Gravitational Energy Car

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This mechanical automobile operates without electronics and harnesses gravitational potential energy from a 1kg counterweight. As the weight falls, its potential energy transforms into kinetic energy, propelling the vehicle via a rope wound around the wheel shaft. The car's path resembles an eight due to a cylindrical cam utilized in its steering mechanism. Designed for a specific competition, I implemented trajectory simulation using C++ and even included a virtual assembly with an animation feature.