Cardboard lends itself to different mechanisms compared to wood and acrylic. This mechanism combines aspects of the parallel linkage and eccentric cam. It also uses the springiness of cardboard as the returning force to bring the flag back down.
Learning Goals:
- Understand the basics of the cam and linkage mechanism.
- Apply your understanding of the mechanism to create a unique prototype.
Template model
Using the template file provided, you will create the cam and linkage cardboard model. To complete the activity, you will need cardboard, scissors or Xacto, a dowel or a pencil.