Making a Tensegrity Table that Actually works!

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[@headrobotics]

Springiness of previous designs could be credited to the strings and reduced with cables that had less give. So they could work with the right materials and tensioning.

[@thingswelike]

That's what I thought too - that thin rope was likely to be quite stretchy.

[@oscarrosengren3704]

Same thought!

[@Millerwave]

Exactly! He should build the cool non-touching one using cable. If the legs themselves don't bend and the cable doesn't stretch it should work.

[@ItsRenderInnit]

They still wobble, I’ve seen them made of steel cable and chain as well.

[@Millerwave]

@@ItsRenderInnit Bummer! I wonder what gives?

[@earlye]

Pretty sure that once the dowels are touching, it's no longer tensegrity. In particular, the dowels are now bending members. Not to say the design isn't cool - it definitely is; I think it's just more appropriately classified as a reciprocal frame than tensegrity.

[@ilikewaffles3689]

True. This is clickbait.

[@AfroNinja720]

I mean look at the thumbnail, he edited out the wires

[@earlye]

I don't think it's "clickbait" per se. I think the structure is simply mis-classified. Click bait would be: "You won't BELIEVE how this ONE WEIRD TRICK made Tensegrity Table ACTUALLY WORK!"

[@fredericapanon207]

I suspect that if @Alexandre Chappel had put the brass channels closer to the ends of the wooden members, he would have been able to keep the wood legs separated for a true integrity table.

[@batagnam]

I did my master thesis on tensegrity and sir, you are correct ! Furthermore, the glass is a rigid object joining other rigid object so even if the dowels were separated, still not complete tensegrity :) Still nice table !

[@vetexio4439]

This original structure will probably make a cool chair leg. I'll love a springy chair haha

[@lazarjovic9948]

Definitely agreed on some sort of chair variation, I think a springy chair would be really comfy to sit in!

[@invitrace9185]

Honestly I'm making one for my 3D printer - springy means the sound from the printer wont piss off my downstairs neighbors as much

[@lazarjovic9948]

@@invitrace9185 for a 3d printer, you should look into adding a concrete slab under the printer, see the KZbin channel CNC kitchen for that video and explainer

[@achappel]

That's a great idea!

[@smashyrashy]

@@lazarjovic9948 why?

[@lucacorallocaro4287]

I've been working in a school project for about a month now, and you may not believe it but one of my proposals was this exact table but just with 3 legs. Fortunately I didn't end up choosing that path because 16 hours ago someone did it first so I cant do it any more for my project. What a coincidence men. By the way now I'm working on a big table that follows the tensegrity principles I it's turning out pretty cool , so I hope the same coincidence doesn't happen again. This ended up being a really long comment. I've been watching your videos for years now and I still love them as much as the first day.

[@nnrcs95]

insane craftsmanship

[@matteo23battini]

Great project, for better stability I think you should set a wooden table on the structure with some weight and then, once the rope is under the maximum tension, tighten the screws. By doing this way you maybe could have managed to use also the other structures

[@jameshanoomansing1442]

brilliant....also love your Bridgeport milling machine.....big respect from Mauritius

[@Dworshak]

I feel like one aspect of your builds that is missing in each video is some idea of how long it takes. It would be nice if in the description or somewhere you put roughly how much time you spent building whatever it is you're making in the videos. I really enjoy watching what you make, but it always feels like it only takes you one or two days, due to how its edited.

[@nikilragav]

Wholeheartedly agree

[@trygveevensen171]

Haven't thought of that before, but I absolutely agree

[@fredericapanon207]

It would also be nice to provide the time length of the initial design phase. I am sure he spent some time figuring out the dimensions of the legs and the cables. Build iterations are inevitable but that initial design phase isn't instantaneous.

[@Arcticwhir]

Yeah there is a slight illusion, I would bet from design phase to completion...1-2 weeks.

[@RonakDhakan]

The 3-legged-stringy-springy-table would have been cool.

[@RonakDhakan]

And considering that wires would not stretch as much as the string, it could have been a lot sturdier than we think.

[@DanteYewToob]

It would make a good chair probably. Something you can gently bounce in while you think, like a full body fidget. I do that all the time in my computer chair, but I'm light so it's really hard to push down... lol

[@snowpaw360]

Seen it attempted but it wobbled like crazy, i think it was Kazmoses that did it.

[@sebastianolsson9063]

I LOVE the fact that you also watch James Bruton!

[@trevsweb]

one of the most underrated creative channels on youtube. just does his thing and loves what he does.

[@ebikehacker]

I LIKED THAT TO THE ROBOT DOG IS CLASS

[@JessyRenae]

You are an absolute genius!

[@marsgizmo]

excellent project Alex! 👏😎

[@steeki2518]

Yoo marsgizmo! Only 3k left to 1 mill

[@kostasdrakakis8386]

Shut up marsgizmo ,your name sucks and your creativity sucks too !!!

[@smashyrashy]

@@kostasdrakakis8386 ikr

[@smashyrashy]

Stfu mars

[@lilypower]

Didn't see it amongst the comments, put marks on the string where one side of the leg should be, then you can tighten the string as you pull it through the leg and all the legs have exactly the same distance from each other. 🙂 Great build and awesome content as usual!

