Jeremy lança nosso novo projeto ao visitar uma empresa que personaliza carros de corrida em busca de inspiração. Depois fizemos uma pesquisa com os clientes antes de discutir os requisitos do projeto.
Jeremy convoca projetistas para começarem a esboçar suas ideias. Fizemos testes de percurso e conferimos modelagens iniciais CAD no SolidWorks.
Jeremy muda os componentes de engenharia de um carrinho de golfe com a ajuda do escaneamento 3D e do SolidWorks Simulation. Depois criamos rapidamente um protótipo de submontagens para o carrinho.
Jeremy começa a projetar o chassi usando recursos de soldagem no SolidWorks; depois vai a uma metalúrgica para criar peças com precisão para as esteiras de tanque do nosso carrinho de bebê.
Jeremy se aproxima do projeto geral e final em CAD do carrinho de bebê. Ele também colocou fiação a quente nos motores do carrinho de golfe para mostrar o desempenho das esteiras de tanque de alumínio.
Dessa vez, percorremos as esteiras e examinamos o sistema de suspensão e os amortecedores. E Jeremy ouve a opinião especializada de uma mãe sobre o carrinho de bebê e revela o projeto de cabine escolhido.
Antes de passar para a última etapa de produção, a equipe realiza uma “verificação de integridade” no projeto final do carrinho para ter certeza de que ele desliza suavemente.
Após meses de trabalho com a comunidade global para projetar um carrinho de bebê turbinado, o protótipo final está pronto para cair na estrada.
Conheça os principais membros da equipe responsáveis pelo Projeto 3.
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21 February 2012 6:06 PM
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15 February 2012 8:45 PM
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Postar comentárioroberto ladrillero (15 hours ago)
i want get more information of the tutorials videos or any place to conversation with people (forus) of solidwork english or germanish or spanish thank you for you ATENTION.
Erv@Oracle (7 days ago)
So, Jeremy... not unlike my favorite designer, Colin Chapman, who designed his cars to fit his evolving life style (i.e. family), moving from the 7 to the Elan to the Eclat/Elite and then back to the Esprit - am I to assume the Luchini family is now in need of a stroller? Congrats if so!
Chris (7 days ago)
Great project! You need to run it through the test track from an earlier episode...with a bikini clad woman driving. Seeing the shark teeth is cool...what happened to the track guards?
Zoom (7 days ago)
what a dumb design. First off there is nothing to stabilize the driver, he is just hanging on to the controls to stay on board... talk about a major safety flaw. Second there is the massive weight issue, its designed for all-terrain but unless you live across the street from the woods you going to need a trailer, so now to go for a "stroll" you need to hook up the trailer, load the buggy, load the kid, drive somewhere, unload the buggy...etc... anyone out there with kids see this as a near impossibility? Yeah solidworks is great but this is what happens when engineers get together with zero real life design/building experience...
DA Design (8 days ago)
The "windshield" looks tacked on....like last minute, and is obviously not well designed or safe. It looks like it could clobber the baby at any minute. The thing has too much vibration and lack of safety to put a real baby in.
Donald E. Abel (8 days ago)
How can I slow down your videos??. they are running to fast to be able to comprehend, other then that, they are great.
chadi fakhry (11 days ago)
solidworks is wonderful
Jeremy Luchini (13 days ago)
Thanks guys. Lots of great comments here. Let’s Go Design was an opportunity for designers and engineers from all over the world to have some fun building unconventional prototypes that we would likely not have the opportunity to do at our real jobs. Our goal was not to create commercial products and sell them - it was to have fun designing and to introduce new audiences to the spectacular array of software and hardware technologies currently available to CAD designers. We were our own research and development, design, testing, and prototyping team. And, in the end, we created some cool stuff in a fairly short amount of time. The latest project, our hot rod baby buggy, will be on display at SolidWorks World, so you should check it out if you’ll be in San Diego. I’ll will see what I can do about posting some more footage of it in action when I am back. For now, I’m taking a break, but, stay tuned for what’s next - as you’ll get to see some amazing designs and meet some great people responsible for them from the around the world. Hope to see many of you at SolidWorks World!
Dsnseeker (19 days ago)
The end result of your "design" project exercise is a custom built working mechanical prototype. Looking at this from an industrial design point of view, I see a machine designed by only mechanical designers and engineers. It is a technology platform to prove the component configuration and test the custom drive train / steering system. For that purpose you did a great job. As far as realistically approaching the problem and taking into full consideration the user side of the equation that is not something that this "design" exercise represents. The track driven vehicle that you produced is only a starting point. If any research was done with respect to the needs of the primary passenger, the baby, it would have shown that excessive noise and vibration are dangerous to an infant. Like wise safety concerns for a standing operator on a powered vehicle where not addressed. If the passenger's needs were central to the design solution, the overal product would have to be very quite and have a smooth ride, or the passenger compartment for the child would have to be both sound and vibration isolated. Usually during a stroll, the driver, parent or caregiver, will want to have easy access to the child and have a way to monitor their behavior. If the child is crying and you cannot hear it, that is not going to be a fun or safe ride for the passenger. Both the child's and the driver's needs must be addressed in the design process and the final design. I am glad you enjoyed show casing some of SolidWorks excellent capabilities. What you did not do is represent a realsitic or responsible design process for a vehicle that is safe for it's passengers or that is intended for the consumer market. If any human factors are styling considerations were made during the project little of that is evident in the finished prototype. It is clear you had fun. I hope that you continue to do so. Please try to not over simplify the design process and misrepresent it. Sure it's all for marketing and to have some thing interesting to show on the screen, but it is presenting poor design process. The world already suffers enough from that problem. OK I admit I took it too seriously, but you have resposniblity to the design community to not devalue what they do, through how you presnt the use of your tools.
Danny (19 days ago)
I like the design, but the (short) clip of it running looked like it was lacking power. Is the unit too heavy for the golf cart motor to power along? I guess I'm assuming this is why we didn't see any offroad action. Too bad the fenders didn't show up. Looking at the early model, the fenders really make the whole thing look a lot slicker.
WarAmongArmy (20 days ago)
Sensacional!!! 8)
Steve (20 days ago)
WOW!! Well done!! All babies should be so lucky to have one of these! How is it looking after putting the beat down on it? Did the design hold up well? Love to see more! Cheers!
mike (21 days ago)
Awsome, Can it go in the mud and snow? Maybe the next design will do that.
Koralp (22 days ago)
what's next? what are we designing now?
Matt@SolidWorks (23 days ago)
Randolph, at the present time we do not have a scholarship program. Scholarships are available at engineering institutions with different requirements in a variety of programs.
Ramli (24 days ago)
I LIKE,,
Jax Rhapsody (24 days ago)
I'm attempting something like this with a tricycle and have no idea how to make the rubber treads for it. anyone with ideas can hit up my blog email; rhapsodiclaviathan@mail.com
Randolph (25 days ago)
I just want to know if there are scholarship program sponsored by various companies in this kind of software?
Boldt (28 days ago)
Hmmm, I don't think it is quite ready yet. The drivetrain is developed, but a quick FMEA shows a much too high a probability of severe injury for an off road baby buggy. For starters, you need a full roll cage.
RMS (28 days ago)
I'm in agreement with almost everyone else. Excellent project and a cool looking outcome. But...20 seconds of spinning on the sidewalk??...really?! Put it through it's paces and where it fails, fix it. Great job overall though. Thanks for letting us be a part of it.
Steve P. (29 days ago)
Jeremy - Neat project, but one of the design objectives was off-road capability. 30 seconds of cavorting on the sidewalk is a let-down, and it makes me wonder if there are some un-admitted problems. I know the real objective is to show Solidworks as a tool in the design process, but since the series purports to show the real design process, then let us see a real test of the objectives. If this thing is underpowered or unstable off-road, or pulls a Suzuki Samari and wants to tip over, well part of the design process is admitting failure and going back to the drawing board to fix the problems. Don't pull a Morton-Thiokol on us. Re-design to fix any problems would be more realistic to the real-world design process, and would be every bit as interesting as flitting on to another sexy billboard project.
muzaffar (29 days ago)
respected sir have been completed 8year exepr from india and gulf designe and graphic moment so i kind that i need a job for desinge muzaffar D.M.E FROM BANGALORE
Franz Arandia (29 days ago)
Que buen proyecto, excelente le doy 100 puntos por tan buen diseño.
wanida (30 days ago)
kiddy great job
Jason (32 days ago)
Ditto previous comments. This video was such a tease. Skip the fancy production, grab the camcorder and post some footage of that thing in action, with or without the baby, I don't care! It's awesome!
Christian von Delius (32 days ago)
Jeremy- How about a zipfile of eDrawings so we can review the details of the construction? How about posting a bit more in-depth detail completed vid on YouTube? For the amount of work that went into the project, we as observers got about 1 minute of the final product-kind of a let-down. We really have a deeper interest in the details of the engineering... -Christian
Brandon M (33 days ago)
Cool project, but we need to see more of the unit in action. There was a lot of work involved with the HRBB, yet only a couple minutes of footage when complete. Let's see it in action!
Blair H. (34 days ago)
Definitely cool concept. I was hoping that the dad would be standing lower than what it is. I'm 6'4" and I would hit my head on alot of tree branches especially if i went off road. I am a bit disappointed in the windscreen for the kid. It looks a bit "last minute" ish. I know you had time constraints. Maybe we can revisit this sometime and make improvements.
Julia Tykkälä (34 days ago)
Awesome! I love mekatronik/build etc.. design :)
bob (34 days ago)
Erm - i think you have a point there Eman! i think he was hoping we would all forget that one!!
Eman (35 days ago)
I might have missed it, but what happened to the polycarbonate fenders. The early mockups looked really sweet!
Pogostik (35 days ago)
Hey Vanderknot, How about showing us what you'd do? A few Solidworks mock up maybe?
Vanderknot (35 days ago)
I really don't like it, I mean all the features of the software are cool, the idea was great but the result is not at that level, I feel like the last episodes before the final one was just an excuse to the time spent, and honestly the final one was more a checklist to something not so good. But guys, it is only me, take it as you like!
galih (35 days ago)
wow i like it
vvvv (35 days ago)
got tanks tracks...............drive it off road for us!!!
vvvv (35 days ago)
got tanks tracks...............drive it off road for us!!!
J.C. (36 days ago)
Hey Jeremy!! get that thing off Road!! thats the whole idea. post another vid of more driving it OFF ROAD. tank track buggy and he fruits about on flat tarmac!!!! looks cool but show us what it can reallly do!!??
Mike Robinson...bigmiker2109@yahoo.com (38 days ago)
Looking at the Hot Rod Baby Buggy and the way it is operated I had an idea to throw out at the design team/builders that would add some safety for the operator as well as the baby in that it would keep the operator from inadvertantly being thrown from the machine...that idea was installing a seat designed along the lines of the ergonomic office chairs that are set an angle...it could have a back and flip up arm rest as well as a safety belt and add comfort and safet to the already awesome machine...
Ernesto Breton² (39 days ago)
Thanks for the project!!!!! Very nice!!!!
vvvv (39 days ago)
been watching ever since the start..........very impressive
ahmed el-bhje (39 days ago)
soooooooo coooool :)
Corporal Willy (39 days ago)
An Outstanding design and build. Lots of credit to the TEAM Members too. If I were not so old I might like to sit in that seat myself. Great innovation is seen here. Perhaps on Mars or Desert regions it would have its most practical use. But it was a lot of fun following along with this whole episode. Great job.
Cliff (39 days ago)
I want to see the buggy go over some serious terrain.
Oscar (39 days ago)
Ohhh You didn't show how it rides OFF ROAD! :(
marie (39 days ago)
Cute baby - future SolidWorks user.
Jeff (39 days ago)
Great job! When can I get one of those?
DRJ (39 days ago)
ELEPHANTS GIVING BIRTH TO MICE1
GMO (40 days ago)
Jeremy and team, Great work. although short the video brings closure to those of us that have followed this project from the beginning. If and when the next project gets discussed don't forget to consider a project that may make an impact on someone's life (like disabled, elder, or others perhaps animals) and tom work on something that can be commercialized. It is great that we see the great work that can be done in SW with cool projects like this but thus far if memory does not fail me none of the projects can really be mass produced. In the next one bring take it to the next level by designing some a product that can be either commercialized or can easily be made from a kit all the while showing the features of SW.
Jeremy Luchini (41 days ago)
Happy 2012. Many thanks to all my team members and partners. The prototype gets packed up and rolls into SWWorld in February, along with our annual great selection of customer products and partner offerings. What's next for videos? More fun with customers and inspiring stories of engineers at the forefront of innovative product design. Stay tuned and, of course, nothing but the best of luck on your own projects. - Jeremy
M...... (41 days ago)
NEED SUBTITLES!!! HELLO! THERE ARE DEAF ENGINEERS DESIRE TO GAIN KNOWLEDGE.
mk77 (41 days ago)
what day does ep. 8 go live jeremy. cant wait
Gil fuja (45 days ago)
Hey Jeremy, When episode 8 going to be on the website? cant wait! Gil
Dennis Miles (46 days ago)
As soon as I saw the picture in NASA Tech Briefs I immediately thought, Seniors can buy (Sometimes with Medicare and insurance help,) three and four wheel Mobility Scooters but they cannot negociate any except a paved surface or short grass on hard packed soil, so I had to buy a full size electric Golf cart, to get arround on my 10 acres of grass pasture inspecting fences and opening or closing gates in the fences to move the donkeys and cows around and thus manage the pastures for best maintence of growth / graizing. a 30 inch wide and 48 inch long tracked vehicle would increase mobility for thousands of partially disabled who live on farms. Also, the typical snowmobile track system is inexpensive and reliable on snow, or sand, or grass! Sometimes it is not necessary to reinvent the wheel!
