This first week as a FabAcademy student has been a very nice and unforgettable experience with the desire to learn about digital manufacturing and the recent technologies that link this science.
About my project
This project consists of the design and manufacture of a police robot,I'm looking forward to exploring different software and tools that will support me in achieving my goals and manufactured in 3D printing, is based on the design of a Martian rover configured with six tires. The robot incorporates a double security camera and is controlled via Bluetooth technology. The chassis design has been achieved using generative design techniques in Autodesk Inventor, inspired by the bone structure of an armadillo, which has allowed for a significant reduction in volume and weight compared to traditional designs. Additionally, the platform is built on a xiao rp2040 microcontroller module, using motor drivers and Bluetooth modules. This development aims to combine operational efficiency, versatile mobility and advanced aerodynamics, ideal for security tasks and autonomous or semi-autonomous patrolling. I'm looking forward to exploring different software and tools that will support me in achieving my goals.
The structure of the robot
The robot structure combines the all-terrain mobility principles of space rovers with the structural efficiency of natural organisms, thus achieving a 3D design that is not only robust and adaptable, but also aerodynamic. In this research, Autodesk Inventor software is used with generative design tools to optimize the weight and strength of the structure.
Materials and methods
This section describes the design and manufacturing process of the police robot, divided into three key components: the mechanical part, the electronic part and the computer part. Each of these areas has been developed using specific tools and advanced design techniques, integrating biomimicry principles and remote control technologies.
Final design
Once the geometric shape of the main chassis has been designed, we proceed to 3D printing using the Bambu Lab 3D printer, then adjustments will be made to the thickness and joining sections. The assembly of the Martian rover mechanism uses bolted joints through bearings, which allows free movement and reduced friction. Likewise, the non-movable joints were assembled using self-tapping bolts, thus optimizing the assembly and strength of the chassis.
