I like the concept of the spring return tension, seems to be more Efficnet then the onlder style, " Counter balance weight. But would the return spring still compare to the torque output ?
Counterbalances are used to make the center of mass of the crankshaft directly on the axis of rotation, they're not meant to store energy. I technically should have one here but it's too slow to make a difference. The spring exerts less force than the piston, but its constant and will oppose this force and expend heat, so its less efficient than a pure flywheel.
Very nice job. Made from simple, 'around the home' parts and very well made. Would you make another vid for us and explain the parts and how you made them?
Yes, the valve system is in the copper piping below the gauge. Inside the peice of pipe is a spring loaded piston that is articulated by the linkage on the back. When the linkage pulls the piston down, exposing a hole in the side of the pipe to the pressure from the air tank, and when it is moved up, it exposes the hole to the atmosphere for venting.
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SCENARIOBABY 4 years ago
I like the concept of the spring return tension, seems to be more Efficnet then the onlder style, " Counter balance weight. But would the return spring still compare to the torque output ?
zember311 4 years ago
Counterbalances are used to make the center of mass of the crankshaft directly on the axis of rotation, they're not meant to store energy. I technically should have one here but it's too slow to make a difference. The spring exerts less force than the piston, but its constant and will oppose this force and expend heat, so its less efficient than a pure flywheel.
Cirvin 4 years ago
Very nice job. Made from simple, 'around the home' parts and very well made. Would you make another vid for us and explain the parts and how you made them?
It has a great sound too!
MACHINEIRON 5 years ago
it has a prety good exhaust beat to it, good job
mikes47jeep 5 years ago
Yes, the valve system is in the copper piping below the gauge. Inside the peice of pipe is a spring loaded piston that is articulated by the linkage on the back. When the linkage pulls the piston down, exposing a hole in the side of the pipe to the pressure from the air tank, and when it is moved up, it exposes the hole to the atmosphere for venting.
Cirvin 5 years ago
how does the valve sytme work on it i cant figure it out
Fwbs 5 years ago
Keep up the good work man. Looks like fun.
chopin65 5 years ago