J.C. (61 days ago)
That ep. was kinda a letdown. just shows that no-matter how great your software is - you still get nasty surprises when you actually make your prototype. oops.
나도몰라 (62 days ago)
장난하나. 에피소드7 11월 말에 한다고 하더니, 12월 중순에서야 고작 한다는게, 몇명 안자서 이빨까다가 끝나냐?
bert (67 days ago)
is there any chance u can put sides on the windshield that open like helicopter doors? looking great
bert (67 days ago)
can you make another one of these that you can drive from the inside and have the baby beside you?
GMO (67 days ago)
Looks like your Discussion board is broken or most likely hacked... You may be allowing scripting to go through in the comments...
Charlie (69 days ago)
I thought you would have trouble with the drive system from day one I was looking at the back postings and most of are not there I suggested all along hydrostatic drive this would eliminate all your problems also your trying to make more moving parts not what I considered feasible scrap the front engine put hubs that freewheel hydrostatic motors on each rear wheel and the electric or gas hydrostatic pump you eliminate space with a front motor and you would have room to put the hydrostatic oil reserve and the pump controls would be close to each rear wheel . the concept of trying to move that much weight with electric motors did not look feasible rubber tracks are commonly used later and more versatile. when you get it working I think you'll find it will not move that much at all if you stick with what you're doing
GMO (71 days ago)
I personally like that you posted this as episode 7. That was one of my comments some time ago. In most episodes we only see the progress and don't get a chance to see how challenges were overcome. I would have preferred to see the track alignment solutions in the software rather than the potentiometer to try an visualize the options but I've been in those meetings where we just talk and brainstorm and those where we sketch on a white board or paper and yes those were everyone is well prepared and has 3D models to show. Just my two cents.
Jeremy Luchini (71 days ago)
Hi Folks, The design review meeting gives you a little more insight to the actual engineering challenges we faced throughout the prototype building stages. The tracks were especially tricky to solve and Mark's reuse of our existing potentiometers really saved us time and money while still giving us some awesome zero turning capabilities. We don't view these comments as complaints, we respect all of the submissions and we are as excited to show you the final product as you are ready to see it, trust me. I have spent countless afterhours and weekends putting the final touches on it for you. Our unveil episode goes live in January (takes a few weeks for us to localize all the languages), and public viewing of the project will be in February at SolidWorks World. - Jeremy
Jack (71 days ago)
Ditto Jess's sentiments..
Jess (71 days ago)
Don't mean to complain cuz I love this series, but thats all there is for Episode 7 was a couple minute meeting?
GMO (71 days ago)
The snow blower idea does not blow me away. I'm in SoCal so I don't have the snow in driveway problem but I do have leaf problems. Now if this new build could remove snow, leaves, mow the lawn and even take out the trash bins that would be great. I wouldn't buy it but think of the many disabled and elderly people it could benefit... What ever you do next target it towards enabling the disabled and maybe even show how your software package can be customized for a disabled engineer to create models and if available showcase the different tools (like the space navigator but for disabled users) that may exist. I'm clueless as to what is out there to enable engineers with disabilities to perform the same work I could but I'm always thinking on how to change my designs to allow them to use whatever I design. Now I got to think that a disabled engineer would design them better than me to fit the disabled community better than I could. No offense was intended with the aforementioned. Now with all that said WHERE IS EP. 7???
mk77 (74 days ago)
Holy Rubber Baby Buggy Bumpers Batman!! Jeremy, you have outdone yourself, this project is like OFF THE HOOK cool. I can it see now... Saturday afternoon in suburbia: Dad's squaring off down at the corner for the annual neighborhood stroller races down the middle of the street... spawn a new series: Pimp My Baby Stroller, paint jobs, flames, and a what? ... bubble blaster???!! a water canon would be better to ward off the dogs that are going to want to give chase..... ... only down side is that it wont fit down a local grocery store isle...... o r w i l l i t ? .... hmmmm :-)) can't wait to see what is next... kudos to you an your gang. mk
Alex Slicce (75 days ago)
Gill fujas idea is an awesome one. i recomend that you do that one jeremy- the snowblower idea. :-) Good luck on finishing the HOT ROD BABY BUGGY it looks awesome.
Guillermo (76 days ago)
Episode 7 ???........
DRJ (77 days ago)
Looks like the last place entry in the American Choppers Build Off Competition. what a waste of Time and Materials!
Gill Fuja (77 days ago)
Jeremy,sounds interesting. what you should bild though is a robotic snow blower that blows your drive for you so you dont have to get cold. Or make it RC and use a RC controller like on RC Cars and be able to run it from inside your house. Maybe even make a iPhone app like for the office chair project, or even better make it so you can control it from your PC in your basement. Would need cameras though so you could see what was happening.
mrmill (77 days ago)
Enjoyed every bit of your website.Thanks Again. Great. ship steel
Jeremy Luchini (78 days ago)
Hi Gill, my colleagues are always pushing for designs that make life easier.....even if they are extremely hard to pull off......(like a robot that folds your laundry, or a jet-pack that replaces your gas guzzling car)........so we'll see. All I can say is the first three projects were a blast to work on, very challenging, and pretty much impossible to pull off if we didn't have great team members and great partners who've donated a huge amount of time and resources to the videos we've produced. - Jeremy
gill fuja (78 days ago)
can you give us an insight of what the next project is?
Jeremy Luchini (78 days ago)
Hey folks, the production team has told me the design review episode (which we called to double check key pieces) goes live Dec. 13, and the big prototype unveil goes live Jan. 12. Then it will be boxed up and shipped to SolidWorks World for all to check out in person. That's the schedule. All the best, and good luck with your own projects as the year wraps up. - Jeremy
bob (79 days ago)
come on whats happened. you cant let us down on the last video:(
joe (79 days ago)
when will ep. 7 be online??
Pat P. (80 days ago)
Love the design...would even be fun designed for "older" kids...aka adults.. I could see this used in areas in woodlands where wheeled vehicles might have problems...Like the cool cockpit, too..would keep branches from one's face.. Would make a great replacement for my wheelchair in rough terrain...:-)
superart (81 days ago)
It would be cool to have dual controls. One set for the dad, and one for the kid, so the kid can drive the kart himself. For safety, I suppose the dad set of controls could have an override just in case.
Goggle Box (81 days ago)
Come on when will it be up? It says the end of november and its almost the middle of december.
bishoy (81 days ago)
how long do you think until the final video is up??
Jeremy Luchini (83 days ago)
Hi Folks, The production team is working hard to get the latest episode completed and will be posting it shortly. I am glad you all are excited to see this. We had a private showing of it to a variety of dads and moms and took their feedback to introduce a few more baby features (since I focused so much on the dad). I literally had people saying, that thing is awesome....but...what the heck is it? And I also asked my team to conduct a final design review to make sure it runs a little more smooth. Plus, my good friend Mark came up with a really cool joystick controller linkage that adapts to the potentiometers and we want to show you guys how he did that before the final unveil then all that's left is to ride this beast off into the sunset (or snow....since it's December). - Jeremy....(p.s. behind the scenes I got hit with the flu for two weeks which has added to some time delays, my apologies...I usually never get a cold)
Stig (83 days ago)
I your next Ep. tell us how much this prototype cost you, and tell us how much time/money you rekon you saved using solidworks
abdoub (83 days ago)
when will we see the final epiosde?
J.C. (83 days ago)
Looks like his clock runs on Jeremy summer time, which is roughly 10 hrs behind grennich mean time. Any chance? we wanna see this!!
Koralp (83 days ago)
December has come. Waiting for the final result. Best regards.
Max (84 days ago)
Hi ! We are at the end of November ! I'm looking forward to episode 7 ! Best regards
Goggle Box (88 days ago)
Hey jeremy, is the standing platform spring loaded or is it fixed or even on a hinge with rubber dampeners for shock and vibration? It willbe so uncomforatable on a solid platform going a good speed.
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Christian von Delius (102 days ago)
Jeremy- Better add some guards for those leg shredders (the track bolts which face to the insides). And the windscreen better be hinged on the front, because as a parent, I know the most brutal thing is getting a kid in and out of any contraption. Trying to bend over AND fit a kid through a side window will get old in one time. I think spring shocks on the front lower windscreen hinge, with a cable actuated release button at the top of the windscreen ( maybe even with a cool silicone damper for that Pssschwoooshhhh opening delay/smoothness) -Christian
GMO (102 days ago)
@Matthew West Thanks for the suggestion, I did look at that and even that track seems more in the "intermediate" level with the exception of one or two presentations. It would be hard for me to justify attending even for one day to attend only one presentation. I have access to the software, so I guess I'll start using it and if I make enough progress between now (when I get some free time really) and then to get me to "intermediate" then I'll see about attending. Unless that happens I hope the last episode of the series is super cool and long to try and appreciate the end result. A recap of the entire concept/design/build including the challenges that had to be overcome would be great. Thus far we've only seen results but as we all know with projects like these there will be issues to address and we really haven't seen those in the episodes. Cheers!
Matthew West (102 days ago)
GMO - most of the people who attend SolidWorks World have been using the software for a while, so most of the sessions are targeted more in the "intermediate" range. You might consider checking out the Modeling Essentials track. There might be some sessions that are close to what you're looking for. https://solidworksworld.wingateweb.com/scheduler/catalog.do?searchDetail=103&categoryFilter=10044. If you're looking for something targeted more toward novice users, you might want to check with your reseller. Matt / SolidWorks
GMO (103 days ago)
Thanks for that link. I glanced at it but a session or training to familiarize new users (not necessarily new 3D modeling users but those not familiar with the software layout, menu, feature naming convention, etc.) with SolidWorks. I only saw more advanced sessions/presentation for those already familiar with the software. Did I miss it or is this not the event for that? Thanks.
Jeremy Luchini (104 days ago)
Registration has been live since August. You can link to the agenda and registration from this page: http://www.solidworks.com/sww/index.htm
GMO (104 days ago)
I just visited the SolidWorks World web site but there is no registration or schedule link yet. Will there be training offered at the event? I could justify my visit if I'm attending a training...
GMO (104 days ago)
@Jeremy, My point to Joseph was and is that this may not be the right forum for that topic. There are other venues to discuss that and other personal points of view and I thought that this forum was best kept to topic (SolidWorks, Design, the Stroller, etc.) it may not be advisable to open the forum to any topic, but that is my point of view only and by no means am trying to dictate what is allowed or not. You can delete my post and this one too if you so decide. On another note: I'm glad to hear that the project is done and I may just attend the event in SoCal just to see it.
Jeremy Luchini (105 days ago)
Hi GMO - We don't see any problem with Joseph's post, or any reason to remove it. We're happy to remove yours if you still like though.
Jeremy Luchini (105 days ago)
Thanks to a great team, the best software and my fantastic manufacturing partners, the world's first man-grade baby stroller prototype is complete. Like any cool hot rod, it's got the stand-out looks and a temperamental personality. Stay tuned for the unveil. See it up close at SolidWorks World 2012 in San Diego. - Jeremy
Dale Long (105 days ago)
Just found this site a couple hrs ago...LOVE IT!!! Others have made good suggestions like the deadman plate for operator. Also maybe consider clocking the front motor casing to get field bolts tucked under and clear up space for kiddie's footwell plate (maybe steel w/rolled holes and a plexi cover for washout. Agree about braking concerns but I think those type of golf cart axles have electric drum brakes (easy adaptation- make a 2nd brace bar behind the throttle pot. shaft that houses a thigh/knee activated brake pedal. couple of other ideas: flip-down and latchable side panels to minimize wind in kiddie's ears and consider using Braille "no-weight batteries (6 @ ~$175 for dual 36V motors is costly but you lose 350 lbs (longer ride time baby!) BTW...I've been working out details of a 4 wheeled version for my kids with a throttle stop. Keep this type of thing up...It really helps me teach my kids in pre-engineering classes good solid design and manufacturing principles.
GMO (106 days ago)
@Joseph Risenhoover, I can sympathize with your opinion as this is the view my wife shares and I know I'm not the right person to call you out on this but I don't think this forum is intended for these type of discussions. I actually disagree with your view of fire arms and kids but this is best left out of this forum in my opinion... So I suggest both your comment and mine be removed by the moderators...
GMO (106 days ago)
Great to see progress. I would go for the headset even if it is down in the poll. I will suggest the nerf gun blaster again but I can see the problem that was alluded to in the episode; collecting the darts. So I offer another suggestion that may be even better than the bubble nerf blaster, an AirZooka (with laser would be cooler); this would "shoot" like the nerf blaster and there will be no clean up and no bubble and/or solution mess either.
thomas bean (107 days ago)
if the headset is used, can it have built-in headphones so the kid can listen to music during the journey???
