Inventor Shane Wighton already built one robotic basketball hoop that won’t let you miss, but one of his recent projects takes it to a whole new level. Made from a combination of aluminum, foam and fiberglass, the hoop uses a complex system of pulleys as well as six electric motors to follow the ball’s motion.
Where does the 100mph come into play? Well, the six electric motors generate around 50hp, so propelling the hoop around a room to catch whatever you throw isn’t an issue at all. One of the most important parts is the custom-built brake system, which is required to stop the electric motors near instantly in case of an emergency. The scary part is that the motors are only running at around half power, as Wighton believes the backboard could hit speeds of over 200 mph when maxed out. Now for a robot that can’t miss free throws, look no further than Toyota’s CUE 3.
- 6 PIECE SET includes the Hall of Games EZ-Fold Basketball Game Table, 7” basketballs(4) and 1 air pump
- FOLDABLE DESIGN FOR EASY STORAGE: Saves nearly 30% more space than similar basketball games; built in locking system for storage mode to enhance...
- ROBUST CONSTRUCTION: MDF backboard features two 12" steel rims with heavy duty nylon nets
