Coolest .... garage door .... ever

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The garage door design is praised for its simplicity and grace, with a constant center of gravity that minimizes opening and closing forces due to hinge friction. It effectively clears small obstructions like snow, showcasing innovative engineering. However, motorizing the door may present challenges. Suggestions for enhancement include adding music and laser lights for a more dynamic experience. The discussion highlights the impressive creativity behind such designs.
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Isn't this great or what?! So simple, so graceful.

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The height of the center of gravity is constant, so opening/closing forces are only due to hinge friction (small). AND, it clears small obstructions such as snow.
 
Really very neat, but it could be rather difficult to motorize.
 
The ingenuity of people never ceases to amaze me
 
Now he just needs to motorize it, set it to music and get some laser lights.
 

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