Danny (107 days ago)
I really think the headset needs to exist so that the child can communicate with the driver. The kid is going to be facing forward, away from the driver; it'll be almost impossible for the driver to hear anything being said short of the child screaming. The bubble blaster would be a nice show-off factor, since this is just a prototyping exercise and all. If it was actually going to be used, I'm just imagining the kid smashing the life out of a big red button while the dad wishes they'd stop hitting it constantly. I'd say do both; I can't imagine the headset taking much time, unless you're planning to design it from scratch.
J.C. (107 days ago)
When you do your last video, put a baby in the seat and see how they enjoy it!! and Jospeh is dead right (no pun intended) about the guns - no guns please.
Joseph Risenhoover (107 days ago)
As a parent who lives in an area where Real guns are a daily thing I have never been a fan of a child playing with a gun of any type. We have all seen the horrible stories about children playing with their parents guns and shooting or even killing the another child. I think the headphones hooked to any of the V-Tech products would be a much better idea as they can learn, listen to music or talk to the parent driving, if they need something. I have a 6 year old little girl and she knows if its a knife or gun looking item to come get an adult I dont think any type of weapon play or not is a good image for children to grow up with. They should see them as dangerous and something not to play with
Dallatorre G. (107 days ago)
You should put a harder spring at the back. Imagine to crawl up in a road, if you take a rock you may move a little back and then give stability problems. not for the buggy but for you, you may fall.
Derrick R. (108 days ago)
I think you would be going the right way with the bubble blaster, but i wonder if you couldnt do something like a gun turret or two the the kid could operate. Now obviously only a toddler could play with this, i have a hard time imagining an infant being able to shoot things lol. But they have toy guns that shoot little pellets that absorb water so they just burst into a little water splash on impact. No one gets hurt and you don't have to clean up. Or, if this would be too difficult, you could build a fake turret system that makes shooting sounds and talks to the kid like an aircraft pilot. That would be pretty sweet!
c. Hammerle (109 days ago)
What is proposed for turning?
C. Hammerle (109 days ago)
Just saw episode 6...my first. I must say that this project looks pretty SICK! Can I have it when its done? I just htought I'd throw a mention into the ring about track tension and alignment. It appears that when this buggy makes a turn yor track is going to come off due to the lack of guidance at the bogey wheels and track tension being too loose. I'd also add a couple of liquid drain holes in the seat....for Junior and rain water, not for beer spills. Rad project!!!!! Can't wait to see it move! Clint
Allen Harrington (110 days ago)
Jeremy, Safety, where the track goes over the sprockets needt finger/hand shield. And donot forget a "dead man" switch. bluehare@att.net
S. R (110 days ago)
hi jeremy, i write a dissertation about you show and i just wanted to know, if the show has got successfull yet? or did the viewer rate increase in the bast few months? thx
Nancy (110 days ago)
Are you kidding me???? The bubble blaster is winning.........bubbles are only fun for kids if they can run through them, not watch them pass by while they're sitting there. The pilot headset for sure, that way the kid can say go right, go left, go UP.......higher, FASTER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Jeremy Luchini (111 days ago)
Sam C. - brakes and cables are sourced (recycled) from the donor golf cart. No worries.
Jeremy Luchini (111 days ago)
Jason G - the plans are to ship the prototype to SolidWorks World 2012 in San Diego. Glad you like the concept. It took me a few days at the beginning of all this to think about how we could go a completely different (and fun) direction, yet still be able to show you some classic mechanical design challenges and how SolidWorks helps you out at every turn. I am spending every waking moment wrenching on it so we have a great unveil for you guys. Wish us luck. - Jeremy
J. C. (111 days ago)
Ya know the way you try and put a pair of sun glasses on a kid, and they stay on for about 10 seconds?? hate to think of a nice expensive helmet being chucked out and wrecked. awesome project, the concept is soo cool and the power of solidworks is breathtaking. glad im not funding it.
BJ (112 days ago)
Will th standing platform be spring loaded or a fixed, for comfort?
BJ (112 days ago)
Insain, never sen anything like it before. willl keep watching.
Mike (112 days ago)
I do not know too many 3 year olds that can sport a helmet without having a canary?:)
Gush (112 days ago)
Bubble blaster with swivel for baby protection in cs of dog attacks and stormy weather have to encapsulate for lightening protection if nothing more :) Swivel that baby and operator should be sitting down and harnessed as well????
Charlie (112 days ago)
Of course you're tank tracks are very unstable and looks like they could derail my concern on the comment is how are you going to drive or steer and by welding your Spidey Gears together that allows one side to drive in the other side to spend free. Your concept on headset and bubble maker (use both) my concept was hydrostatic and rubber tracks I honestly think you would've saved money and alleviated a lot of problems less moving parts more functioning parts. Can't wait to see the final project prototyping is amazing with new software, having a design and today the idea, live on paper. your next project should come from someone on your web design and it would be cool to bring something to life from somebody on your websight design by Charlie created by Charlie anybody else.
Josh (112 days ago)
Where can I get that manikin model?
Sam C. (112 days ago)
Where's the brakes? i haven't seen anything resembling brakes. Especially even just locking brake (e-brake) to prevent unintended rolling lets say on a hill? and if its a motor braking system (like a CNC) seems like a waste of energy (electricity) to lock the motor all the time.
Jason G (112 days ago)
This is turning out pretty awesome! What do you guys do with it when it's all complete (i.e. take it to trade shows, or do you have a raffle at the company Christmas party where some lucky SolidWorks employee gets to take it home)? So I like the pilot's helmet -- my kids hate wearing helmets for more than a few minutes, but the bubble blasters always seem to stop working after a while (you start getting an oozy mess of soap all around the opening). Plus the helmet could have some exciting music playing in the background (Top Gun theme song for example). One last note. As a parent, I absolutely despise stroller makers for one reason -- the handle height isn't adjustable. Being over 6 foot means you have to bend over, making the trip uncomfortable. Could you put something on the handlebars to help them move up and down? Thanks, and good luck on the final touches!
Duan (112 days ago)
I'm all about the headest. It can adjust in size as the kid grows as well as adjust the mic boom. A Bubble blaster would be "fun", but in my experience they don't last very long. Further, it's something more cumbersome to add to the design and more of an effort to install and maintain. With audio jacks in the cockpit, the headset can be replaced and upgraded easily.
Jerald S. (112 days ago)
The headset sounds like a great idea. A full on helmet would be necessary but maybe advisable with the number of Dads trying to show off to their wives. You may want it to be water resistant because both the mud and water coming around the partial windshield or the kid tossing their cookies would ruin the equipment.
Chas (113 days ago)
The fact that the child will grow will make settling on a size of pilot helmet rather difficult - just consider the size range of cycle helmets; therefore the Bubble Blaster is the obvious choice.
Alberto (114 days ago)
How can i download about solidwork software free only?
MarkT (115 days ago)
It would seem that you will have tread slack issues from your front and rear drive sprockets. your front drive sprocket will slack between it self and the first road wheel while the rear will slack the whole upper track.
Sebastian (117 days ago)
you need to use the hard rubber because the spray will just peel of straight away. your thought?
nawaf (118 days ago)
You can view either by using Solidworks or by CAD viewers like solidview (www.solidview.com)
Anthony Parker (119 days ago)
I try to download file so I can see what was done, will not download. Do I need a program to open files?
Chris H (119 days ago)
You can't burn Durable Coating. Sounds strange. Burn rubber baby!!!
Tony G. (119 days ago)
Rubber bolt on traction is a must. I can see you scraping off the coated material after awhile (Especially on those pesky mail boxes!!!) Track system does look like it will need a closer look if you want to maximize your traction potential. This is by far the coolest concept I have seen in a long time!!!!
David R. (124 days ago)
Jerome had a good point about the hard rubber needing a more porous surface to adhere to. We have found that if the aluminum is hard anodized, it will help in the adhesion properties. Having grandbabies, this is an awesome build. Keep up the great work. My grandson would have preferred a gas engine, he likes noise.
dylan reed (125 days ago)
yea tank tracks will be noisy, so a rubberized coating would be a good idea. but it also seems that the tank tracks are too unstable.. they need more support in the middle
Blair H. (125 days ago)
I just remembered, this thing is starting to look like the remote controlled soda machine that Jamie from Mythbusters made for a commercial. It shot cans of soda out the hole you grab your soda from. Can't find the video but that thing was awesome.
nawaf (126 days ago)
waiting for episode 6!
Trib (126 days ago)
Noise factor on concrete vs dirt- ground. Baby will notice.
Rod (126 days ago)
I didn't see it in the control description, but don't forget the deadman switch for the driver. No fun seeing baby and carriage careening down the street without you. You could integrate a pressure switch into the operator tread plate. The truck bed liner product would be good for the operator tread plate. Nice and non-skid.
DT (126 days ago)
We don't want the handle bars to be unbalanced, iPod on one side and drink holder on the other side.
Nawaf (127 days ago)
An iphone holder on the handle bar would be nice! It will bring GPS/Various apps to our buggy!
Max (128 days ago)
Hi, the baby watch the way or his daddy ? thanks for this project ! Cool !
Patrick (131 days ago)
Very cool. One comment, the trends need an idler pulley on the top. The reason when you tested the trends they bounced up and down rapidly. This will cause unwanted noise and be unsightly.
BOON (131 days ago)
Use the coating spray because it can easily be re-applied at any point.
susan (132 days ago)
hey, add some lights , front lights,, for winters
Rahul (132 days ago)
Sir,may I know what Durable Coating Spray we will used. The spary is made of which liquids??
Jerome Demers (132 days ago)
I voted the Durable coating spray because I want to see the end result! I have a hard time believing how it will perform. The hard rubber soles is very obvious and the best solution. With the total weight, torque and friction, the coating will peel off immediately! You will definitively need more then a porous surface on the aluminum track. What are your thoughts?
Max Prod Safety (133 days ago)
but will it mee tthe safety requirments in the ASTM International Standard for strollers?
weaponrey (133 days ago)
So thats how it will turn nice......
weaponrey (133 days ago)
hi jeremy, can help but notice on how you would steer the buggy. the drive train can from a golf cart using wheels right. the controls should be like a tank which stops/reverses one track to turn. Does the drive train have the same controls? because i think it doesnt.
Jeremy Luchini (133 days ago)
Guys, thanks so much for the comments. I have been burning the midnight oil trying to get ready for Episode 6: Suspension and Cockpit designs. I also caught up on great episodes of Howe and Howe and their RipSaw design (these guys are using SW!) And also a great (man-grade) show about Barrett if you guys like high powered military rifle design (they are also using SW!) To Jason G - Great feedback and advice on adjustable foot hold/grip tape/surfboard traction pad. To Jerald S. - thanks for the insight on the truck liner, that is surprising to hear. You should track down the vendor on that one. I've seen applications that are definitely thick enough not to get scraped off down to the original metal. To Gush - if I make studs on the tracks, it'll save me time countersinking the bolts through the rubber. we'll see when things come down to the wire if I have to cheat on the build and leave the cap screw heads exposed on top of the track rubber. To Charlie/Rich F. - i looked at all the options for full rubber tracks (excavators, snowmobiles, bolt on tracks for 4x4 jeeps axles) and things just didn't feel right for what I envisioned. Pricing wasn't great either. Everyone here in the office who has laid eyes on the custom metal links/track shoes is pulled in and interested. It's definitely the eyecatcher, even if we incurred some shop costs. it was worth it. No one can ever say we took a lazy route and just bought a track/suspension setup. It was the key area for me where I wanted to challenge myself and try something fresh. To Qris - suspension design is coming next episode....without it, we're in trouble, as you know. To Soumyajit - Glad you like the track sneak peak. Suspension is on the way, Kill switch as well. Noise levels I might cheat on and put some ear plugs in for our little passenger. We'll know better once the rubber traction surface is added to the aluminum shoe plates. To Joseph R. - You sound like a great guy. Glad to see you enjoy helping people. That is what life is all about. What kinds of items/accessories have you included on your wheel chair? Did you watch our episodes on the Ult. CAD Chair project. We ended up putting a remote switching system built right into the armrests, still one of the coolest things I've ever imagined doing. I want to build switches into pretty much every project I ever do from now on. My wife might come home one day to see that our couch has a new toggle switch array for controlling the entire living room. To Keith V. - thanks for serving in the Army! I watched the assembly of those rubber track pieces like you were describing on that design documentary I watched on the M1 Abrams. Very cool, and very straightforward. To Dontbeleiveit - I am very low on price for something this radical. The used golf carts have saved me and their components still delivery the impact and performance I was going for. If I bought new axles/diffs/batteries/computers - we'd be way over the top in price. It feels good to recycle. To Gmo - thanks for the comments, we will definitely be sticking a full fender between the baby cockpit and the tracks to ensure no moving parts are within reach of moving limbs. Plus the kid will be tucked in with a 5-point harness to keep containment. To Blair H. - totally agree! old and new army tanks can teach us pretty much everything we need. And we're only going 10mph. I was surprised how fast a modern tank can travel (just Amazing engineering)
Rich Pauza (133 days ago)
Rubber based Shoes for sure - Call Puma & Nike MAYBE they Can Help you out. Stainless for the fenders - how can Poly Carb be more Eco friendly than SS....?????
