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12. Mechanical design, machine design

Group assignment:

  • Design a machine that includes mechanism + actuation + automation + application

  • Build the mechanical parts and operate it manually.

  • Actuate and automate your machine.

  • Document the group project

To see our group assignment click here

Individual assignment:

  • Document your individual contribution.

12. Mechanical design, machine design

Group assignment:

  • Design a machine that includes mechanism + actuation + automation + application

  • Build the mechanical parts and operate it manually.

  • Actuate and automate your machine.

  • Document the group project

To see our group assignment click here

Individual assignment:

  • Document your individual contribution.

Introduction

For this project, I designed a SCARA robot capable of drawing.
The robot can be controlled in two different ways: - Using servo motors - Using two MCC modules

This project is related to robotics, embedded systems, and digital fabrication.
It helped me improve my skills in: - 3D modeling - Mechanical assembly - 3D printing - Electronics integration - Robot control systems

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2. 3D Printing Process

After completing the design, I started printing the different parts of the SCARA robot using a 3D printer.

Printed parts include: - Robot arms - Base structure - Motor supports - Pen holder

The printing parameters were adjusted to obtain better precision and stronger parts.

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3. Assembly Process

After printing the parts, I assembled the different components of the robot.

Assembly steps: - Fixing the servo motors - Connecting the robot arms - Installing the drawing mechanism - Verifying the movement of the joints

This step allowed me to test the mechanical behavior of the robot.

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Glue Gun Usage in the Project

The glue gun was used during the assembly process of the project to fix and secure different components together.

A glue gun is a tool that melts glue sticks using heat and applies hot adhesive material to surfaces.

Main uses in the project: - Fixing electronic components - Holding wires in place - Reinforcing mechanical parts - Temporary or permanent assembly

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4. Final Product

The final SCARA robot was successfully assembled and tested.

Main functions: - Drawing capability - Motor control - Mechanical movement demonstration

The robot can reproduce movements and draw shapes using the pen system.

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5. Video Demonstration

Several videos were recorded to demonstrate: - The robot movement - The drawing process - Servo motor operation - Final system functionality