Impossible Gears


(Video Link)


In the above video, Clayton Boyer shows how oddly-shaped gears can function smoothly. Okay, the square gears shouldn't be a surprise. But then he moves on to ovals, then fish, and then things that look like Rorschach inkblots.

via Gizmodo | Official Website

Previously by Clayton Boyer: Create Your Own Amazing Wooden Clock

Newest 5
Newest 5 Comments

Of course if I'd watched this video too it would all have been so incredibly simple...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3LdlSAN1yks

I'm even more in awe now that I know how to make the weird gears.
Abusive comment hidden. (Show it anyway.)
Is there some kind of scientific theory for devising these gears? I got as far as thinking that each one has to have a negative 'map' of the teeth on a connecting gear, but then you have the overall shape of the thing and... I would have no idea where to start. Great stuff to watch.
Abusive comment hidden. (Show it anyway.)
Login to comment.




Email This Post to a Friend
"Impossible Gears"

Separate multiple emails with a comma. Limit 5.

 

Success! Your email has been sent!

close window
X

This website uses cookies.

This website uses cookies to improve user experience. By using this website you consent to all cookies in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

I agree
 
Learn More