Don B. (133 days ago)
I have to agree with Jerald regarding the rubber soles. First off, they are more easily replaceable and you can configure the sole pattern based on the type of environment that the cart will be operated.
Rich F. (133 days ago)
Read about your project in latest Machine Design and just finished viewing your work online. The question I have is why did you make your own tread as opposed to having a custom rubber track made?
Blair H. (134 days ago)
Rubber treads are definitely the way to go. Just like the tires on your car, eventually they will wear down and need to be replaced. Hey, if they worked on some old army tanks why not use them here.
Stig (134 days ago)
If you look way back to the end of Episode 2, you see the bolt on rubber bits for the tracks - looks pretty cool.
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Gmo (139 days ago)
Hurray!!! making progress, great work. One quick note: the inside of the thread guards should not have any way in which the baby (I know this may be used with a real baby but...) can stick his/her foot in anywhere near the tracks. The current design looks great but I think that there is a potential for bodily injury/limb amputation if the baby decides to sit with legs spread out as babies sometimes do and comes in contact with the tracks; these seem to move up/down a bit too much when in operation. Perhaps modeling the track with the worse case scenario for slack would be a good guide for the guards final design.
Joseph Risenhoover (139 days ago)
When mentioning the rubber tracks the other day in my comment I forgot to say that we sipe our vehicle tires for improved traction and cooling in the summer, I said to put rubber track pads but "SIPED" rubber track-pads this will provide MUCH more traction then just a normal rubber tracks. We have tried this on our wheelchair hard rubber tires and it works like mad. Alot of the things you need for this project are already programed into my Quantum 6000z wheelchair, as when it hits an obsticle the front 2 wheels and attached arms raise about 7 inches so you can go up on a curb without the wheelchair ramp. The only problems with that is you dont get enough traction to get up on the sidewalk since the drivewheels do not have enough traction to "Grab" the curb and get the wheelchair up on the sidewalk.
Dontbeleiveit (142 days ago)
that must be quite some wheelchair that Joseph Risenhoover has!!!! 30,000 Bucks!!!???? Man alive! hey Jeremy - this HRBB better not be anywhere near that sorta cash!! BTW a update on the actual costs would be interesting, since this is actually going to be a proper prototype.
Giulio (142 days ago)
Those tracks seems too smooth, it won't climb over step surfaces. it need something for make the friction coefficient greather than 1 (theorically) as fins or spaces in the tracks BTW I think it's good enought as it is and solar panel are too expensive, much more tahn the economy on energy consuption that they take to your vehicle.
Keith VanDyke (144 days ago)
I know the tracked vehicles that I drove in the Army har what they called "Road Pads" that were hard rubber pads that bolted to each tread plates. They worked great at both protecting the tread plates & hard surfaces that you would drive on. Also the rubber gives some traction.
Joseph Risenhoover (144 days ago)
I ride in a 30 thousand dollar wheelchair I know how hard the rubber tires are to the rider. Unless you can find a weather proof type soft rubber you are gonna be in a bind, to hard in the winter and too soft in the summer. I love the idea of Solar panels I am working on a simular type project for my wheelchair and its accessories. I would love to be in this hands on I design things all the time for people in wheelchairs so they can take off the shelf items and do the same things to their chairs that the rich can just for a small percent of the cost
soumyajit india (144 days ago)
seeing the tank treads running is quite an experience... but have you thought about the noise signatures which will occur while driving on pavement or gravel???... it can easily disturb the baby's sleep. and even make it afraid.... according to your design the tank treads are working properly. but it needs more wheels in the middle to keep a stable ride surface... if you look at tank treads, you will notice it has a tread design which allows for higher angle of attack to the surface than the vehicle. this 'present' design can have challenges climbing onto the side walk from the road and also descending onto the road from the sidewalk.... and if all the buggy makes it, it is going to put the baby in harms way... by the design of the buggy the baby is strapped to the vehicle where as the driver is holding on.... so please insert a " Fall-off kill switch" into the system.... best of luck, and good job so far :)
Qris (145 days ago)
you need to add some suspension to this buggy. Vibration is damped out in most buggies through rubber wheels or a suspended seat. The last thing you want is neighbors reporting you to the police for shaken baby syndrome. Every crack in the sidewalk could become quite jarring.
Charlie (145 days ago)
I suggest you to use a hydrostatic type drive after your demo do you believe you going to have the power to move this. The tracks could've been rubber from the beginning prototyping is about cost what is the cost of this investment. also your battery supply how long is your battery life estimated its possible to use a electric hydrostatic motor of course you're going to lose speed.
Gush (145 days ago)
I agree with the rubber but will definitely need studs for cold weather ice/snow every other link would do fine even third or fourth for ice etc. and make them removable for spring/ summer fall use slip on with end clips to hold fast and tight on the track
vanderknot (145 days ago)
I agree with Marco (Italy), regarding the solar panels for the roof, but I sugest that the stroller has a dock which has the solar panels fixed so they can get the sun light all day long, then recharge the stroller batteries when you como back home. I really like the design Jeremy made, I vote for the coating also because I think the impact for the environment would be less than rubber soles. I still think the batteries are over weighted, this makes you think "oh, I'm gonna need a special elevator installed on my car to take this stroller to my parent's???" Great work!!!
BushDog (146 days ago)
Bolt on rubber track pads are the only way to go... just like the US Military tanks. When the rubber track pad is worn, un-bolt, replace, drive on!! The spray on rubber coating will not last at all...
Jerald S. (146 days ago)
Jeremy I've got a spray in liner on my truck. It works great for placing static items in it, but if you were to drag a piece of plywood out of the back on its edge it would rub through to the base metal. I think the rubber soles is where it's at. The spray in liner can also be quite slippery with the smallest amount of moisture. I'd plan on off-roading it... Treads on the rubber soles win again.
Jason G (146 days ago)
I think the spray on tread is clever (great for fast and easy to repair installation), but I think the hard rubber soles will provide slightly better performance on rocky terrain. By the way, since I want to take mine off road on some slightly bumpy trails, we may want to put an adjustable foot hold on the daddy/parent platform to keep me from flying off, maybe some grip tape too...(X-Games, here I come).
Jeremy Luchini (146 days ago)
Hi K, we'll see how the vote goes......let's let some truck owners weigh in. I have never seen sprayed truckcoating wear down....that stuff really sticks to the metal.....(and in our case, we might find that it holds up just as well on asphalt and trails....) I just watched a documentary on the M1 Abrams tank and those guys use a combination fo steel plates and rubber shoes for their tracks. It would be pretty hilarious to pull up on this stroller next to a tank.....we could have a race. - Jeremy
Jeremy Luchini (146 days ago)
Hi DJ, thanks for the comments, you'll see the cockpit design for the kid on the next episode. I had to let the audience vote on preference before unveiling the design. Which turns out, will be f-16 fighter cockpit inspired. Right now its all about the caterpillar tracks. Shirts are made every year for SWWorld. - Jeremy
DeeJayen (146 days ago)
Truck bed liner or hard rubber? Let's see, how about you design a space for the intended passenger to occupy before worrying about those details? I love this series, even if it's just a drawn out commercial for Solidworks (I'm a CSWP by the way, where did you get that shirt??), but what are we designing here? A baby buggy or an overblown scooter?
K (147 days ago)
If you go with a bolt on rubber sole it allows for replacement. Having the durable coating redone would be a problem. You could also make different grip options for street and dirt.
Val (150 days ago)
A solution for the batteries can be to rent them, no need to buy lithium ion for just one use in this project. That been said I have no idea where to rent them.
Ashish Wadekar (153 days ago)
Jeremy you should surely go ahead with the convertible top. The design will be better for mainting the cart in all seasonal changes. Also the there is a lot freedom for material usage in convertible top and even some fusion/blending of different materials can yield a fantastic result. Kudos for the project success till now.
John Galt (161 days ago)
Cool. Now do I think it will work? Motor and gearbox sizing is likely to be an issue with all of the additional friction from your tread drive and what must be a ridiculously heavy steel chassis. My advice is to start making plans for a second drive motor and more batteries to be added later just in case the losses are higher than you anticipated. All "show and no go" will be a huge let down to your audience.
Rich Pauza (161 days ago)
That was a pretty good episode..! You made a Major no - MAJOR Important Statement - Designers & Engineers NEED to visit & talk with their fabricators - their welders & their machinist. The Solid Works User HAS TO UNDERSTAND the limits of the equipment & personal you will work with - Their SKILLS & Machinery has to match the design - it all has to sinc together. What good is a design that you can not build....? It is the difference between a model / drawing that correctly communicates the design to everyone involved and a concept cartoon. No fabricators - machinists or welders wants to work with cartoons. Rich Pauza - Designer, Fabricator & Artisan - ( and Fellow SW user )
Harley (162 days ago)
Jeremy, What tablet are you using during your shop tour in episode 4? Is SW running on it?
bhavik (163 days ago)
m also making some thing like convertible roof...bit m=not a buggy but an e- bike...
Chopperspares (165 days ago)
The golf cart shops want 2 arms and your first born for batteries. Have you looked into see if your town has one of those "we buy battery" shops. They sell batteries also. You can get 6 volt for about 30 bucks cheaper without the sticker. Some robot guys did a project like this using automotive batteries. When the juice got low they cranked up an onboard 2.5 HP Honda custom generator. Thye made it on a VF2 and it came out really sharp. Nothing says the HRBB can't be hybrid. Here's a thought for funding current and future LGD projects- threads. There's plenty of Mastercam and Haas shirts in our shop, but no Solidworks. Everyone loves a good Beefy-T. It would complete the lineup of the big 3 plus spread the word and help out LGD.
Stig (169 days ago)
Way to go Jeremy! Li-ion is the way to go! the only battery worth talking about these days. the only issue is .....££££££££££££££££££££££££££££££££££££££££
Jeremy Luchini (174 days ago)
While I was away, the team stepped up to rip apart the second golf cart axle and all the electronics. We tied the systems together in the studio yesterday and everyone is already getting pretty excited to see this project on the streets. The metal tracks definitely gain all the attention. I think the guys are already working on a solution to increase the sitting area for the baby, so that full size adults can go for a ride on this rollercoaster as well (while their buddy drives it) Currently the big thing is the batteries. High costs are keeping things interesting to say the least. We really don't want to use the heavy lead-acids we have from the golf cart, but I am not prepared to blow the budget on a lithium pack system just yet......we'll see.....I still have some calls and negotiating to do....
Jeremy Luchini (174 days ago)
Huge thanks to Jeff at E.T. Duval Metal Fabrication. There are a couple of other machines that we filmed that didn't make the final edit....but these guys do it all. You should see and hear the brake press. It's thunderous. Maybe I can get the production team to release some quick clips for you guys.
Jeremy Luchini (174 days ago)
Stig, I am not done with the aluminum track pieces yet. It is just the foundation. I will end up surfacing the shoeplates, either with a durable coating, similar to truck bed liners, or possibly a hard rubber spike setup, like an soccer athlete's shoe.....both options won't tear up the sidewalk like that bare aluminum I have currently.... Cheers. - Jeremy
Steve Calvert (175 days ago)
It's hot here in Texas so I'd rather see a convertible top because I'm afraid the baby would fry under a cockpit cover.
Mike (185 days ago)
Definitely compelling ideas baby could get hot in summer cold in winter perhaps a / an overhanging capsule separate and apart from main cockpit swing arm perhaps to allow clearance and easily adjusted by operator with wheel or straight arm control to facilitate 360 degree positioning from center point.Small hvac system with 3-10 volt modulation with pid loop loop feedback for comfort and self tinting poly carb for those extreme days cooling the area with eutectic cooling and heating resistive element along with fan to extend battery life. Wireless controllers of course multi positioning on (lets call it the cradle capsule?) Swivel tilt oscillate as well!
babyjebus123 (186 days ago)
fighter plane for sure convertible would be to dangerous and iffy..
Stig (187 days ago)
Jeremy - the Aluminum tank tracks LOOK great - but will they really work?? they will be LOUD and also aluminum will wear out very fast on a tarmac sidewalk. i think it should be rubber tracks, like on a mini digger? only a suggestion, but you can get tiny little diggers that fit thru house doors and stuff, and their little tracks would probably bolt straight on to your project - save time and money. the good side of your tracks is that you could replace seperate parts without replacing the whole track. still a great and informative program and the waterjet machine in action very interesting.
Mike (187 days ago)
Looks good fighter cockpit gunfighter shift on the fly
CHERIF (188 days ago)
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Cory (188 days ago)
I voted for the "Sports car convertible top" as it will allow quicker access to the baby, as well as free air flow as opposed to a cockpit setup. To provide the airflow in a closed cockpit style will add a substantial amount of hardware for climate control. Awesome use of the weldments in this episode. Maybe it will inspire a few more people to learn how powerful a tool it can be.
buildum (191 days ago)
i wonder when Jeremy is going to swallow the bitter pill of humility and accept that the golf cart axle is not the right thing for this project.
