TRIPLE PENDULUM
Product Design to observe chaotic motion
THE PROBLEM
chaos
ˈ/keɪɒs/
~the property of a complex system whose behaviour is so unpredictable as to appear random, owing to great sensitivity to small changes in conditions.~
To observe the wild motions of a third based model based out of the pendulum. This was a pet project quickly turning into an interesting journey.
AUDIENCE
Ages 10+ are welcomed to observe to play with the model. The user can even modify by adding/removing arms as per the need.
A basic formula can be,
More Arms = More Chaotic Motion
INITIAL PROTOTYPE
To really comprehend how chaotic motion works, a simple experiment with 3 ice cream sticks were undergone. Each ends of the ice cream stick were tied together by a standard 2 mm wire. It was a low cost alternative and the results were satisfactory enough to shift into the next prototype.
Front View
Side View
ENGINEERING
The Materials needed to complete this model were:
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Wood
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Ball Bearings
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Glue
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Rubber Washers
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Screws
In order to design a structure, rather than going with waterfall model of arm after arm. I decided to go with a T shaped structure. It gives more stability and better aesthetic features.
In order to provide for a smooth finish and accurate drill holes. I took the help of a milling machine and standard lathe. Within the drill holes, exact measured ball bearings were inserted and fitted exactly with the help of super glue.
STRUCTURE SETUP