[@ΕλληΠετρακη]

You honestly are a genius

[@khenderick]

Nice concept. In a future version, you could create two locking screws in one leg so you can have the wire ends connecting inside a leg

[@loopinnerthe]

Super cool build. I have seen so many tensegrity wobbly builds, this is a proper table that you can put coffee on without having to suffer continuous anxiety.

[@BruceAUlrich]

Really cool concept and iteration!

[@3rdIsBest]

I made one of these with welded box tube and chains; super sturdy but still very wobbly!

[@marcosmagardi]

Really nice project Alex! From Brazil 🇧🇷

[@Macatho]

The amount of work done... Mind blown.

[@schmidtroselli]

I'm from Brazil! I love your channel!

[@Gah_Hofs]

hey I think someone might have told you this already, but the wooden chips sucks up all the oil from the lathe sliding parts, so make sure to keep it well lubed and clean after use! Another awesome project Alex, love your work!

[@901D]

You're designing process is so inspiring and the results are awesome! Well done!

[@veromashka]

Amazing project!

[@StephenBoyd21]

Very cool table.

[@Robc509]

Nice, that is a great looking table too!

[@psychoprosthetic]

Great design.

[@williamsanders6092]

Beautiful table!!

[@mathi3933]

Now we need a project for the IKEA-coffee-table-base that came with the glass tabletop!

[@pnwRC.]

SWEET project!

[@streetballplayer100]

I really like the way you present your ideas with the immediate showing of a prototype! That makes a huge difference! Well done

[@eganshepherd8902]

Thanks Alex i learnt 5 things i never knew i needed to know haha

[@christianp3388]

That slot in the threaded insert is for cutting threads. Flip it around and screw a threaded rod into it, then lock it into place with a nut. Then drive it in with a drill.

[@joshcosta423]

Probably my favorite project of yours so far

[@flymypg]

While I always enjoy each of Alexandre's builds, this one actually makes me happy! Why? Because, with some simplifications, it is well within BOTH my skillset and my tool set. The first simplification, as I have no lathe, would be to buy hardwood round stock. Next, the top and bottom 3D printed caps could screw flush to the ends or slip over them, eliminating the need for the shoulder. Just cut the stock to length, finish it, and add a few pilot holes on each end. Perhaps use a flared conical section the leg would insert into. So many possibilities! To simplify things further, as I have neither long drill bits nor the ability to drill deep centered holes, would be to replace the locking brass inserts with carriage bolts through the legs (using a 3D printed drill guide) and eyelet nuts, with the eyelet on the inside. Wrap the wire multiple times around each eyelet for some friction to get the right final geometry. Fiddly to adjust, but it should be doable. If getting the bolts right becomes a problem, even simpler would be to use split-ring pipe hangers with eyebolts. Again, many possibilities. The thing is, by changing only the wire length, the same legs may be used for a low coffee table and also for taller matching end-tables with a smaller diameter top. Such versatility! Would need to verify the end-table stability. Yes, this looks to be totally doable, even by me. I'm very happy!

[@Creative_Electronics]

Nice project! Nice video Alexandre :)

[@ChristianN-]

Great build!

[@supersonicCoach]

Nice on, live your thinking process. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@Mr2at]

That is the cleverest thing i've seen made on this channel. Bravo

[@ChrisPowellFSD]

This is amazing. Very well thought out. I love how you seamlessly mix materials like wood and 3D printing. Very inspiring.

[@rajatsawarkar]

thts the level of surety i want in life, love watching you make and print stuff

[@amx3000]

Very nice concept! And cool inplementation!

[@NKCubed]

it do look amazing

[@alsanova]

That's look awesome! Nice build 👍👌🙂

[@Californer]

Dude, thanks, good work

[@USAMark70]

The top ends should have been red so they look like big matchsticks! :) Cool stuff! Thanks for the video and idea!

[@christopherenoch4230]

Great project and video... Thanks.

[@RoyBlumenthal]

Pure wizardry!

[@wuugie]

thats a real good one alex

[@Th3Puck]

This is the best thing you have made - I would buy it if it was sold in stores (dont have a workshop or the skills to make it) Good Job

[@marksinasac7298]

Awesome Work!

[@filipkonrad7144]

Wow! Good job 👍

[@massonmilo5754]

Every time I watch your video makes me feel amazed and also have a nice mood !!! Love your project and laugh !!!

[@DimONMINIpeople]

Awesome use of metal lathe and BP. Love the brass pins

[@Oliveirafarmer]

Dude you are a genius!!! 🤓🙉👍🏻👏🏻

[@Love4everFree]

Evan and Katelyn did a tensegrity table too that they crazy over engineered to be more stable. I need both of these hahaha

[@stophnerf]

Would be really nice to lathe out a filleted taper towards the centre of each of the legs, so that the points where they are most likely to touch has more space. You probably wouldn't want to stand on it after that, but it'd highlight the gravity-defying techniques used, and hero the engineering a little more. Something that you should be able to do if/when you receive the new wire connector and have to disassemble. Would be good to see you revisit later on!

