This is a proof of concept of friction-based stabilizers. Hopefully, it is an inspiration to include the spine or such stabilizers in MOCs. If so, see this introduction to friction-based stabilizers.

Here are some pictures of what you could do with this ‘spine’ and what its limitations are.

Make a rib cage.

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How to attach a set of ribs or something else.

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The spine can bend backwards.

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With very sharp angles, the glider axle can pop out of the friction connector.

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Add friction with part 41678 or 69819. The spine becomes stronger, and the gliders cannot pop out, but it cannot bend backwards anymore. It can still get straight, though.

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Go full circle

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15 June 2024