Chopperspares (193 days ago)
I started a project like this before I found LGD. I wanted something that I could design that I could pull my nephew around in the yard or at the park. A buddy was getting rid of a power chair that had a bad electronic speed controller. The intent was to replace the ESC with a remote control ESC that is readily found on the robot sites. Both opposing motors are capable of moving a 300 lb adult in any direction. It uses 2 twelve volt deep cycle batteries about the size of a lawn mower battery. By removing the chair it made the tug very small and easy to move. It should be intresting to see how the team plans to make the proposed opposing golf cart axel functional. My golf cart has a manual polarity reversing switch that puts the cart in reverse. In theory both motors on the HRBB will require their own ESC and reverse circuts for steering. It's challenging, but not impossible. Six 6 volt abtteries are required for most carts. Is the HRBB going to have 12 batteries to operate both motors ? If so this is going to be quite heavy. It may be to late, but I thought the power chair chasis might be a lighter, easier design alternative. The track design has started for mine after watching LGD.
Jeremy Luchini (195 days ago)
Hi GMO, Thanks for your comments and sharing your ideas with us. We certainly value your input – the comment about the polycarbonate fenders is a great one. Definitely worthy of “post of the week which will be updated tomorrow. As for the lead time between episodes, we hear you. The summertime has been a bit slower because of vacation schedules. Our next episode – which is about weldments and the chassis design – will be going live end of next week. Definitely check back for that and keep the ideas flowing.
Pommey (196 days ago)
i think in the current climate of things, this should have bulletproof glass cockpit. possibly RPG launchers for emergency retalliation requirements. Tracks would need to be bomb proof aswell. Long range fuel tank and emergency provisions are a must have. Panic alarm. Built in water cannon. Remember - we must move with the times.
Julie (196 days ago)
Re Tudors "post of the week" how does he actually think this would be acheived?? where does he get his statistic that the air is more polluted lower to the ground than it is at our height???? does he intend a 20ft ventilation periscope sticking out the top of the buggy or what???? erm - cool idea. (not)
Gmo (196 days ago)
Hey!!! the post of the week this week is from ~73 days back. There have only been 3 posts this week and mine was the lengthiest. I want to be post of the week :( (I could play the whinny baby in the final episode) LOL All Kidding aside, I think people are loosing interest on this project, not that it is not interesting because it is but the lead time is now taking its toll... And now for my technical input (maybe I make the post of the week if no one else smarter than me chimes in this next week)... The polycarbonate seems the obvious choice as the voters have voted due to the fact that it will be an uninterrupted shield to save the child and parent from small rocks and twigs while doing some off-road baby pacification. The other two choices would require additional protection from such debris that is small enough to traverse the shields plane from hitting the vehicle's passengers. (how does that sound???)
Swagger (196 days ago)
Hey! Awesome show. How did you have the track move like that at 4:00. I am designing a conveyor system and could use the same technique. Thanks!
Jeremy Luchini (201 days ago)
Hey GMO, don't worry...we haven't forgotten about you and all the other fans. It's summertime here in Massachusetts and like most folks here at SolidWorks, the team and I have been heading out on vacation. But episode #4 is currently in the works, and we'll have it out pretty soon. In the meantime, we've posted a few interviews with some of the other team members on our YouTube channel. Check 'em out and let us know what you think. http://www.youtube.com/letsgodesign
Terence (203 days ago)
Looking forward to episode 4.....
Gmo (203 days ago)
Episode 4, Episode 4, Episode 4... Let's rally... What do we want: (Everybody "Episode 4") When do we want it: (Everybody: "NOW")... LOL I stopped checking for a while thinking that this series would be done when I checked back but... Sorry guys/gals for being impatient but I want to see the Nerf Blaster and hear Wolf Whistle sound effects in action.
Jan van Leeuwen (204 days ago)
Hi Seb, To obtain a single body you can use the combine feature and so combine multiple bodies into one. To obtain a part you can save an assembly as a part first and then combine the bodies in that new part. You can then use SimulationXpress. Also you can add a simulation configuration in your part file and do the combine there and add features using convert entities to glue holes etcetera and add welds as additional features. Note: You can use above tricks only when you are able to judge whether the FEM result you get is in accordance with the loads and restraints acting in real life.
Stephen Endersby (205 days ago)
Hi Seb, SimulationXpress is only capable of analyzing single bodies or single parts with simple loads and restraints. To analyze more complex situations you need to use the full version of simulation. Best Regards, Stephen Stephen Endersby SW Simulation Product Manager
Seb (208 days ago)
With cosmosXpress, can I used multiple bodies to do FEM study. I drew with 3D curves and used mecano-welded to got profiles. Thanks!
Bill McG (213 days ago)
Do you have a video that shows how you did the tracks and set up all the mates for the baby buggy? I do work with custom chain links from time to time and it becomes a pain with the method I use. Was wondering how you guys did it. Thanks
Erik (216 days ago)
Why not vacuum formed ABS for fenders? It's cheap and easy.
Tim Fries (219 days ago)
Hey Jerry, The scanner produces a point cloud file that needs to be brought into a manipulation software such as RapidForm or Geomagic...these can triangulate the points into a closed mesh which then can be output as a STL or will allow you to model to the mesh so you can actually end up with a 3d model file like STEP, Parasolid, IGES.
Charlie (220 days ago)
Drive unit is wrong sorry you should be using a hydrostatic transmission so you have followed reverse breaks this eliminates a lot of production work also a hydrostatic transmission will give you more mobility one wheel can go forward one wheel can go backwards this will allow you to turn on a dime the concept of your buggy should be gasoline of course the safety of electric can be used by your running time will be short. Concept on the tracks I like the tracks will allow you to move over any terrain also will be stable. The design should be used from a wright standard lawn mower these parts are all you need add the tracks you we'll design will bolt right on.
Jeremy Luchini (220 days ago)
Hey 'honestly' - This vehicle is not going to cost any more than an ATV or go kart. I promise. The technologies you are seeing on this series, vary in price. Our partners could give you a better idea than me. If you want to watch a video on how to build a 50 dollar, man-grade baby cart.....I'm sure someone tried on youtube. Cheers.
Jeremy Luchini (220 days ago)
Hi Frank, The way to get the links to follow the track is to mate a point on the sketch to a zero thickness surface that represents the path. Make sure to use a fitspline approach, so the underlying surface sketch has only 1 sketch line entity....not a number of lines and arcs.
Honestly (221 days ago)
How much did it cost to RP those parts? probably several hundred dollars per part. This project is ridiculous, you are recycling a drivetrain that is not suitable for a tread drive due to the fact that there should be 2 motors or a controllable differential. How many thousands of dollars are you planning on spending on this baby cart? REALITY CHECK nobodys got the dough these days bub.
Jeremy Luchini (222 days ago)
Boitumelo, the best place to get SolidWorks help online is the SolidWorks forums https://forum.solidworks.com
Jeremy Luchini (222 days ago)
Hey Jerry, according to the Konica website, the scanner outputs .stl files
Boitumelo Tshaka (223 days ago)
Can i get some help:how 2 assemble partz
Frank (224 days ago)
Do you have tutorial to show how to make the treads and assembly of treads to follow a path?
Jerry (227 days ago)
What type of file does the scanner being used (Konica Minolta Range 7) produce?
Jan (231 days ago)
Hi Jeremy, Oscar's comment about the golf kart differential made me think about braking the tracks independently from each other in order to be able to steer the buggy. Is that possible with the golf kart axle you have? Since a differential is adding up speeds it might be a rough steering method because braking one track makes the other track run twice as fast with same motor rpm !
Carlos Alexandre (236 days ago)
que demais isso sim eh projeto
Tim Fries (239 days ago)
The scanner being used is a Konica Minolta Range 7.
Martijn (241 days ago)
What kind of scanner are you using in episode 3?
Michael P (241 days ago)
I feel with my experiance with lasers the proximity to the scan would deligate the accuracy of the scan due to laser width? Is this not true?
Michael P (241 days ago)
Just steer it with a two pedal braking system and a hand throttle control would be the easiest way to charm this baby like a D9 Cat with a pony motor 1957 series??
Michael P (241 days ago)
Before we go too far with the rim, definetlt make the rim conical from the hub to the outside of the rim to shed water, slush etc otherwise it will load up with debris and iceing can occur, also a rradial step would increase strength to repel torque distortion under severe conditions where it will really be necessary just a thought? Michael
Caleb G (242 days ago)
I think the Frame/Baby Cockpit might just require a seatbelt for the baby. I'm thinking something like a small version of the five point racing harness they use in stock car racing and rock crawler compettitions.
Jim at Konica Minolta (242 days ago)
The accuracy specification on the Range7 3D scanner is 40 microns. However, Konica Minolta’s policy is to double our accuracy specification on all of our quality control instruments. This is because we assume that many people will not be using the instrument under ideal conditions. This is not so good for our product marketing, but it is good because even a sloppy user in bad conditions can measure to 40 micron accuracy. Any trained operator can easily achieve 20 micron accuracy. The Range7 has undergone many in-house tests, 3rd party tests and gage r&r’s. All of which prove the instrument to be able to scan with 20 micron accuracy. This is true for every instrument we deliver. I have a test in mind where 10 Range7 each measured a traceable standard ball bar positioned in 10 different positions. (100 measurements total) All 100 scans measured the ball bar with +/- 20 microns. Also, the accuracy of the Range7 is volumetric. We have done tests on smaller objects, like the size of a cell phone, where we have proven that the Range7 measures repeatedly within +/- 13 microns accuracy.
Tim Fries (242 days ago)
Hi Scanner Guy. My contact at Konica (also the person who trained me on using the scanner) told me that they conservatively list the accuracy of the Range 7 as 40 microns on their website, but that they frequently see scanner ball test measurements of 15 to 20 microns. My statements in the video are based on those conversations. If you’re interested in speaking with my contact at Konica, let me know and I’ll put you in touch directly.
Jason G (243 days ago)
I don't know...The polycarbonate is cool. Probably the best option of the three. It has good impact resistance and would be cool to see the tracks; but when I take my kids off-roading the rocks and sagebrush might scratch it up to the point that it no longer looks awesome. I guess with some care you could buff it up with an auto-headlight repair kit. (By the way, if polycarbonate does win, don't forget to have some glowing LEDs underneath for a randomly awesome effect).
Jeremy Luchini (243 days ago)
Hi Oscar, if you don't have access to these kinds of machines, you can think about sending files to companies that will do a scan or create a 3dprint as a service. Costs are not bad at all.
Danny (243 days ago)
Sheet metal might get awfully hot if you're cruising around on a sunny day. If you go with the translucent fenders you should make them easy to take off & clean... just in case you take the baby out muddin
scanner guy (243 days ago)
Your Solidworks reseller Tim, might need more training with the equipment he uses. The Konica Minolta Range 7 he uses in episode3 is accurate to 40 micron not 20. And this is in a climate controlled lab not a large warehouse.
Oscar (244 days ago)
Hi Jeremy! Just watched this new episode and I can't envy you more than I do right know. You have all those fancy laser scanners and 3d printers... damn you! LOL. Talking about the steering, how are you planning to actually steer this tracked vehicle? As far as I know, when you want to steer such a vehicle, each track has to move at a different speed and even at a different direction. Going with a diferential won't let you do this, am I right? Unless, of course, you're planning to add a steering wheel at the back/front. Please add those uber cool tracks to the project files! (Or at least post a detailed how-to ;) ). BTW, I go with joysticks, they make you look way cooler than a handlebar.
K (244 days ago)
I think you should build storage "toolboxes" into the fenders.
Phil (244 days ago)
I think the bodywork on the stroller should be customisable. Maybe use something like blackboard paint (if rigid) so the child/owner can write/draw on it, maybe one day pretend theyre racing in Formula 1 and draw and number and sponsorship on the side. Another day it might be a space shuttle...
Jeremy Luchini (245 days ago)
First day of summer = full day visiting vendors. I picked up a second golf cart axle for the powertrain today and scoped out the shop that may provide custom chassis fabrication. The next episode is also ready to go this week....and delivers plenty of technical snapshots of the advances we are making with this prototype......hope you all like it....keep your comments coming,.... there is still time to offer up suggestions for cool components and features.
PHSmith (249 days ago)
"You say what tracked vehicles use handle bars?!" If I remember correctly, from the military channel, the german leopard II uses a small handle bar for the driver.
Dwayne (251 days ago)
You could design it with a tilting operator stand. The user would have to lean to the left or right to turn it. In conjunction, a single joystick to control throttle and brakes. It could be like an RC car transmitter, push the stick forward to go, and pull it back for brakes.
Stig (252 days ago)
Ok Dad - (ie Jeremy C) i agree with you. people can vote for whatever they want, its all about innovation is true.
Jeremy Clarkson (252 days ago)
Stig, I had a similar 'go kart' with the 'joystick' steering, mine was rear wheel steering which was great fun! If you comment about joysticks then it hammers it into peoples head so they may go with what others feel. You say what tracked vehicles use handle bars?! Almost justifying your idea to use joysticks... This is all about design, fun and possibly innovation, so when is there a better time to do something different and use say, handlebars? Please note, I'm not trying to get people to vote handlebars incase thats what I want or joysticks because someone else would like that. Vote for what YOU want to see.
Stig (252 days ago)
I remember when i was a kid, we had a go kart with 'joysticks' to control the steering - you peddled with your feet and had two control levers at your side to steer with. great fun and EASY. so i dont think we can say joysticks are two complicated for the average IQ dad. Can you think of any tracked vechiles with handlebar controls? i cant. i dont want to affect peoples voting - just expressing my views.
