The Caterpillar is simply delightful; the wiggly motion of the body driven by the series of offset cams will fascinate young and old alike. It wiggles along, all the while watching the pretty butterfly overhead and dreaming of its’ own metamorphosis.
The Caterpillar is a classic series of offset cams with the pushrods connected directly into the body segments. The cams are offset from one another ideally by thirty six degrees as there are ten in total thus providing the “wiggly” undulations of the body segments. At the opposing end to the crank handle is a friction based transmission that provides the rotary motion for the butterfly arm.
Each model kit comes with
- All wooden components shaped and drilled
- Sandpaper for finishing
- PVA glue
- Parts list
- Comprehensive instructions
The models are manufactured from renewable wood sources and are design for age 9 and over. Younger builders may require the assistance of an adult. The models, both kits and built, are not suitable for children 3 years and under due to the risk of choking on the small parts.
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