Our most complex gadget, the Archimedes uses a marble-lifting mechanism inspired by the Archimedes Screw. Watch as the marbles seem to magically appear out of the center and make their way down the two maze pathways. This fully assembled gadget is powered by 2-AAA batteries.
Available in a range of colors.
The fully assembled gadget
measures approximately 4.0” x 4.0” x 5.5”
Watch and listen as the marbles make their way down the ramps. This fully assembled Small Gear gadget makes the perfect gift or desktop treasure. It is powered by 2-AAA batteries. Solar-powered models are also available.
The fully assembled Small Gear gadget
Measures approximately 3.5” x 3.5” x 3.5”
A ten chambered piston moves up and down to lift balls in this gadget. Watch Piston’s pleasing synchronous motion as all the balls move in unison from one stage to the next. It evokes an engine operating under a heavy load. This gadget is fully assembled and is powered by 2-AAA batteries.
Available in Silk Copper, Bronze and Copper as shown here.
The fully assembled gadget
measures approximately 4.0” x 2.0” x 4.5”
An especially intriguing lift mechanism with a captivating graceful motion. A single four-bar geometry traces out two intersecting semi-elliptical paths that intersect at the perfect alignment so that one of the lift arm’s cups can deposit a ball at a holding station that the other cup will later collect. This gadget is fully assembled and is powered by 2-AAA batteries.
The fully assembled gadget
measures approximately 5.0” x 2.0” x 7.6”
Sure to brighten up your holidays. Very similar to the Archimedes gadget, but shaped to appear as a Christmas tree. This gadget is fully assembled and is powered by 2-AAA batteries.
The fully assembled gadget
measures approximately 4.2” x 4.0” x 6.4”
This parts kit contains everything you need assemble your very own Small Gear (you can download the design files to 3D-print it here). The kit includes ball bearings, motor assembly and battery holder, on/off push button and screws.