[@kingmallow]

Great job

[@FlameMage2]

Looks nice good job man!

[@FrancoGrimoldi]

You make these things look easy... that's how good you are, thanks!

[@everythingnnothingpodcast]

You're a Rockstar. Keep Movin, Keep Movin.

[@lei_cao]

really cool stuff. continue try more things!

[@Pacwind31]

Alexandre, you are a madman! I’ll never build it, but loved watching it!!!

[@ElliotNesterman]

As was said below, the bounce of your first two prototypes is down to the stretch of the cord you used. Using wire rope tensioned with turnbuckles should remove the bounce.

[@hemantmamgai7425]

Anyone else became fan after the camera rig video!

[@asalottin]

You're such a skilled person -- congratulations Alex! Amazing work!

[@alexandrealbergaria6224]

this would be an amazing type of camping table since it collapse so easily! Good Job ALEX! awesome skills as always!

[@enginesandmore1013]

This is awesome 👌

[@jeftesantiago]

1:04 and, that do not spill my coffee!

[@AsitShouldBe]

Wonderful!! The first version of your table is nice for make some milkshake 😁😁

[@mughat]

if you glue/weld threads on the end of your cables you can screw it into into the brass sleeves making the connection point hidden.

[@HamSamwichCHAPS]

Awesome mate

[@woody4431]

Another amazing video. Love the precision that goes into your projects and your enthusiasm.

[@eddierf791]

Love your videos mate

[@cranktowncity]

It may seem like a small detail, but the way you measured your brass to part it off on the lathe is fricken smart man. I'll be doing that from here on out, thanks! Great project as always! Keep it up!

[@Drunk-Mosquitos]

Love you designs and how you incorporate so many different types of material in your builds!

[@Allan-mf1he]

Very good ja.

[@marinpopski867]

so coool!!!!!!Love your work bro!

[@ToolShow]

What a fantastic design! Thanks Alexandre! Now I need to make a coffee table. :)

[@SaitoGray]

Don't care if it's tensigrity or not, that design looks awesome!

[@jaredhelder]

Wish I could have a workshop like yours. Great work!

[@Mmmmn520]

That’s really cool 😎

[@Fuppe.]

You deserve more subs and veiws

[@Limpan0500]

wow. just wow

[@johanbrits426]

Dude! your videos are really awesome. I discovered you a few weeks back and its always entertaining to actually watch your videos from every point of view. the sound, video editing etc. And I will definitely at some point try and build sound panels. need them. I always learn something new as well. Keep it up!

[@abdullah-ze4bc]

i hope the cable hold up long term but over all a pretty cool project. nice job!

[@robreneau2959]

Looks great, I'd like to try it with clear acrylic rods and LED Filament Wire.

[@johannes.f.r.]

Very interesting. I think I would omit the cable entirely and just attach the legs to each other at the intersections.

[@stathisbikos6563]

If you end up working with steel wire a lot, invest in a good pair of parrot bill wire cutters. They don't mess up the strands while cutting.

[@Guikri]

Anyone noticed the absorber that is on the edge of collapsing? (around @14:10min) :D I think it's time for a "Fixing everything I hate about my shop 2021 video" :D!

[@georgeswahid4663]

You are such an amazing person, i cant get bored of your videos 😍😍😍😍

[@NicosProjects]

Grat Job! Best regards Nico from Nico’s Projects

[@bartoszdoega3804]

tensegrity hybrid, but much more pracical - awesomes!

[@raffaelesala992]

Great project, very well designed !

[@paulsholar9356]

(Sorry for this redundant comment ...) Hi Alex, I think that you created something closer to a RECIPROCAL FRAME project, rather than a TENSEGRITY project. You just happened to choose wires to stabilize the ends of the rods to each other. The bottom ends could have been bolted to another base frame or into separate bases installed into the ground, and the top ends could have been bolted to the table's top (or to a roof object). It is a reciprocal frame object because the rod members form their structure by applying stress only to each other. A true tensegrity object uses the anti-compression (longitudinal rigidity) feature of the rods as the primary load-bearing feature of the structure.

[@lesd40]

Lovely!

[@patrickbenthamradley5429]

Hello Alex, Thanks for another thought provoking & enjoyable film! I had a couple of ideas after seeing the film : 1: The legs look a tad like matches ! ...so: instead of turning them down to round, you could, in fact just use a router to take the sharp corners off and then print out red coloured top knobs...and bingo : you have a "five giant match table" instead! Smarmy ! :-) Thought 2 : : I wish I had a 3D printer too! ( and knew haw to use it !!! ;-) regards, Patrick

[@normantorok5919]

brilliant

[@vincentguttmann2231]

As always, a pretty nice project! I think it should also be possible to drill holes at the points where the legs touch, put screws through and then seal everything with small wood plugs. I think it would look even better, because it would be hard to see the plugs, and of course there is no wire

[@KevD333]

you deserve so many more subs. thank you for your content