Automata-4 Ben rides around the clock

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Ben takes center stage, pedaling his unicycle nonstop around the clock. Following a grueling stint at the gym, I sought to inject more movement into the character's routine, resulting in an idea that would have him traverse a circular path in a straightforward yet somewhat dull manner. To alleviate this monotony, I had him operate the minute hand of a clock as it rotates around a dial, incorporating gears to turn the hour hand simultaneously. This modification now enables the character to educate children on how to tell time while providing entertainment. A 3:1 ratio pair of bevel gears powers the unicycle's motion, while the friction generated between the wheel and the top surface of the box propels the legs forward, pedaling in a rhythmic motion.