![]() ![]() Assuming the gate must remain horizontal in its complete cycle, one could mount brake pads of some frictional contrivance, side mount, top or bottom would be the easiest, utilizing the weight already present, thereby “free” pre-loaded friction enhancement. Utilizing a spring or spring tensioned cable, which would be visually stimulating if placed in an unusual place. You might also play with a hook on the gate that catches it before slamming. Automobile shock absorber could be used in many ways at the end of of the stroke, coming or going directly on the gate or as a “shock absorber” waiting to receive the load at either or both ends of the gates stroke. There are several ways to slow it down! Spring tensioners either stretch or coil will work and depends on the level of installation/fabrication difficulty you want to tackle. ![]() I was one of the ones who requested a video, and now awake at 3AM with a shot of insomnia, I’m really glad it’s here.Īnd this is the non-machinist and mechanic/engineer novice asking, anyone have any thoughts on slowing it down before it slams open like that? Or would that not beat the snot out of it over time like it seems to me that it would? Rubber stoppers? Some kind of brake on the cable? Too complicated for the rewards? Lastly, thanks Michael for taking the video. In other words, it definitely ain’t cheap, and the shortcuts it took are WHY it’s interesting, not a reason for derision. Language is just inexact, and “oh for crying out loud” is probably correct in saying that gravity powered or car powered would be a better label for this fence.Īnd I would disagree with “oh for crying out loud”‘s description of this as a “cheap shortcut.” Though I am not a machinist and have little idea of the investment of time involved here, it is definitely not cheaper than a typical gate in terms of materials and, from a construction point of view anyway, took only enviable shortcuts to create the intended effect. No one’s claiming that Michael has discovered perpetual motion or zero point energy in the form of a little used metal gate in rural Texas, for crying out loud,” nor do I think anyone but you has chosen to interpret it that way. Showcasing amazing maker projects of 2022 Gift the gift of Make: Magazine this holiday season! Subscribe to the premier DIY magazine todayĬommunity access, print, and digital Magazine, and more Share a cool tool or product with the community.įind a special something for the makers in your life. Skill builder, project tutorials, and more Get hands-on with kits, books, and more from the Maker Shed A project collaboration and documentation platform.Initiatives for the next generation of makers. Membership connects and supports the people and projects that shape our future and supports the learning.A free program that lights children’s creative fires and allows them to explore projects in areas such as arts &Ĭrafts, science & engineering, design, and technology.Microcontrollers including Arduino and Raspberry Pi, Drones and 3D Printing, and more. Maker-written books designed to inform and delight! Topics such as.A smart collection of books, magazines, electronics kits, robots, microcontrollers, tools, supplies, and moreĬurated by us, the people behind Make: and the Maker Faire. ![]() Together tech enthusiasts, crafters, educators across the globe.
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