Final Magnecoaster Prototype
Fuse Deposition Modeling (3D Printing) the track with ABS and temporary support material
The track's support beams are placed in laser cut holes for a perfect fit. An arduino and breadboard circuit control the timing belt's motor.
Strategically placed pieces of sheet metal add momentum and keep the ball on the track.
In-context wooden render of the Magnecoaster
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How do you 3D print a roller coaster?
Using CAD and a Fuse Deposition Modeling machine, I designed and rapid prototyped a roller coaster track.
An Arduino runs the belt which raises a magnetic ball around the loop with a small attached piece of metal.
Strategically placed sheet metal under the purple “grass” provides momentum to complete the loop and keeps the magnetic ball on the track.
