3D-printed RC car
By Ben Everard. Posted
This article was originally published as part of HackSpace magazine, which has since been incorporated into Raspberry Pi Official Magazine.
Do you remember the Tim Burton version of Batman? With the Batmobile that was little more than a big jet engine on wheels? That’s what this build, by Rambros, reminds us of.
It’s a radio-controlled car with a 3D-printed chassis, body, steering assembly, and power transmission (including a differential for the rear wheels). Only the electronics, wheels, bearings, and the screws that hold it together aren’t made of plastic.
Ben is the Editor of HackSpace magazine. When not wrangling words, he enjoys cycling, gardening, and attempting to identify wild mushrooms.
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