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Re: 1726 Prototype Testing
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Originally Posted by TheOtherGuy View Post
We did a 'trick' (well known, I think) by keeping the cylinder from moving at 60psi with 3in. filled. Then we release the ball, and the air stored in the 1/3rd of the cylinder expands very quickly, giving us enough force to launch the ball.
what do you mean by keeping the cylinder from moving at 60 psi with 3 in filled?

sorry Im a nub