Rick (252 days ago)
If you used a old idea of split tracks, replacing each wheel on the quad with a triangle track that is independently driven, like some designs for turning four wheel drive pickups into track drives, you could have four wheel independent suspension. this would solve two problems, the complexity of steering with the handlebar and also the rough ride. Best of both worlds. If you want to go with the track design I would use the two hand joystick because that is more intuitive once you get used to it to control. push both forward to go forward, pull back to go in reverse. Move one to turn. Just like controlling a CAT. This would preserve the turning radius. How far you push them controls the speed.
Doug D (252 days ago)
I think a single joystick might be a better idea than a twin stick.
Jason G (253 days ago)
For the Frame/Baby Cockpit, I'm thinking lightweight roll-cage -- say filament-wound carbon fiber tubes. The cockpit needs to be baby friendly, so I agree with the comment that mentioned a Nerf gun. Let's get a little extreme here too. If your going off road, the baby might lose a toy, bottle, or even their lunch if you are tilting side-to-side quite often. So how about a gyroscopic cockpit to keep the baby from rocking back and forth (I'm thinking of an idea similar to the spill-proof baby bowels: Google search the Gyro Bowl).
Ralph (253 days ago)
Joysticks are a neat idea but most users would be confused by them; consider how many people that own multiple speed bikes but don't know the first thing about how to shift them or why. As far as the cockpit is concerned its design should rotate around a hub on each side allowing it to rock back and forth. The rocking motion is not only soothing for the baby but will transfer some of the motion from rolliing over various terrain and obstacles reducing impact to the child and as an added bonus it turns into a carnival ride.
Aviv (255 days ago)
outrageous!
PHSmith (255 days ago)
If this is to be all-terrain, I would probably suggest joysticks, but fixed. The reason being the sticks would be handles for the driver hang on to and be able to move from side to side for balance going over rough terrain. The throttle for each track using triggers like on a rc cars remote. Track direction switches on face of joystick facing driver, like where the tophat switch is on aircraft sticks. Handlebars are ok, but if you want to be able to turn in the buggys own length you would have to play some games with the control. Or the handlebars could be fixed and each side would use a twist throttle for the tracks, with reversing switches. also for ease of maintenance and life suggest using rubber tracks molded around wire cable, like WWII White M2/M3 halftracks.
frank (256 days ago)
I'd like to see a diaper launcher on this thing. It fits perfectly with the concept of tank treads. Little Jimmy's mother cuts you off at the sidewalk intersection of Mayberry and Beverly, show her who owns the streets now. http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-build-a-POTATO-LAUNCHER/ (Just replace potato with dirty diaper.)
IceFyre13th (258 days ago)
Might want to contact http://www.howeandhowetechnologies.com/, they know tanks and how to make them fast.
Gmo (258 days ago)
Finally checked back here and was happy to see the new episode (after my last tirade) and was happily surprised to see a few of my suggestions made it to the hand written list of "Online Community Suggestion": the skid plate, Nerf Gun. I would still strongly suggest the "wolf Whistle" sound effect... @ Jeremy, I read your response to my last post and if you guys have not finalized the tank thread implementation and are seriously considering using it (I could make the argument as to why it is a bad idea but won't) I can brainstorm a few ideas and send some sketches your way.
John M (259 days ago)
Has to be handlebars, this isn't a fighter plane......hey, that gives me an idea......
Lindon (259 days ago)
I voted for Joysticks purely on the "cool factor", but having handlebars to hang onto is definately practical for smoother control. Maybe we can have handlebars AND a joystick. Make up some ergonomic fixed hand grips that you use to hold onto, and have a small joystick directly under the grip that can be operated by your thumb and index finger. If you mounted a digital radio control transmitter under the grips, it will give you a joystick just the right size, and then you have fully programable interface that can be adapted for left or right hand operation, or removed altogether when you need to sit on the patio and give the kids a ride around the yard. You will also be able to switch between low and high rates, adjust the exponential curves to make it smooth to operate, and have a bunch of other functions and dials to operate all the lights, horn, baby pacifiers, etc. all in an "off the shelf" and cool looking interface, at non-industrial prices. ....plus, the male population in general needs the ability to send a hungry baby back to it's mother, without leaving an important BBQ conversation.
Jeremy Luchini (260 days ago)
Took a few days off last week to recharge my batteries. We are back at it full strength this week. I already put in a 16 hour day to get back on track for filming this week. We're are bringing in some professional scanning technologies to help with the next episode. Also going to get into some cool weldments. Side note: one SW feature you guys should check out is called multiple mate mode.....saved me a ton a time when individually connecting all the tank track shoes, pins and links in my design.
Derick (262 days ago)
Handle bars that flip from the rear of the vehicle at a lower pivot point (baby facing forward) to the front of the vehicle (baby facing rear). Also, make it an all wheel drive for all terrains.
FAT DOG (265 days ago)
Shock absorbers will not do...they dampen suspension springing, and none is present. Military applications like this I have worked on, I would suggest a steel torsion bar suspension system. The vehicle needs displacement in springing over obstacles to absorb terrain irregularities. I suggest Torax multiple torsion bar cartridge where load capacity can vary with number of bars installed, and it has internal self-dampening. Further, being in cartridge form, it is independent from one another. It would work well with continuous track designs in distributing the load over irregularities. Another fact is that it would route the reaction forces along the frame, not upward to CG as typical coil spring designs that induce roll into an already high vehicle, especially with narrow track. Carry on.
Jeremy Clarkson (267 days ago)
Stig... What are you doing out of your cesspit? Get back in, the filming for the new series hasn't started yet! Also Stiggy, please stop trying to influence peoples decision on the vote, if people want to vote handlebars, then let them. Paul, RE: your comment about the ladies in swimwear... I'm sure this is a light hearted thing, and I assume it wasn't meant to offend. Obviously I guess you know what I'm going to say... Something on the lines of, 'Don't like it? Don't watch it.' Jezza
Hari kumar (267 days ago)
hi.. jeremy your show is awe inspiring. i've learnt many thigs form it.. thank you :)
Tudor (270 days ago)
I suggest that the cockpit must be a light structure equipped with safety airbags for impact, maybe the safety belts will not squeeze the baby or worse cause injury's, maybe a good idea will be to have as an option to close the cockpit when traveling in the city, the pollution at the baby level it is quite high, so closed cockpit and well ventilated with filtered clean air will ensure clean air for baby (the air is the vital gas, cleaner is it better for baby's health). The protection and health of the baby under all aspects are in my opinion vital when designing this kind of product. Good luck and keep up the good work
Stig (271 days ago)
Vote Joystick!!! Come-on, we want joystick controls!! Also, tracks are great, but keep them neat so it dosent look like a tank, and light enough to be lifted by one person (is that fesaible?). bearing in mind aswell that it needs to fit inside the average family car boot, could it be made semi collapsible? Great project!
Mattias (271 days ago)
Ideas for the seat environment - Easy to setup and re-use the safety seat from the car - Toys - Good visibility - Trash bin - Ventilation - Water bottle
Steve Speedo (271 days ago)
Should be dual jotstick for hydrostatic drive motors on each track, just like the bobcat uses.
Hari Kumar M (271 days ago)
Handle bar.. because its very comfortable..
Nidders (271 days ago)
I think 2 hands is required on this vehicle, handle bars win every time for me if we are going off road, you dont want to lose grip if you hit a little bump. Great idea, i would love to take my 5mth old through some sand dunes!!! (Electric motor too, keep it nice & quiet) Must have a drink holder, would be good if it can heat up baby's bottles too. Should be light enough to transport in a car.
Gav (271 days ago)
Just one joystick would be better than 2, leaving the other hand free. Beach volleyball needs two girls on each team.
Edgar Garcia (271 days ago)
Hi Jeremy you are incredibly crazy!!! GOOD Job
Paul Anderson (271 days ago)
I like the all-terrain wheel idea. I've had to push my kids through even bad sidewalks. Don't know if you're looking at any but I liked these. http://www.robotshop.com/dagu-all-terrain-wheels-four-pack-4.html They look soft enough to hold up to weight and wide enough to go through sand easily.
Jeremy Luchini (271 days ago)
Thanks Marie, glad we can make you smile. Welcome to our little 'kitchen'.... (make sure to sample the full menu) :)
Kchucho (271 days ago)
I think you will need some serious suspension because those tracks will become bouncy on hard terrain. And about the body support someone commented before is a great idea and it will need a lot of ergonomics to complete that part. Joystick for me is the option.
Marie (271 days ago)
Jeremy - love watching your show!
Jerald Staley (272 days ago)
Handlebars are a great manual way of controlling the cart, but why can't it just follow you along without having to hold it. This would be much like the golfbag caddies that can sense your location for reference and follow along. This would free up both hands. How else are you going to get the digits from the volleyball players.
Christian von Delius (272 days ago)
Ok, now you have done it: The precedent you have set will now require you to have bikini clad background action in every episode! But, regarding handlebars vs. joysticks, I think that either you need some sort of device for the operator to lean against (forward?) or possibly armpit support (parallel 'bars') to give them stability while maneouvering to keep their arms free for light control operation input (basically something to support the upper body. But joysticks would be my vote.
Jeremy Luchini (272 days ago)
Hi Oscar, the tracks were made using simple extrusions, then mated with pins (concentric) in an assembly. To get the track to flow around a path, you have to create a single surface, using a fit spline.....and then mating a point on each pin, to that surface. Check our SW help file for items such as mates, fit splines, and assembly moves.
Paul (272 days ago)
Obviously it was cold the day that the filming took place. Beach bikini's seem out of place. What we have here is a bunch of old guys oogling over some young ladies - not appropriate for a professional software.
Oscar (272 days ago)
Could you give us more advice on how to create such beautiful treads please? And I support GMO. I understand you're not doing this as part of your daytime job. But please update this project a little bit more often.
Tiffany (272 days ago)
I would vote for the handlebar controls, but what if you used a steering wheel? Maybe like the ones with clutch on the wheel but instead have the triggers control the brakes? It would be funny to see the dads running around with the stroller, driving and making sounds like a car :)
Łukasz (272 days ago)
I vote for a handlebars. From september '10 i am a father, so now i use baby troler almost everyday. Safety first. Joysick - it's too modern. It's not safety i think. With handlebar we have more control on the troley.
Cory (272 days ago)
Love the new video. I voted for joystick controls and am wondering whether you are targeting a dual joystick, such as some skidsteers control with, or a single one, such as a video game joystick. If you went with the dual controls, it would need dual treads, as most dual controls will spin treads at different rates or directions to turn or spin on a dime. While dual treads would be cool, if you use a single tread like your video suggests, use a single joystick. With the sugegstion of a dome, I picture the baby spaceships at the beginning of Megamind. While the idea is pretty cool, you have to figure a way to keep the baby cool inside any dome used. Automated climate control for the baby? With a digital pad readout and controls in dad's control area.
Seth Holmes (273 days ago)
You guys might want to check out Chermack Machine, they design and build custom tracks for different applications, and I believe (though don't quote me) they use SolidWorks as their design software. I have no affiliation, but the company popped into my head when I saw the idea of tracks: http://www.chermackmachine.com/
Jeremy Luchini (273 days ago)
Hi GMO, thanks for your comments. The team here works as fast as we can, but this is a "second job" for all of us, and we want to make sure there's time for the audience to leave comments before we start on the next step. You can also check out our Facebook page between episodes for updates, including behind-the-scenes shots. If you're interested in a challenge, I'd love to hear your ideas for pairing up a set of tank treads with a baby buggy.
Stephanie (273 days ago)
I love many of the comments listed. One thought I had was the ability to have a motorized baby seat, where the baby can be swiveled mechanically to the forward facing or rear facing position. And perhaps a way to mechanically recline from the seating position to a laying position. Any way to invent a noise dome? Something to dull the noise when the kids is just screaming his head off? or an I-pod hook up with speakers to play music?
Gmo (273 days ago)
This is taking too long now. At this rate it'll be the end of the year before we see anything real. If episodes are on a monthly timeline at least post some pics or image captures of the design in between episodes. After all this is supposed to highlight the capabilities of SOLIDWORKS, show some VIRTUALWORKS and maybe we can influence the design as it progresses. I'm loosing interest in keeping up with this project... Make it interesting again...
JoeC (275 days ago)
Propulsion needs to be quiet, so it must be electric-driven, no? How about using solar power to run this thing?
ruben_cm (275 days ago)
For now I think the main decision to take is propulsion system. Way too many questions rise when you include any kind of motor. Something that looks like but isn't irrelevant is: are kids affected by the walking made by their parents? Babies and very young kids response to everything even they don't denote. The design of these types of products, where you have a very uneven age difference in the final users, need very strict and decisive guidelines to reduce a bit the ambiguity of possibilities.
Jeff Shaw (280 days ago)
The cockpit should be equipped with a squirt or nerf gun to entertain the kid in the cockpit. Maybe this could also be secretly controlled by Dad so he can squirt passer-bys and be able to pass the blame to his child. Another idea would be to have a camera always aimed on the child so Dad can monitor his kid from a flatscreen at the controls. Maybe it could be two-way so the child can see its Dad from a flat screen as well. Obviously having the child face the dad is the simpler approach, but not quite as cool.
