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Caterpillar 385C Front Shovel Excavator

June 16th, 2010 43 comments

Caterpillar 385C Front Shovel Excavator

Large model of a Caterpillar front shovel excavator designed for a public display. Features a drivetrain with a subtractor, superstructure rotation mechanism, V12 piston engine, arm with 3 joints controlled remotely by motorized linear actuators, pneumatically opened bucket, remotely elevated operator’s cabin, lights and custom stickers.

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Robotic Hand

March 1st, 2010 32 comments

Model of a human arm. Features 4 electric and 4 pneumatic functions.

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Rocking Compressor

January 10th, 2010 44 comments

New compressor design, using reciprocating motion instead of a rotary one. Smaller, stronger and more adjustable than traditional compressors, it can run up to 18 pumps.

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Volvo EC290C

January 10th, 2010 73 comments

Pneumatic excavator with a full remote control. Features internal compressor, 3-position motorized pneumatic valves, integrated manometer, infinite freedom of superstructure rotation, lights, flashing warning lights, custom stickers and simple suspension.

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AeroShift Gearbox

November 30th, 2009 67 comments

New gearbox concept – a 3-speed sequential synchronized pneumatic gearbox that can be operated entirely remotely.

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Hellbender

March 25th, 2009 12 comments

Model of my favourite vehicle from the Unreal Tournament 3 game. Features 4×4 drive, full suspension, pneumatic rear differential lock, rotating front & rear turret, lights and custom stickers.

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Compressors

March 11th, 2009 40 comments

A number of solutions to create a compact, fluently working compressor.

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SnowGroomer

February 3rd, 2009 77 comments

Inspired by PistenBully snowgroomers. Features full independent suspension, dual longitudinal subtractor drive, pneumatic system with motorized valves and automated internal electric compressor, 3-section crane with infinite freedom of rotation, and lights.

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Tow Truck

January 6th, 2009 8 comments

Big tow truck. Features full suspension, V8 piston engine, 4-speed manual gearbox, functional lights, openable bonnet and doors, pneumatic outriggers and towing hook, pneumatically raised 2-section boom, pneumatically lifted second axle, motorized dual winch, internal electric compressor and custom stickers.

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Telehandler Mk.2

January 6th, 2009 5 comments

My second telehandler. Features 4×4 drive & steering, crab steering mode, full independent pneumatic suspension, pneumatically raised boom with a self-contained extension mechanism, pneumatically tilted fork, internal electric compressor and a high precision remote pneumatic valve.

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