How Do You Build A Simple Wood Catapult?
Catapults were a weapon of war for thousands of years, but now are used for anything from tabletop games to tossing pumpkins hundreds of feet through the air. A simple catapult can be built in a few hours using a wooden spoon, a wooden frame and a bungee cord for power. It should launch a ball of tinfoil up to 30 feet. The dimension of the catapult can be larger or smaller, but it should be operated safely. Use the saw to cut the 2″-by-3″ wood into the following lengths: 2 pieces, each 1 foot long. 2 pieces, each 4 inches long 2 pieces, each 6 inches long 1 piece, 7 inches long 2 pieces, 7 to 8 inches long Create the base of the catapult by placing the 4-inch pieces between the ends of the 1-foot pieces to form a rectangle. All pieces should be resting on their edges. At each of the four joints, drill two holes through the 1 foot piece into the end of the 4-inch piece, then screw in the screws through the holes. Take the two 6-inch pieces, and stand them on their ends, flat against the
