug the surface of your projectile well. (third picture on the right) RLT industries trebuchet.com thank you very much. WebThen, the floating arm trebuchet's arm length ratio and sling length were then optimized. WebSmall floating arm trebuchet plans. so i need to cut length of everything down to size. Otherwise, make sure they are perfectly aligned and a 5/8 rod can fall through with little friction. (0.889 m) long 2 X 6 3. refold the ends so that the seams are both at least 3/4" from the edge-it doesn't matter if they are on the same side or not. how long was the arm after the extension? here is a link to my Remember that these adjust the front half of the tracks, the next bit adjusts the back. Our sling (not pictured, there is a shot of it in the video) was made of woven nylon web straps. The second length of rope is tied to a small ring- like a loose keychain ring. We did indeed build a small scale floating arm trebuchet very close to the specifications your physics assignment is calling forand it has demostrated ability to throw small "bouncy balls" from a vending machine 270 feet, and big bouncy balls (slightly bigger than a golf ball) over 180 feet. otherwise the long arm will be too heavy. It is later screwed through the base and through the main track supports. Leave about 5" of uncut material at one end. I like things that go boom and sushi, preferably at the same time. Web50 Trebuchet and Catapult ideas | catapult, floating arm trebuchet, catapult project Trebuchet and Catapult 49 Pins 4y S Collection by Dan Shepherd Similar ideas popular now Woodworking Warriors Illustration Science Projects School Projects Projects To Try Engineering Projects Wood Projects Medieval Crossbow Medieval Weapons Packing Then just screw the bolt through when you need to. Now, cut very carefully and very straightly down the lines you made. nuts, coarse thread Line up the pieces of plywood and drill holes through everything for the carriage bolts. Mark the height that you want the diagonal support to rise to. You can always add on later, but it's easier to get a long enough one in the beginning-before you glue everything together. I'd maybe assume 50% efficiency as a conservative estimate for the f2k (it's probably higher), so the initial kinetic energy of the projectile is equal to the gravitational potential energy of the falling counterweight times the efficiency. Grab your nylon rope and cut 4 feet off the end. Ask me if you have a question. If you really want to include them, they should also be cut about 3 inches longer, until you know what to cut. On the other end of the sling, tie another rope that goes to the loop on the end of the arm. (0.635 cm) diameter, 6 in. Slide the bolt through one hole, screw everything on in this order: Large scale designs require special trigger mechanisms that can hold the weight of the throwing arm. (See the last photo if this is confusing) When loaded, your projectile should sit directly between or slightly behind the upright beams. Basically, put them in the corner where the main track supports and the track meet. One thick nail. 6. While this is happening, the wheel is moved backwards by the torque acting on the arm from the counterweight. Licensed under CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Look at the second clip of the video for the safety "demonstration" (We accidentally left it in) WebThe Floating Arm Trebuchet: The floating arm trebuchet is a modern take on an ancient war machine. Miter off one end of each at a 30 degree angle (with respect to the length of the board) This angle just makes it look cooler. Basically, lift the weight into the air using the arm as a lever and the seam in the arm close to the fulcrum. 2. We're all a bit nerdy and geeky and figured a weekend engineering challenge was a good way to make camping and drinking more awesome. on Introduction. 2 segments of 6 ft. (1.8288 m) long 1 X 6 This means that 3 and 1/2 parts of the short arm plus the short arm itself equal the total length of my entire beam. Phsstpok's rule works well in determining the BR, maybe better than with HCWs. Next use a sheet bend (There might be a better knot for this) and tie the 21 foot piece to the middle of the four foot piece. Funky Snicket Catapult. 7 years ago 8. This will stop fraying and make it more solid. More diagonal supports. Floating arm trebuchet (dimes and pennies) Desktop Trebuchet. Again, not critical. It wasn't the best design for very straight shots, but for me it worked very well. The axle bolt hole would be drilled in the short arm 1.5 feet from the end. Use your head before you lose your head. This is what fit for me. How would this work at half the size? Tools So bad. 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