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Polycarbonite, to our dismay, is not a material that can be used for laser cutting. A new material had to be ordered, cast acrylic.
An optically clear cast acrylic sheet was ordered from McMaster-Carr. It is 1/16'' thick and it is a 2 feet by 2 feet square. This material can be cut using the laser. We should be able to get all of the acrylic pieces cut for the pieces in Week Seven. Glue will be used to keep the glass in place. The acrylic costs $21.14 (including shipping).

TOTAL SPENT SO FAR: $32.94

Project Overview

The A(maze)ing Heist is a piggy bank with a twist. Incorporating mazes, the key to unlocking your bank is in your hands. Piggy banks are common objects given to children to teach them about saving money. The money is usually fished from the hole on the piggy bank's belly, but that isn't that secure or fun. With the A(maze)ing Heist, you have both. To unlock your bank, you'd have to solve a series of mazes. With the parts put together by your own design, a maze has to be solved in order to access your belongings. There are so many possibilities for the design of your lock. Your things would be secure and you'd have a great time unlocking your bank, or even seeing your friends struggle to try to gain access.

The A(maze)ing Heist

Drexel University Engineering 103: Toy Design

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