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Detailed illustrated tutorial on how to make a self-made mini cannon that can be launched

Detailed illustrated tutorial on how to make a self-made mini cannon that can be launched

As a fan of Clash of Clans, I was fascinated by the weapons... and the starting weapon in CoC is the cannon, so I wanted to make one...

Materials and tools: aluminum foil, springs, metal clips, matches, rubber bands, beads, and lighters.

Detailed illustrated tutorial on how to make a self-made mini cannon that can be launched

Take a piece of aluminum foil paper about 5 * 8 cm, the bigger the better. Find another tube about 3.5 cm.

Detailed illustrated tutorial on how to make a self-made mini cannon that can be launched

Roll up the aluminum foil paper to make an aluminum foil cylinder and remove it.

Detailed illustrated tutorial on how to make a self-made mini cannon that can be launched

Pinch the bottom of the foil cylinder to close it, then insert it against the spring force.

Detailed illustrated tutorial on how to make a self-made mini cannon that can be launched

The spring can play a protective role.

Detailed illustrated tutorial on how to make a self-made mini cannon that can be launched

Take a large metal clamp, fold the legs up, and tie a rubber band so it doesn't slip.

Detailed illustrated tutorial on how to make a self-made mini cannon that can be launched

Now take the cannons cylinder and install it between the legs of the clamp, your cannon is ready!

Detailed illustrated tutorial on how to make a self-made mini cannon that can be launched

Take out the matchstick and use scissors to cut off the flammable top part.

Detailed illustrated tutorial on how to make a self-made mini cannon that can be launched

Fill the barrel with match heads, you need a lot...

Detailed illustrated tutorial on how to make a self-made mini cannon that can be launched

Now place a small bead or something else that can be used as a cannonball.

Detailed illustrated tutorial on how to make a self-made mini cannon that can be launched

Use a lighter to heat the bottom of the barrel for a while.

Detailed illustrated tutorial on how to make a self-made mini cannon that can be launched

You will see beads flying in the air... Never shoot at people, and there should be no flammable items around! It is strongly recommended to wear a helmet and gloves, just in case!