Howdy,
I would appreciate any feedback or insight the community may have on this. I'd like to use the SpokePOV to create a display for a Maker Faire booth. Given the design of the booth, a bike isn't a good option. Thus, I'm looking at ways to have a SpokePOV rotate via electric power, and be safe enough for kids that may be visiting the booth.
The best idea I could think of so far would be to mount the SpokePOV inside a box or pedestal fan. I plan to order 3 boards, so I believe it would only need to go ~7mph. However, without trying, I'm not sure if the fan grill/cage will disrupt the image too much, or if I can place the magnet for the hall sensor appropriately. Additionally, I'm trying to think if there are any other safety aspects I'm overlooking.
Has anyone tired a similar approach?
Or any have an other ideas for making the SpokePOV into a booth display that doesn't require a bike?
Thanks!
Drew
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