Jeremy Luchini (286 days ago)
Awesome comments and interaction on this! I like that everyone is free to challenge the normal design direction a product like this would take. We filmed Episode 2 yesterday here in Boston. Explored some traction ideas outside then hit the studio for some early sketch work. I built a wall of influence as well....pictures of great vehicles, and guy stuff like a cooler of beers, surfing a big wave, girls on the beach, carbon fiber bikes, ipads, sound docks, off road spotlights, formula 1 cars, bomb disposal robots, zero turn mowers, etc.....I ran out of space eventually.....Nice to have something in the studio that isn't digital....reminds me of my college dorm room walls....
Nick Witcombe (287 days ago)
A miniture V8 to drown out the crying. Some chunky tyres. perhaps a mini off road bike or hpi Baja buggy wheels. For steering there are some powerful servo motors available now.
kr (287 days ago)
start with a motorized, ride on fertilizer. Take the bucket off the front and fit it for baby.
Jase Shaw (287 days ago)
As a father to a 19 month old daughter, there are a few items I'd like to be taken into consideration for this marvellous and worthy project. I would prefer it if the seat faced the parents; when I'm singing daft songs and pulling faces I want to be able to see baby - if she's asleep without me realising I'm just going to look like one of those mentalists who stand in the street shouting at pigeons. Considering the lazy dog owners we have in England, a dog poo radar and automated avoidance system would be most welcome. As would bull-bars on the front and Ben Hur style wheel hub spikes to snap at the annoying ankles of ignorant people who stand blocking the pavement/supermarket aisles then, when you dare to ask them to move, look at you like you've asked them to tap dance wearing flippers while reciting the complete works of Shakespeare. Backwards. I feel ample provision for cup holders should also be provided - one perfectly sized to take a pint glass, mounted on gyroscopic gimbals to reduce risk of spillage for the gentleman, one adjustable to take the ten most popular sized Valium containers for the ladies. Some sort of multi-axis extendable robot arm would also be handy, complete with vision system to hoover up those stray toys and dummies that can get hurled with surprising force and range from such a little body. A retractable baby changing facility would also be appreciated. As would a hermetically sealed nappy bin. A bit like those containment thingies the Ghostbusters used to use. Finally, there should be enough capacity for a knackered Daddy to be able to curl up next to baby, with a friendly switch that when flipped activates the motor and sat-nav pre-programmed with 'home'.
Oilycog (287 days ago)
I made a tank stroller for my four month old. Out of a skateboard, a broom, and some cardboard. It has recently been upgraded with a three point harness and 'kill tallies' on the side. He's now six months old and I had to modify to fit him. http://www.youtube.com/fungping1/#p/a/u/1/-pO8dXB3cB8
Bob T. (287 days ago)
Tron bike theme anyone?
btanis (287 days ago)
I am thinking make it like a AH-1(G) Cobra gunship with the dad seated and baby ahead but below his vision.
Andy M (287 days ago)
Read the posts in the link below..... This could be more than just a Pappie Hotrod, how about an aid for disabled parents too?
Andy M (287 days ago)
Ok, so its been beaten to the punch..... first prototype rolls out..... http://www.core77.com/blog/object_culture/lazy_mom_pushes_stroller_while_on_a_segway_6446.asp
Andy M (287 days ago)
It should have some kind of Deadman breaking/shutdown system also linked to a prox sensor and speed governor system if it is going to get a motor.
Alan (287 days ago)
I think it should have a screw or hydraulic lift under the baby seat to keep from having to bend over.
Shelbymonster (288 days ago)
Stand up position like a segway with a full roll cage in case Dad trips. All terrian tires with a coil over suspension. Heated hand grips, horn and driving lights and cool noise generator that's activated by sonar (i.e. back up sensors in vehicle bumpers). Finally it should be powered by a DC brushless electric motor and power should come from lithium ion battery and off board (to keep weight down) charger.
Phil M. (288 days ago)
Okay, first I want a horn and headlights, as I often walk faster than most people, which don't know to move to the side for faster traffic. The lights would make it better to be seen at night, too! Second, I want to ensure the entire stroller isn't going to tip backwards when I get too hot and have to hang my coat on the handle. Extra storage capacity underneath would be beneficial. And a catch plate for the baby's dropped cheerios would help, too! And last, better cup holders for coffee or water bottles is good, too. Now, ideally, I'd like it to have a powered drive with a stand-on plate like you see most lawnmowers use by landscapers. Cruise control with heated grips would be nice. Air shocks for those sidewalks sections that sank would be awesome. Hitting those are worse than hitting a speed bump. Thanks!
RyanTech (288 days ago)
You might want to make this a detachable POD system, that way in case of a high speed conflict, the baby will be protected and not ejected! (also detaching makes it a instant carry on) Keep all components modular, cup holders, arm rest, radio, cell phone cradle, etc.... Awesome.........
Bruce Briggs (288 days ago)
Okay, that's it. Now you're just cluttering up my mailbox. How do I unsubscribe from this nonsense?
Jerald (288 days ago)
You should be able to detach the buggy from the driver in the event you need a more compact version. This would also make the transport of the stroller/buggy more feasible. If the key is to look cool than you can't be the overweight dad with the awesome buggy. Man power should still be an option.
Sparky (288 days ago)
Let's go Standup with a Segway drive system positioning Dad aft of the baby. This will keep the Stroller sidewalk friendly. The baby seat should a cool racing seat with 5 point harness just in case the little trys to go for the doggy you pass. I think we could incorporate a Ball type drive suspension under the baby and attached to the segway. Like a Dyson Vacuum but with a spring/leaf suspension.
Josh N. (288 days ago)
Baby Wingman: - Standing Riding mowers are cool... the ones where the operator platform is a few inches off the ground and the mower and platform rotate around each other. - It would also be cool if the steering, braking and throttle were like the Segway so that pop's can focus on his offspring and looking cooler than any other dad w/o risking a runaway carriage when purchasing a juice box and beer from street a vender. - A telescoping baby bucket is a must, like power line workers. That way Dad, Baby and admiring onlooker can all "hang"... or be burped without interruption. This of course will require side stabilizers to deploy or the base to broaden/wheels to lock. - Last but not least, baby needs a working steering wheel that dad can correct and override like drivers ed. instructors. It's never too young to start drivers ed. and pops can "accidentally" bump into hot nannies and have an excuse that is bound to kill (work well, not cause death) at the park. ***The whole user experience can be summed up as "Dad's little wingman" and should be targeted to recently single fathers.
Aaron B (288 days ago)
I designed and built a Kustom Kiddie trailer (towed behind a bicycle) in 1998 that you may find interesting. http://bikerodnkustom3.homestead.com/aaronb3.html It's completely in line with your project initiative. My feeling was that dad's didn't need to look like deushbags dragging their little grom's in the equivilant of a pup tent on wheels. Kids are cool and the dads should be proud to be rolling with them. The design features a removable carson top, leather tuck n roll bench seat, seat belt, wall to wall carpeting, hooga and wolf whistle horns (for the kid to drive people insane) and enough trunk space for diapers and beer. enjoy!
Stu (288 days ago)
Why not a walking unit like the Army's mule. It's all terrain, sure-footed and can climb stairs.
Fido21 (288 days ago)
A small gas turbine, (greaty muffled to a whisper) generating a charge to super capacitors, titanium frame, nitinol suspension with disc friction shocks.
Bassplayer Engineer (288 days ago)
I think this whole thing is one big accident waiting to happen, but as long as you're going to build it anyway let's put the operator (aka Dad) in this vehicle in a standing position. This allows for greater visibility, both directly in front of the child to reduce collision and greater distance to avoid possible hazards and allow for alteration of the planned route. The baby, naturally, should be horizontal. I would also like to point out that, while the driver should be standing, some allowance should also be made to allow the driver to duck our crouch to avoid hazards such as low tree branches, playground obstacles, and irate mothers with heavy purses he barely manages not to run over.
Brian (288 days ago)
Shock absorbers are great idea (but are heavy) but should at least have inflatable tires like the jogging strollers, battery powered (like the electric scooters) and with a remote control that some type of flashing light or strobe that could be activated to find the stroller when in a crowded stroller area like Disney. Drink holders and snack holders are a must for child and the adult…
Lindon (290 days ago)
I would love to see the stroller with full rubber tracks to make it seriously off road capable, and also capable of climbing up stairs. Make the track frame able to slide out wider for the bush track, and slide in for the footpath. I have trouble getting past the fun of a petrol power plant with endless grunt, for the practicality of a battery powered electric drive, but maybe a compromise might be a light and quiet petrol generator driving the electric motors, which can also use the starter battery for short periods of “electric only” use. The availability of a power source will also make it great for powering the fridge when it gets converted into a golf caddy.
LZ (291 days ago)
The switch mentioned by Gordon is know as a Dead Man's Switch. It is commonly find on locomotives and even subway trains. If the Motorman lets go; the train comes to a halt.
Chris (291 days ago)
I'm from the pacific northwest so a stroller with off road capability for walking on our trails would be great. Four wheel drive, a suspension that can articulate over tree roots and tires that will grip on slick rock should be a requirement. Also, it rains alot here, maybe a soft top.
CadShark a.k.a. Blair H. (292 days ago)
Jeremy, I think you should try to incorporate a tank tread wheel design. You mentioned it has to be sidewalk "friendly" so it also has to be somewhat compact. Standing while driving this would be the best position. What about going electric motors? The dad can stand on a small platform behind the kid with the threads on the sides of them. That would definitely be all-terrain.
Gordon Stewart (292 days ago)
The throttle needs to be so that as soon as you let go it comes to a soft stop. The driver must be in control of the speed to keep it moving, too tight a grip and it stops and too loose and it stops. Adding power to the wheels would certainly help getting over loose terrain. Sand is a pain you end up dragging the buggy backwards to get moving. iPod Dock/charger powered by solar panels. drive system should be detachable. a powered dual wheel at the front. Thinking along the lines of a segway drive unit pulling the whole thing. an emergency release for that when it all goes wrong. Standing is a must, sitting down restricts your field of vision too much.
Virgil (293 days ago)
Think of something like a cross between a wheeled snowmobile and a dog sled. Child sits in the motorized part while the parent walks or rides behind . Steering and engine controls on handles much like a motorcycle. Thus the mother/jogger can just walk or jog pushing the carriage. When dad get home he can take the baby for a fun ride - start the engine, stand on the retractable stands ( which contain the gas and brake controls, they're not needed when walking ) . Shifting on the handles like bicycles. Retractable parent windshield is up to you but helmets should probably be mandatory.
Glenburniekid (293 days ago)
I was wondering about a 2-up stroller with mom/dad as the pilot in a reclined position with the safety seat for the little one in front of them in a parallel position but down and forward. The seat for the infant can snap in and out and be used as a car seat.
Jeff Shaw (293 days ago)
It would be cool if the cockpit had roll down windows so the kid inside can roll down the window, tilt his sunglasses, and wink at others as they go by in their strollers. NOTE: toddlers use strollers too, not just babies.
jorge (294 days ago)
i think that a good and green idea would be to use bateries or solar panels so that the fumes dont harm the babies, and... gas prices are rising also so it is still cool and intimidating you should put a speaker that makes car sounds, put many diferent options of car sounds like ferrari and mustang
Lukas (294 days ago)
Must have smooth running wheels and good shock absorbers, along with straight-running, stable steering. I have a baby and a jogging stroller. The single front wheel always loses stability below about a 8 min/mile (7.5mph) pace...so you have to lock it, which means the steering is an exercise in misery, as you have to pop a wheelie to take a corner....and occasionally have to pop a wheelie to compensate for it pulling to one side like a poorly aligned car on the highway. Must be able to push and steer with one hand while running. Some sort of single-hand steering wheel centered in the back would be cool. Maybe like a tiller on a small sailboat? Not sure what is easiest to grip and control. Shock absorbers, particularly on the front wheel are a must. Hitting a good bump on the sidewalk makes me thankful that the baby is in a five-point harness. Headlights would be cool. And don't forget a point to mount some toys for baby. Bored baby = screaming baby.
Stig (294 days ago)
This thing must have cruise control. you can get some pretty cool buggies these days with disk brakes and "alloy wheels" (ish). so you neen to go one better with cruise.
steve kampala (294 days ago)
please keep a moon buggy close to your thoughts. here we would appreciate some 4WD as surfaces vary, definately independant suspension, naturally wide and chunky tyres. Dont worry about the mess when you go inside, someone else will clean it up......
Gmo (294 days ago)
I forgot; a "wolf whistle" sound effect is also a must and when it's activated a pointing hand incriminates the kid...
Gmo (294 days ago)
Add a Nerf Gun or similar projectile launcher to blast the slow poke ahead and a "tha da da da da"!!! Roach coach (food catering truck) or an 18 wheeler horn; both parent and child controls.
Jeferson (295 days ago)
I think it's better to have a seat, but not so low, that would reduce the visibility... it would be better to have a seat high like in bikes... what do you guys think?
LZ (298 days ago)
Have you discussed power sources much yet? Consider chopping an ElliptiGO bike and maybe add some regenerative braking and a flywheel
Chris (299 days ago)
Another cool steering idea is using hall effects sensors to have the buggy react to the 'driver' better. I used to work for a medical imaging company and we used those to drive our mobile x-rays.
