I found out how to create a linear actuator from hinge rotators. This uses three "cycles," each comprised of four hinge rotators (for a total of 12 hinges in this demonstration). The first hinge in the cycle lifts up 90°, the second pushes down 90°, the third pushes down another 90°, and the fourth lifts up 90°. These rotations cancel out each other, yet cause a compression effect to reduce the distance between the hinges and shorten the length of the entire system.
Specifications
General Characteristics
- Created On Android
- Wingspan 5.1ft (1.6m)
- Length 14.8ft (4.5m)
- Height 3.4ft (1.0m)
- Empty Weight 2,006lbs (910kg)
- Loaded Weight 2,006lbs (910kg)
Performance
- Wing Loading 439,839.3lbs/ft2 (2,147,483.6kg/m2)
- Wing Area 0.0ft2 (0.0m2)
- Drag Points 2088
Parts
- Number of Parts 49
- Control Surfaces 0
- Performance Cost 300
I have tried to do this but have failed, congrats on making This