Final Project

Week 1: The Initial Plan

The Problem

There are plenty of toys that automatically throw balls for dogs, but what about cats? I present to you, the Cat Toy Launcher! (name TBD) The main issue with playing fetch with a cat is that cats do not care what you want them to do and wouldn't bring a toy back. My project would solve this problem by attaching a cat toy to a rope that is able to be launched and then automatically reeled back in. Ideally, the launcher would be connected to a remote controller. This way, you can still keep your cat entertained even if you're working from home and can't leave your desk. There could also be some sort of safety feature that leaves the toy out for longer if the cat is actively playing with it. I'm unsure exactly how the mechanism would work at this point, but I'm hoping to learn the skills to see if it's possible!

Sketches & Inspiration