Throwing Machines: Information on Tennis & Volleyball Machines

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The discussion focuses on gathering information about tennis and volleyball throwing machines, with an emphasis on constructing a volleyball machine. Participants suggest researching simple machines like trebuchets for inspiration. A key concern raised is how to achieve velocity control for the motor used in the machine. The conversation highlights the need for specific ideas on maintaining ball trajectory and minimizing rotation. Overall, the thread serves as a resource for those interested in building ball-throwing machines.
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I wonder that are there anyone who have an idea about ball throwing machines(tennis ball throwing machine, volleyball throwing machine etc.) How can i get information about this subject?
(i am sorry of my bad english, i wish i could explain what i want to learn :smile: )
 
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hitssquad said:
These things?
http://images.google.com/images?q=tennis ball machine

Are you trying to figure out how to make one?

thank you for your help.
yes i was trying to figure out that.
i am trying to project a volleyball throwing machine and getting knowledges about that. i need any different ideas. the two thing is to keep in mind that the ball will not rotate on its own center as much as possible and the trajectory is determined (specified)
 
Not sure if you are trying to construct something for yourself or manufacture something, but if you are looking to make a simple ball hurling machine, do a Google search for Trebuchet. It is a simple style machine that you could use to hurl any type of object.
 
thank you everyone who helped me, i get many informations about the machine. i have only one problem that;
how can i do velocity control to a motor, in other words, by using what kind of motor, i can control the velocity of the motor?
 

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