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How should Ben continue building his automatic can crusher? Post your idea + you might get a free Ben Heck t-shirt!

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Ben Heck needs your help! In the latest episode he explores different ways to build a solenoid-powered automatic can crusher. They're looking for your suggestions on different ways to build and power the can crusher. Post your suggestions here for a chance to win a Ben Heck Show t-shirt! Ten submissions will be randomly selected after Oct. 24.
 
Just post a reply to this thread with your ideas, and you'll be automatically enrolled in the t-shirt giveaway.
 
We're looking forward to your suggestions!
 
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    I don't understand why the solenoid powered version was rigged like it was.  It seems like it the idea would have worked better if the can was pushed against instead of being pulled against the solenoid.  Also, having to pierce a hole through the can was a little ridiculous.

     

    Maybe have two solenoids opposite each other that fire in unison at a can in the middle.  Obviously taking care to actually have it mounted on something and have a shield of sort in place to prevent the cans from firing off like a pinball.

     

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    I don't understand why the solenoid powered version was rigged like it was.  It seems like it the idea would have worked better if the can was pushed against instead of being pulled against the solenoid.  Also, having to pierce a hole through the can was a little ridiculous.

     

    Maybe have two solenoids opposite each other that fire in unison at a can in the middle.  Obviously taking care to actually have it mounted on something and have a shield of sort in place to prevent the cans from firing off like a pinball.

     

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