Ruby Goldberg Machine - Improvements/Ideas

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The discussion focuses on creating a Rube Goldberg Machine with the specific goal of washing a Hot Wheels car. The proposed ideas include using a sprayer activated by a fan-driven rubber band mechanism and a pulley system to draw water from a container. The participant seeks feedback on their initial concepts and a structured plan to develop the project further. The discussion highlights the importance of collaboration and constructive feedback in project development.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of basic mechanical principles, such as levers and pulleys.
  • Familiarity with Rube Goldberg Machine concepts and designs.
  • Knowledge of simple machines and their functions.
  • Basic skills in project planning and execution.
NEXT STEPS
  • Research various Rube Goldberg Machine designs and mechanisms.
  • Explore the principles of mechanical advantage in pulleys and levers.
  • Learn about the physics of motion and forces involved in project execution.
  • Develop a step-by-step project plan outlining each component of the machine.
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This discussion is beneficial for students, educators, and hobbyists interested in engineering, physics, and creative problem-solving through Rube Goldberg Machines.

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Hey there,

We have a project to make a Ruby Goldberg Machine due in a month.
Due to the complexity of the project we have started early. This would be my first time making something like this and I need help connecting and improving my ideas.

The objective we have decided upon is to give a Hot Wheels car a car wash. My ideas are as follows,
1. Having sprayer spray water on a book so it drops on something
The sprayer will be connected to a rubber band which will be pulled by the force of air from a fan.

Another objective I had in mind was to draw water from a container.

The Idea - Have a pulley and string. One attached to a string that is fixed to a small bucket submerged in water. Two see-saw like devices are assembled so that when a weight falls on one of them, the bucket is raised.

What i need is my start and about 10 steps...I have already started thinking but would like to know your viewpoints too.

A grade 11 student.
 
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My only advice is to at least get the guy's name right.
 
phinds said:
My only advice is to at least get the guy's name right.

I.E.

It's http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rube_Goldberg" .
 
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anything more constructive?
 
I had to go on Wikipedia to understand what a Rube Goldberg project is.
Now, everything is done in the company where I work seems a Rube Goldberg machine.
 

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