> Connectors
A custom designed barrel bolt was designed to vertically connect the different rows of the column. It was 3D printed and tested to see if it could hold the rubber pieces under tension. The successful bolt became the positive part for a mold from which multiple connectors have been made with urethane plastic.
The “YOYO Connection” cast ABS plastic with stainless steel washers
Male and female 80 shore urethane with safety-pin connection
Steel base plate and YOYO connections
Motor mount / Gear box