Race, Roberto

Making Simple Automata

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ISBN 13:
9781847977441
author:
Race, Roberto
format:
Paperback
publisher:
The Crowood Press Ltd
language:
English
Publication Year:
2014
Pages:
96
Dimensions:
24.2 x 17.5 x 0.6 cm
Genre:
Home & Garden,Antiques & Collectables, Antiques & Collectables by Subject,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 2 working days
£12.56

Description

Designing and making successful automata involves combining materials, mechanisms, and creativity. This book explains the six golden rules for making automata alongside detailed step-by-step projects, covering various materials such as paper and card, wood, wire, tinplate, and plastics. Illustrated with color photos throughout, the book discusses mechanisms including levers and linkages, cranks and cams, wheels, gears, pulleys, springs, ratchets, and pawls. The result is a charming whole that is more than the sum of its parts. With this guide, toy makers, woodworkers, crafters, and tinkerers can create their own simple mechanical devices for fun.

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