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    This paper missile launcher is a stealth marvel (as long as no one notices the soda can strapped to your arm)

    Sept. 14, 2018

    YouTuber The Q illustrates how to utilize hydraulic and scissor technologies to create a magical yet impractical arm cannon that can shoot paper projectiles with precision.

    Are you looking for a new way to recycle your used soda cans? Are you a fan of uniquely ridiculous body armor and artillery? Then this arm-mounted, soda-can missile launcher might be the DIY project that you’ve been searching for. In a recent video, YouTuber The Q illustrates how to utilize hydraulic and scissor technologies to create a magical yet impractical arm cannon that can shoot paper projectiles with precision. 

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    Alexis Gajewski | Senior Content Strategist

    Alexis Gajewski has over 15 years of experience in the maintenance, reliability, operations, and manufacturing space. She joined Plant Services in 2008 and works to bring readers the news, insight, and information they need to make the right decisions for their plants. Alexis also authors “The Lighter Side of Manufacturing,” a blog that highlights the fun and innovative advances in the industrial sector. 

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