The scientific genius of Leonardo da Vinci is brought to life through this articulated model. The invention that inspired this snap-together replica is taken from the pages of Da Vinci’s priceless and awe-inspiring notebooks. All models are made of plastic and require no special tools. Manuals are very educational and teach how these inventions have evolved into what they are today.

Attempting to increase the firepower of a traditional cannon; Leonardo da Vinci designed the 12-barreled gun carriage in the fifteenth century. This cannon; which was designed to rest on a rolling cart; had a wider target area and also had the advantage of being able to be loaded at the same time it was firing...