This Tiny Trebuchet Can Launch Objects Up to 35 Feet Away
David Ingram — August 28, 2015 — Art & Design
References: kickstarter & gearhungry
Conquer your office space and strike fear into the hearts of your co-workers with this tiny new addition to the world of siege weapons.
The 'Pennypult' is based upon the design of a medieval trebuchet that has been shrunk down to only nine inches tall. Using a stacked counter-weight design, consisting of 16 everyday copper pennies, this gravity-powered small-scale catapult is able to launch objects up to 35 feet away despite it's tiny size.
The 'Pennypult is also luckily easier to assemble than you would expect when it comes to siege weapons. The tiny trebuchet can be put together in about 15 minutes without using any tools or adhesives. Several laser-cut pieces of wood and additional attachments all easily snap together to form the smallest piece of combat weaponry the world has ever known.
The 'Pennypult' is based upon the design of a medieval trebuchet that has been shrunk down to only nine inches tall. Using a stacked counter-weight design, consisting of 16 everyday copper pennies, this gravity-powered small-scale catapult is able to launch objects up to 35 feet away despite it's tiny size.
The 'Pennypult is also luckily easier to assemble than you would expect when it comes to siege weapons. The tiny trebuchet can be put together in about 15 minutes without using any tools or adhesives. Several laser-cut pieces of wood and additional attachments all easily snap together to form the smallest piece of combat weaponry the world has ever known.
Trend Themes
1. Miniature Siege Weapons - The development of miniature siege weapons opens up opportunities for creative office pranks.
2. Stacked Counter-weight Design - The stacked counter-weight design used in the 'Pennypult' can revolutionize the field of compact catapult technology.
3. Easy Assembly Siege Weapons - The trend of easy-to-assemble siege weapons provides a market for DIY enthusiasts looking for miniature combat weaponry.
Industry Implications
1. Office Supplies - The office supplies industry can explore new opportunities by integrating miniature siege weapons into their product offerings.
2. Toy Manufacturing - The toy manufacturing industry can capitalize on the trend of miniature siege weapons by creating fun and educational catapult kits for children.
3. Hobby and Craft - The hobby and craft industry can tap into the demand for compact siege weapons by offering DIY trebuchet kits for enthusiasts.
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