Upgrading a solenoid valve design with a burst disk and helium allowed for speeds of up to 1,500 feet per second.
Supersonic Nerf dart creates a shockwave, visualized through schlieren imaging.
Testing the cannon's power by shooting through a half-inch pine board and other targets.
Partnering with Skillshare to improve my design skills, including logo design.
Exploring the limits of Nerf dart speed and the factors that affect projectile velocity.
How did you achieve supersonic speeds with the Nerf cannon?
—By upgrading the design with a burst disk and using helium as the propellant gas, I was able to achieve speeds of up to 1,500 feet per second.
What materials did you use for the burst disk?
—I used projector overhead film to create the burst disks.
What targets did you test the cannon on?
—I tested the cannon's power by shooting through a half-inch pine board and other targets, including tomatoes and glass.
What is schlieren imaging and how did you use it in the video?
—Schlieren imaging is a technique that allows you to visualize disturbances in the air. I used it to capture the shockwave created by the supersonic Nerf dart.
How did partnering with Skillshare help improve your design skills?
—Through Skillshare, I was able to learn from professionals and improve my design skills, including logo design.
00:00Introduction and motivation for building a supersonic Nerf cannon.
02:32Explaining the design upgrades and propellant choice for achieving supersonic speeds.
05:54Testing the cannon's power by shooting through different targets and showcasing the results.
08:04Using schlieren imaging to visualize the shockwave created by the supersonic Nerf dart.
09:55Explaining the partnership with Skillshare and the importance of improving design skills.
10:54Conclusion and reflection on pushing the limits of Nerf dart speed.
