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**Project:** Upgrading a homemade "screw tank" with a defense system
**Goal:** Create a semi-automatic, reloadable potato launcher inspired by World of Tanks (the project's sponsor)
**Key Developments:**
1. Initial creation of an over-engineered, gas-powered potato launcher
2. Upgrades to include a deployable barrel with a linear actuator system
3. Addition of a potato hopper for automated loading (holding up to 6 shots)
4. Implementation of a timed, programmable control system using relays for synchronized operation
**Outcome:**
The upgraded launcher successfully fires and reloads, with plans for further refinement using stronger linear actuators and testing with round projectiles (e.g., apples) for improved performance.
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1. **Project Name**: The project is called "Kali Phos Water Tanks Crew Tank Project".
2. **Objective**: The objective is to add a defense system to a homemade screw tank.
3. **Sponsor**: The project is sponsored by "World of Tanks".
4. **Promo Code**: Using promo code "Tantastic" gives 500 gold pieces and 7 days premium access in World of Tanks.
5. **Initial Plan**: The initial plan was to add either a flamethrower or a potato launcher to the tank.
6. **Final Plan**: The final plan is to build a semi-automatic, reloadable potato launcher.
7. **Launcher Design**: The launcher features a gas bottle, regulator, solenoid valve, and a piezo unit.
8. **Deployable Barrel**: A deployable barrel with linear actuators was successfully implemented.
9. **Potato Hopper**: A potato hopper was added to hold six shots.
10. **Control System**: The system uses an ID, five relays, and programmed timings to control the actuators, gas valve, and piezo unit.
11. **Testing Location**: Final testing was conducted in an underground firing range.
12. **Initial Testing Issues**: Initial issues with sugar beet (potato) drop and actuator strength were encountered.
13. **Solution to Issues**: Swapping to round projectiles (like apples) and upgrading to stronger, faster linear actuators were considered solutions.
14. ** Successful Testing**: The system successfully loaded, cleared, primed, and launched projectiles in subsequent tests.
15. **Final Integration**: The next step is to integrate the system with the homemade screw tank.