1. ME 102B project contributions
Theoretical Calculations
The first job I had on the team was to decide which motor to use with regards to the project.
That required an understanding of the physical system surrounding the motion of this robot.
The motion is taking the rotational motion of the sprocket to force the threaded rod to move
linearly. This can be thought of as the conversion of mechanical power from rotational motion
to translational motion. Thus, given the known constraints and desires of the motion of the
robot, a full system can be developed, as in the picture below:
Once the physical system was decided by the above, I went about finding motors which fit the
bill. 3 Different motors where considered, but in the end the Pololu 25D 9.7:1 HP was a good fit.
2. 3D Modeling of the Device
The next portion consisted of modeling contributions as well as with the creation of
manufacturing drawings for the production of the parts.
