Starting gravity wheel project, GRAM

[burnit0017]

Hi, I identified the problem areas and determined the design is becoming to complicated to fabricate. I found a similar design to the William F. Skinner device and started fabrication.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9hjyucX4Pk8&feature=youtu.be

I have to finish drive train and gearbox than I will post results when available. It is much easier to fabricate and still uses gravity and a mechanical assist to operate.

[AB Hammer]

burit0017

nice work on the William F Skinner device approach. I am keeping an eye on your progress.


Alan

[burnit0017]

I did a simple test today. I took all the weights off and started the motor. The tilt plate just moved up and down and did not rotate. The output shaft is definitely powered by the weights falling toward the the center of gravity. No weights on the tilt plate, no rotation at the output shaft.

I still have to fabricate a few more parts to connect the PMA. It should be a few more days.

[burnit0017]

Hi, the PMA is  mounted. I still have to complete the wiring, than I can test and post results.

[burnit0017]

Hi,  I did a manual test today with really poor results. Based on what I experienced I see no reason to continue this project. My analysis of how this  configuration should work is wrong. I had 60 pounds on the tilt and there was no benefit, in fact it made it was more difficult to turn.  I adjusted all the possible parameters that I could and my conclusion is there no way a small electric motor will make it operate.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zayyIlqhAkU&feature=youtu.be