Robotics is an increasing factor in modern day automation. As the cost of hardware decreases, providing long term benefits over its opposing counterparts, technology continues to replace tedious tasks once operated by humans, doing
so more efficiently with less percent error. For example, Amazon has thousands of robots that work within their warehouse to organize their products for distribution. What is interesting about these robots is that they can
move heavy pallets and pivot with immense control. But what if they didn’t have to pivot at all?
For this assignment, I will be designing a multi-directional (agile) part that will enhance the wheel’s degree of motion. Build dimensions are not limited to a certain criterion, however, part dimensions and portions must be logical.
Object must be designed to enable a vehicle to maneuver vertically, horizontally, and diagonally to be considered agile. Object must be agile.
Design concepts that align with the chosen strategy. Based on the decision
matrix, “mechanism” was selected to be the chosen strategy. Concept should be based around designing a mechanism that enables a robot to have agile movement.
For this project, we can assume that any material and machine process may be utilized for creative purpose of the assignment. Concepts are under the impression that a 12v DC motor is integrated. Functionality is the focus for this
project; object is assumed to be under light load and will not be calculated.
For assignment number three, I learned how to develop a decision matrix that prioritized criteria most important to the development of my part. I also realized the importance of part volume and how efficient manufacturing can become
when reducing material consumption.
| Date | Time | Activity |
|---|---|---|
| 10/4/18 |
2 hours | Brainstorm |
| 10/4/18 |
2 hours | Design Components |
| 10/5/18 |
10 mins | Update Gantt Chart |
| 10/6/18 |
40 mins | Upload to Webpage |
| 10/11/18 |
30 mins | Advising and complete |
| Name | Link | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| Colby, Garrett |
The CAD parts show a great visual representation of how you envisioned your concepts. Analysis for each functional requirement was also well thought out; providing good supported for your theory. |
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| Hanna, Nicholas | Re-used drawings from the last assignment, but that’s fine because most of us (including me) dove a bit into the conceptual phase anyways. Decision matrix has good criteria measurements. Your final decision looks
like it was a close call and you clearly highlight which strategy was your best bet. |
