Popsicle Stick Bombs have you seen these before?

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The discussion revolves around the concept of popsicle stick bombs, exploring their mechanics, variations, and personal experiences related to making them. Participants share their knowledge of the principles of tension, potential energy, and kinetic energy involved in these constructs.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant shares a video about popsicle stick bombs, emphasizing the power of tension, potential, and kinetic energy.
  • Another participant notes a technical issue with the video embed, indicating it was not visible initially.
  • Some participants express curiosity about the origins of the popsicle stick bombs and inquire about unique designs or variations.
  • There is a suggestion to create colorful popsicle stick bombs, potentially in the form of portraits, although one participant expresses doubt about their ability to achieve this.
  • Participants reminisce about simpler versions of popsicle stick bombs made in childhood, describing how they would "explode" when thrown on the ground.
  • One participant claims that the types of bombs discussed in the video are among the oldest variations.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally share an interest in popsicle stick bombs and their mechanics, but there is no consensus on specific designs or the feasibility of creating more complex versions. The discussion remains open-ended with various perspectives on the topic.

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Some participants reference personal experiences and memories related to popsicle stick bombs, which may influence their views on the topic. There are also technical challenges noted regarding video visibility that may affect the discussion.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in kinetic art, DIY projects, or childhood crafts may find this discussion relevant and engaging.

The Maker
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Hello,

I recently made a video called "Popsicle Stick Bombs: Cobra Weave And More Kinetic Fun!". This video is about the power of tension, potential, and kinetic energy. I hope that you enjoy, and please tell me whether you have heard of this concept before or have seen this on TV or in any other youtube videos. Thank you.
 
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No video visible, just a black square. There is a video embed tool in the PF post editor.
 
 
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Did that work?
 
Works for me. Where did you find all of these?
 
I found out about them a few years ago on youtube. I recently decided to make a video about the ones I know how to make.
 
Pretty cool. Knowing what you know about how those work, have you made any unique ones of your own? What are the basic principles at work with these? :smile:
 
Let's see some with popsicle sticks dyed various colors - maybe a portrait of someone?
 
berkeman said:
Pretty cool. Knowing what you know about how those work, have you made any unique ones of your own? What are the basic principles at work with these? :smile:
I have not made any unique ones, I am sorry to say. The basic principles are tension, potential energy, and explosive kinetic energy. Some people call it kinetic art.
 
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Stephen Tashi said:
Let's see some with popsicle sticks dyed various colors - maybe a portrait of someone?
I may actually die some stick, but a portrait is probably beyond me.
 
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When I saw the title I thought of the simple Popsicle stick "bombs" we use to make as kids:
popstickbomb.png

(please excuse the rough rendering)

You tossed them in the air and when they hit the floor, the sticks would "explode" off in different directions.
 
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Janus said:
When I saw the title I thought of the simple Popsicle stick "bombs" we use to make as kids:
View attachment 195297
(please excuse the rough rendering)

You tossed them in the air and when they hit the floor, the sticks would "explode" off in different directions.
Yeah, we used to make these, and also the ones that are square, that take one or two more sticks.
 
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Those are the both in my video near the beginning. I also think that this are the oldest bombs.
 

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