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The forum discussion centers on creating a vehicle capable of towing two objects across a 30ft fishing line, which will be pulled tightly and later angled at less than 45 degrees. The user suggests using a remote control car but faces challenges in connecting it to the line without hindering its movement. Solutions proposed include utilizing the elasticity of the fishing line to wrap it around a wheel or pinching the line between rubber rollers or staggered rollers to facilitate movement. These methods ensure compliance with project rules while maintaining functionality.

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  • Understanding of basic physics principles related to tension and motion
  • Familiarity with remote control vehicle mechanics
  • Knowledge of materials, specifically the properties of fishing line
  • Experience with simple mechanical systems and pulley concepts
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This discussion is beneficial for students working on physics projects, educators seeking innovative teaching methods, and hobbyists interested in mechanical design and remote control technology.

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So basically I have a project where I have to basically make a vehicle that can tow 2 objects and across a 30ft fishing line. The line will be pulled tightly. After we've demonstrated our vehicle's ability to go 30ft, the line will be angled at a slight incline. Definitely less than 45 degrees. We can use battery powered items for our vehicle. Do you have any ideas?

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I was thinking use a remote control car to go across, however the main problem with that one would be how to connect it to the line without restricting the forward motion of the car. Any suggestions for this would be greatly appreciated.
 
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Not sure if this would be against the rules... .

Some fishing line is quite elastic. If you have 30ft it might be possible to stretch the line enough to wrap a turn around a wheel.

If that's not allowed then pinch the line between two rubber rollers or between say three staggered rollers.

What ideas have you come up with?
 

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