Introduction: Lily Pad Spin
Step 1:
Start with the printed base and add a Jameco (#155821, jameco.com) gear motor. This press fits in the base.
Step 2:
Using 4 inch by 6 inch by 1/4 inch plywood, I glued together the sides of a box.
Step 3:
Add two pieces of 1/2 inch plywood (one for the bottom, one to elevate the motor).
Using wood screws, mount the motor.
Step 4:
Make a top using 6 inch by 6 inch by 1/4 inch plywood. Cut a large hole in the center. Fasten this with two small screws.
Paint the box.
Step 5:
Title the ride and add baked clay lily pads.
Step 6:
Place the 3d printed "wheel" on the shaft of the Jameco motor.
Step 7:
Make a lily pad and frogs using clay. Bake the frogs. Glue the assembly to the rotating base.
Step 8:
Take a .44 inch by 10.25 inch by .04 inch spring and cut it in half.
Insert each half in a 3d printed spring holder--tilting the spring at an angle.
Glue clay frogs on the ends and screw the holders to the top of the box.
Step 9:
Make and bake Mom and the tadpoles.
Step 10:
Make and bake Dad and the two kids.
Step 11:
Apply 9 volts to the motor and let the ride commence!
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