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After optimal design was reached, measurements were taken and further prototypes were made with wood, washers, and screws. For further prototypes, height was added to final mechanism design to help achieve the goal of using the mechanism as a crusher. Links and frames were made by laser cutting 1/4" wood. 5/16" wooden rod and washers were used to create joints between links allowing free rotational movement between joints. Screws were used to place frame on plywood base. After prototyping with wood, conclusion was reached to reduce size of slider to reduce weight so coupler link would not break. Below is a figure containing all laser cut pieces.
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