Chris (299 days ago)
Rather than a joystick, lets drive this from a 3D mouse! Using something like a spacepilot pro we can have shortcut keys to access other stuff. Automated baby shusher, beverage delivery system, keyfab for the garage door, etc. For the suspension I think it's important to know (have kids) that because the terrain varies the suspension should vary. Maybe something like the air bags that are used in the new jeeps or the audi allroads. Must make sure it fits in a standard doorway. My burley doesn't.
Jeremy Luchini (299 days ago)
Great feedback you guys!!!.....what I'm going to do is blog post a summary of your suggestions so we have an easy spot to look refer to when it comes to components/design ideas.....if you've never checked out our blog.....there's a link on the right side of this webpage....Team Blog.
A.H (300 days ago)
jeremy please make it customizable then parents can equip the buggy with equipments suitable to the place they are going.
Jeff Shaw (300 days ago)
In keeping with Jeremy's comment below (that this is to show fun uses of Solid Works on is not intended to be an actuall marketable product), if this is really going to be self propelled I would like to see the stroller reinforced witha a rugged roll cage, but then keep a sleek look by adding a nice looking canapoy, windsheild, and fenders. 5pt harnesses for the kids will be a must.
Paul (301 days ago)
I'm thinking something like those full-body elliptical exercise machines you see at the gym. Optional power assist for hills. Integrated GPS and clock. Cell phone holder, head lights, rear view mirror, and a little insulated food & beverage compartment. A transmitter so mom can track location in real-time. Automatic biscuit dispenser to distract pursuing dogs.
Dr A S Prakash (301 days ago)
1. It needs to be solar powers with battery back up that it is green, 2. Whiel the wheels rorate it can also geenrate energy to feed the battery so we can power during day as well as night. 3. ligth reflectors shall always help in the night as well as in day. 4 Impact damage could needs to be protected , so some kind of collpasible materital at areas likeely to be hit needs to be explored. 5. enerty exit must be from the side rather than the front where stoarge areas can be fixed as battery can take the bottom part as it is likely to be heavy. 6 intergateted head protection systm shall help
Pete Wood (301 days ago)
Lets go Green.... 12V DC motor, Direct Drive Motor cycle like throttle control release throtal for auto braking, regenerative motor to recharge battery on downhill or braking. Solar panels on the top sun shield. And a cool optional treadmill drive to keep the parents in shape! And lets give the kid a joystick! (parental control interface optional) Have Fun!!!!
AHMED_ELBHJE (301 days ago)
I think maybe sensor in hands and auto brakes to stop it if the buggy slip on the rod of any where when mother do not look to it wheel for stirs and motors white light in the front and red in the back to move in the dark fan and heater enough for now :)
S.B. Tuttle (301 days ago)
No relation to the Tuitles on OCC
Cliff (301 days ago)
Jeremy, can we add a George Jetson like automatic baby diaper changer on this thing?
Odin (302 days ago)
From my vantage point (no pun intended) standing up allows for safer operation from the 'holy cow there's a fast moving biker dead ahead' vision standpoint (again, no pun intended). Also, in parks with lots of dogs, having a superior position lends the intimidation factor to keep them away from the child. I agree with one of the comments, kids are continually dropping things out of the stroller(I think mainly to see if you will pick them up) making it a little difficult to pick them up if in a seated position. Large diameter wheels - yes. On-demand electric propulsion (not full time) for those big hills. Make that front wheel drive for climbing over obstructions as opposed to ramming into them. On-demand will lessen the battery drain plus if you aren't the diligent type and the battery is dead, you won't be without stroller. Car power stab (cigarette lighter) charging is a must. It may be cool to have the sun/rain cover to be flexible photovoltaics...now we're talking. Oh yes, a thermoelectric cup cooler for dad. After pushing six children around I can tell you sometimes I felt like I was walking a pink poodle with rhinestone collar...a more masculine design would be great.
Gmo (302 days ago)
The standing platform can be stowed away for those that prefer to do some exercise at times (keep true to the name "stroller") and preferably can be expanded to accommodate a second (older) child to ride the stroller as well. For all-terrain feature this thing will need a skid plate that can double as a cargo carrier.
lolleyky (302 days ago)
I think there are special issues.....I like the idea that if the handle is not gripped the buggy will not roll (dead-man) It would also be great if the position of the baby could be rotated (by baby or parent) to look ahead or at the parent. Sunshade (and rain) is important. adjustment so their little feet can help propel the buggy. convertable to some other use after the baby is to big so it does not wind up in the closet useless (transporter for a cooler or grocerys. (must be cool)
medialution (302 days ago)
Guys - this thing needs to be silent (keep the baby sleeping :-)) but powerful. I was thinking on a powerful brushless e-motor powered by LiFePo batteries ....
The Shredder Team (302 days ago)
You should make a low dragster type baby carriage with a gas engine. Use a fighter pilots mask for the fumes and make it a high performance all terrain racing machine.
SandMan (302 days ago)
It needs to be strong enough to hold a full grown man, just in case. Here is the music for the project, featuring car guy Jeff Beck http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=adbGT8Rg9OE
C.D. (302 days ago)
I will have to look at the Facebook page when I get home, but am excited to see this projects progress and completion. I do not understand what the uproar is about this project. The other two projects are show pieces and designed as one-offs. It is a show piece, not an actual market product. I voted for the standing position but realize there is a little weight distribution problem that must be overcome if you want responsive steering capabilities. There are ways to overcome this, but I can think of some designs that could be awesome in a sitting position, though it is too late to change my vote. Though, after seeing the link (in the comments) in the forums, I think the spiffy wheel covers and decals are a must now.
John R (302 days ago)
Jeremy Love the idea - fun, innovative and doesn't have to comply with all the OTT boring laws and regulations! This is really thinking outside of the box! I can't wait to see how this develops John
Jeremy Luchini (303 days ago)
Hi Folks, Keep in mind, these projects are intended to showcase how much FUN using SolidWorks is...and to make simple prototypes on ideas that take a fresh approach to products we use in everyday life. Maybe you can rest a little easier knowing we have no intentions to go to market with this buggy.....and no baby or adult will be endangered by this little adventure.
johnm (303 days ago)
Yikes Jeremy, what were you guys thinking......maybe the rumble of a mini V8 under would vibrate the kids to sleep? Mine are all too old now, so the desire isn't there, how about a segway conversion kit? the reason for me voting for the standing position is for quick response. If you are sitting down, it's much more difficult to get out and tend to child. Anyone with experience with strollers know that things are always being dropped.
DRJ (303 days ago)
Totally irresponsibile and unnecessary. A product liability Law Suit waiting to happen! How would this thing be loaded in the cargo hold of an airplane for traveling parent convenience. If you must persist, include an earthquake proof nuclear powerplant or a desiel turbo engine for propulsion. Do some research: http://pregnant.thebump.com/pregnancy/baby-registry/articles/top-10-strollers.aspx
Ernesto Breton² (303 days ago)
Thanks for the episode! I will be father for the first time and this is perfect for me! P.D. I would like some render's EB² / Santiago de los Caballeros / Dominican Republic.
steamroller 314 (305 days ago)
HI GUYS EVERYBODY KNOWS THERE ARE TWO PLACES TO SHOW YOUR RIDE. THE BIGGEST CITY PARK YOU HAVE IN TOWN AND THE SHOPPING MALL. SO ITS ALL ABOUT SHOW NOT THE GO. HOT WHEELS,DIC BRAKES,SLEEK BODY,OVER THE TOP SEATING FOR ONE,OR TWO,AND FOR THE LUCKY ONES THREE. DO YOU SIDE TO SIDE,OR FRONT TO BACK. OLDEST ONE FIRST OF COURSE, EVEN IF ITS 30 SECONDS. FRONT TO BACK STEPPED,BACK HIGHER. HAST TO HAVE TEAK WOOD STEERING, POWER TOP FOUR WHEEL INDEPENDENT, AND MOSTLY BE ABLE TO FIT IN A TRUNK. GOOD LUCK
cruuzn (305 days ago)
3 large wheel design using tube or tubeless tires, chain pedal power with (5 speed) could be optional standing or sitting for operator. full suspension on all 3 wheels with disk brakes all 3 wheels and emergency brake. extra padded leather seat/recliner for baby with (5 point safety harness) and roll bar. must have bike bell and cup holders. some options audio and flat screen for baby, snack tray, baby seat facing forward or rearward. please send all patent royalties to me. thanks (keep me posted)
ChrisG (305 days ago)
When standing, make a riding platform similar to a commercial lawn mower. Standing like a dog sled will require the dad to trot or run, and he may fall down. I think that the stroller may be going slightly too fast to run behind...
Jim Dillner (305 days ago)
If the dad is going to ride, then it's a go cart, not a baby buggy. I work in the juvenile products industry, and there is a lot of variety in baby strollers. Plus there are are lot of industry standards that have to be met. All over the world there are teams of designers trying to design the next cool stroller. So you're taking on more than what you think. But then again, you're not designing a stroller, you're designing a go-cart.
Jeremy Luchini (306 days ago)
Hi C. D. we are investigating dc motors right now......check out the field research video posted on our facebook account, under videos......Albert goes flying over in a golf cart......like a professional.
Jeremy Luchini (306 days ago)
Hi S.B. Tuttle.....any relation to the OCC Tuttles? I just moved my own chopper out of the LGD studio back home now that winter is finally wrapped up. It has an S&S113 with straight pipes.....It's thunderous sounding....and over-the-top in power/torque.....I have to be careful on the throttle....of else I get launched right off the seat....
Jeremy Luchini (306 days ago)
Hi Bails, you would fit in good around here....cool idea!!!
Jeremy Luchini (306 days ago)
Hi Brian, can you tell us more about what kind of product design you do?
Jeremy Luchini (306 days ago)
Hi Mad Dog....I just watched the extended video burnouts you posted on factoryfive.com, AWESOME!!! Someone once said when you love your job, you'll never work another day in your life. So true. I'm glad Dave didn't run me over.
Jeff Shaw (306 days ago)
I have two young kids and am an Mechanical Engineer. Every time I use one of our strollers, I think of how I could design a better one. I see that most people are voting for the stand-up stroller. I think this is because it would make the stroller smaller and more realistic to move around. My wife and I lived in Japan for a while and used the train system daily with our first child. I thought it would be great to have a fold up stroller that wouldn't require me to dump the contents out of the under-storage each time i folded it up to board a train. It would be great if a stroller could be folded up into a backpack and the storage compartment would always remain the same size. Another design consideration is that a stroller must be very mobile. I now live near Seattle and struggle to push a two seater stroller through Pikes Place market. The reason for strollers is to conveniently take the kids wherever you go. As a family we have also spent a lot of time in San Diego and usually get a season pass to the zoo there. The San Diego zoo is very hilly, so some brakes would be nice, and some propulsion to get the kids up the hills. Also, you can never guarantee a sunny day living in Washington, and the sun canopies don't quite cut it in the rain and wind. A tight enclosure, possibly equipped with heat would be awesome as well. I know the ideas above are scattered but I thought it would be useful to get a few ideas from a real parent who uses strollers.
Laura H. (306 days ago)
The creativity of you guys never ceases to amaze me! That baby is going to have a need for speed! ("I wanna go fast!!"- Talledega Nights)
C. D. (306 days ago)
As I have had three daughters and three different strollers, I can understand the need(maybe. Desire? Definitely) for a new, cooler design. One big design flaw in the first two strollers we had was the inability to steer or maneuver easily. The last stroller we had was a MicraLite Fastfold, and it was smooth in fluid turning, but the front wheels being only about 4" in diameter caught about everything larger than a housefly to stop against. The larger rear wheels (10" diameter) are awesome for the all terrain approach as they used a tube instead of an injection molded wheel. Lightweight and decent suspension are the must though. Are you thinking an electric motor for propulsion? It would allow for quiet travel but they battery could severely add to your overall weight.
S.B. Tuttle (306 days ago)
Jeremy a V-Twin is a great idea lets use it How about 1 or 2 head lights Fog lights and some funky tail lights Lets have the father stand up in the back like a dog sled
Bails (307 days ago)
In addition to suspension to ease the bumps, what if the child was held in a multi-axis cradle so no matter what orientation the buggy was in, the kid would always be level. The system could double as a roll cage, too!
Brian (307 days ago)
It's a shame this is what I do for a living and can't help CRUD!!!!
agus (307 days ago)
add agu_s77@yahoo.co.id
Mad Dog (307 days ago)
That was awesome Jeremy! Get start to the show. The footage at Factory Five was awesome and the stuff at the park was funny. Looking forward to see what you come up with.
Jeremy Luchini (307 days ago)
HUGE THANKS TO FACTORY FIVE RACING for kicking off Project 3 in Style!!!!
Jeremy Luchini (307 days ago)
Hi Jeff, no kids on the way....two awesome dogs keep my wife and I busy enough....Cheers!!
Jeff (307 days ago)
Awesome! What a great idea. My kids are a bit older now, but I would have loved one of these. PS. Jeremy, are there kids on the way? :-)
Steve
NOSSA!! Muito bem!! Os bebês seriam muito sortudos em terem um desses! O projeto teve uma boa aceitação? Adoraria saber mais sobre ele! Até a próxima!