BrickbyBrickTechnic

This would have been a winner for sure. Amazing MOC and I congratulate you on finishing it! Totally worth it.

Thank you!

Thanks so much! The mechanics was the main motivation for this MOC so I'm glad the work paid off. Thank you! The outrigger blocks worked really well here. They are likely the reason for the range of motion I achieved. Thanks grum! Thank you! The reason I went with the gearbox was because of a lack of motors- I guess it all worked out! Thanks so much! I can't disagree with you. If I had more space I would have certainly liked to motorize the bucket (though the winch would have been the only feasible method since I don't have red 8t gears or 32l axles, or a micro motor). Thank you! Thanks! I quite like how yours fits onto Anto's excavator... and unlike mine your bucket is nicely controlled. Looks good! SARIEL!!!!!!!!! OMG!!!! (I bet you're not surprised by the reaction) Thank you so much!! It means loads coming from you since your videos inspired me to build Technic in the first place. Your stepper is really an amazing design BTW- it destroyed the other 5 or so I tried. Thank you! Thanks a lot! Those wheels were meant to be an exhaust- just a detail.

Hey everybody! The HoF has been updated. This is just a polite reminder to keep nominating MOCs! We will regularly update the HoF (so it won't be dead like it has for the past while) but we can only update it if you all nominate stuff! Looking forward to your nominations BbBT

AW 169 helicopter [US Navy edition] Builder: @steph77 Category: Aircraft Instructions: Yes Topic Video Caterpillar D11T Dozer Builder: @sheo Category: Construction Instructions: No Topic Video McLaren P1 hypercar 1:8 manual & RC Builder: @brunojj1 Category: Supercars Instructions: Manual or RC Topic Video

I really don't want either, despite them being not bad ideas. GBC tends too close to functionality, and animals too close to looks. Which brings me to my next proposal: Build a kinetic sculpture. It's a decent blend of functionality and looks IMO, and it ain't possible to have too many kinetic sculptures!

Hey everyone, Presenting my latest MOC, a telescopic excavator. This MOC is fully RC though it is kinda special since it only has 2 motors, but 7 RC functions! I was able to achieve this using a stepper design by @Sariel and the new orange wave shifter. So, here are the functions: Left track Right track Boom stage one Boom stage 2 Extending boom (since it's a telescopic excavator) Boom rotation Opening cab door Open/close bucket (manual) I also focused a lot on the looks, but moreover, modularity. This MOC is easily separatable into 4 parts: telescopic boom section, bodywork, superstructure, chassis. The chassis even have 2 lever-operated locks rather than pins to attach the superstructure to the chassis. Anyways, that's enough of me. Here's the video: Well that's all, hope you enjoy! BbBT

I really like this, but it seems too open-ended. I think it needs something else to it, like size constraints.

What we need is another contest which blends the opportunity for looks and functionality to be necessary in a good model. That's the reason the aircraft contest went so well: because the entries both looked good and had advanced mechanisms. Therefore, I don't think the Rube Goldberg idea is good. It leans too far toward the function side. On the other hand, I really like the idea of size constraints, because there is no limit to the subject matter of the builds that come out. That's what makes the contests fun: the lack of limits for subject matter (aircraft is rather unlimited given the designs which exist) allows for creativity to govern the building process rather than the subject matter, and the few constraints provide a challenge.

Can't say I'm surprised by the results. The winning entries were certainly deserving of their title. Congrats to all! And a big thanks to @Jim for organizing another awesome contest with some really unique builds.

But using BWE rings on this set would be a serious lapse in authenticity (as they would be way too big) as would using the z60 turntable (which would be too small). I think they might have added the turntable for that reason (it seems they are going all out in this model).

Thank you! Thanks! The Fairey Rotodyne is an autogyro. My model only has cyclic control (so the lateral and longitudinal tilting of the disc).

All the entries were awesome! This was a really hard decision. 11:10 3:6 13:4 5:3 4:2 8:1 Good luck everyone!

Hey everyone, As a final update before we go into voting, here's a little collage of some views of the plane: Good luck everyone!

I find it both comical and ingenious how you used the driver itself to control the flight surfaces. I also love that Simpson's head but feel that the driver needs some more color. Even replacing the arms with blue 2x1's could improve it. Good luck and great entry!

Perhaps missing some roundness toward the front, but that can be overlooked for sure because this MOC is surely awesome! You've done a great job!

Wow, this is very very cool! I especially like how the rotors turn in only 1 direction, a small but very important detail.

Your cab is looking excellent! Great work so far.

This is a truly amazing build. Great job!

Winners of Eurobricks TC14 contest: TECHNIC THEME PARK CONTEST 1st 3D Dizzy Builder: @shadow_elenter Category: Misc Instructions: no Topic Video 2nd Excalibur Builder: @Erik Leppen Category: Misc Instructions: no Topic Video 3rd Acrophobia Builder: @HallBricks Category: Misc Instructions: no Topic Video

I'd argue that you should buy a 42082 and save the rest of the money for something else. 42082 seems to be the best part pack out there and can benefit your inventory or your shelf since it is also a great model (I don't have one, but if I did, I'd keep it on display for a few months before using it elsewhere).

This plane is an absolute beauty both functionally and based on looks. Amazing job @Rudivdk and good luck in final voting!

1. FAIREY ROTODYNE Blast through the skies with this accurate replica of a historical plane! The Fairey Rotodyne is a combination of a helicopter and a plane produced by the British Fairey Aviation and was intended for military and commercial uses. It could fly at a decent speed, carry a good deal of passengers. So why did it never reach commercialization? It was too loud. And as a result of its 106 decibels, it remains a museum artifact. My model contains 7 functions and an option for motorization, as well as a display stand. It is not aimed at 100% accuracy, however, I wanted to replicate the functions to the best of my abilities. Functions Spinning rotors These can be manual, or operated by an external motor located in the plane's stand. Landing gear There are 3 wheels, each separately operated, and a 4th faux wheel to help with weight distribution. Propellers variable pitch Operated via a gear on the side of the plane Rudders Operated via a gear on the back of the plane Main rotors variable pitch -> left to right, front to back Operated by one to 2 two-axis joysticks found in the cabin Ailerons Operated via one of 2 two-axis joysticks in the cabin Elevators (elevons) Operated via one of 2 two-axis joysticks in the cabin This model also has looks in mind, however. A lot of time was spent creating subtle angles and assuring that proportions were correct. Video Pictures Link to discussion topic: That's all. This build has been marvelously fun for me and I hope you enjoy the final product! Happy voting! -BbBT

Thanks Nigel! You're totally right, this competition will be tough. There are lots of great entries.

Sounds cool! May I also send a PM?