This document summarizes the design of a solar panel collector. It includes sections on the complete collector model, linkage synthesis to determine pivot points and lengths, motion studies analyzing motor torque and the four bar mechanism, force body diagrams, gear calculations, stress analysis, assembly diagrams, bill of materials, and descriptions of sensors used including ultrasonic, IR, encoders, and line trackers. State diagrams and strategy components are outlined to pick up and transport solar panels across a test field using line following capabilities.
9. FBD of the four bar
mechanism
a = 0.304 in
b = 1.536 in
c = 2.881 in
d = 4.278 in
Following values are
obtained from 3DprinterOS
after Slice
W2 = 23.59g =0.052 lbf
W3 = 294.38g = 0.649 lbf
W4 = 13.69g = 0.03 lbf
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W3 W2
W4
a
b
c
d
e
Dy
Dx
M4
Ay
Ay
10. FBD of the four bar mechanism (Continued)
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W3 W2
W4
a
b
c
d
ii
Dy
Dx
M4
Dy
11. FBD of the Gripper (Continued)
Cy
Cx
By
Bx
11
W3
gg
ff hh
12. FBD of the Rocker (Continued)
W4
Cy
Cx Dy
Dx
12
kk
zz
jj
14. Gear FBD and EOE
R1 (pitch circle radius)= 1.5 in
ΣMlink = 2.47 in*lbf
ΣY = -Ay - F1 = 0
ΣX = Ax = 0
ΣMA = Mlink - (F1*r1) = 0
ΣMA = 2.47in*lbf - (F1*1.5 in) = 0
F1 = 1.65 lbf
r1
Ax
Ay
F1
Mlink
A
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15. Gear Stress Analysis
F = = = 1.64 lbf
Teeth Width = = = 0.065 in
Area of segment= Teeth Width * Thickness
= 0.065in * 0.3 in
= 0.0196 in^2
Shear Stress = = = 83.67 psi
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16. Gear Factor of Safety
According to SD3D Shear strength of PLA is
7250 psi
Factor of Safety = =
FOS = 86.65
https://www.sd3d.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/MaterialTDS-PLA_01.pdf
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21. Motor Current at Max Torque Position
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According to the data from
lab3 we have current vs speed
graph with the slope equation
y=-0.0017x + 0.3203
Where the “x” is speed(RPM)
calculated 137.58 in previous
slide.
y=-0.0017*(137.58) + 0.3203
Therefore,
Current = 0.086 A.
22. Velocity Analysis (Max Torque Position) - Mathcad
ICC
O4
O2
B
I13
A
C
rad/
sec
rad/
sec
in/
sec
in/
sec
in/
sec
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It’s calculated that we have
4.58 RPM crank speed
4.58 RPM = 0.479 rad/sec
w2 = 0.479 rad/sec
Speed of the outer end of
the aluminum plate
25. FBD of Aluminum Plate X1 = 1.23in
X2 = 2.73in
W1(Weight of Alumni
plate) = 0.35 lbf
ΣMz = (0.35lbf*2.73in)
-(F*1.23in)
F =0.77lbf
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F
x1
W1
x2
Z
F is the point where the grabber’s end point contacts with the plate.F
value will be used in following calculations
26. FBD on Servo and Gripper Mechanism in locked position
F = 0.77 lbf a=1.2 in b= 0.237 in
d = 2.085in W= 0.35lbf
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F
Ay
Ax
Dy
Dx
A
D
B
C
a
b
d
M3
27. FBD on L2 and L4 Mechanism in locked position
Ay
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By
Bx
Cy
Cx
Cy
Cx
Dy
Dx
F
32. Summary of Sensors Used
Ultrasonic Sensor:
An ultrasonic sensor is an electronic device that measures the distance of a target object by emitting ultrasonic sound
waves, and converts the reflected sound into an electrical signal.
IR Remote:
A handheld device that can operate electronic equipment through the emission of light signals in the infrared (IR) range.
Motor Encoders:
An electromechanical device that provides an electric signal, providing closed loop feedback signals by tracking the
position of a motor shaft.
Line Trackers:
Consist of infrared light sensors and an infrared LED, and functions by illuminating a surface with infrared light; the
sensor then picks up the reflected infrared radiation, and the intensity of the radiation determines the reflectivity of the
objects, which in our case are black tape and the table where the field is set up.
Motorized Potentiometer:
Reliable linear potentiometer allows us to control processes such as speed controls and tensioning motors etc.
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Robot 1 will be placed in a position such that it is ready to grab the 45 degree panel, and the second robot likewise with the 25 degree panel
Once underway, robot 1 will grab the 45 panel, raise the arm motor a set amount, and back up a small amount
We will then have it turn right until the right line sensor senses a line, turning 180 degrees
Line following will ensue until an intersection is detected by the line sensors
At the intersection, we turn left until we sense a line, thereby making a 90 degree turn to the left
Line following will ensue until the ultrasonic sensors alert the robot that it is a certain distance from the base
We will move the arm motor to a pre-determined base panel level, then open the gripper to release the plate
Once the plate is replaced, we will send a signal to the robot to grip the new panel, raise the arm, and back up a little
We will then have it turn right until the right line sensor senses a line, turning 180 degrees
Line following will ensue until an intersection is detected by the line sensors
At the intersection, we turn right until we sense a line, thereby making a 90 degree turn to the right
Line following will ensue until the ultrasonic sensors alert the robot that it is a certain distance from the roof
We will move the arm motor to a pre-determined 45 panel level, then open the gripper to release the plate, then back up a small amount
We will then have it turn right until the right line sensor senses a line, turning 180 degrees
Line following will ensue until an intersection is detected by the line sensors
At the intersection, we turn left until we sense a line, thereby making a 90 degree turn to the left
Line following will ensue until the ultrasonic sensors alert the robot that it is a certain distance from the base
The robot then turns left (motor encoders will help in accurately turning 90 degrees left)
We will then go forward, crossing over into the other side of the field, until a line is detected
At the intersection, we turn left until we sense a line, thereby making a 90 degree turn to the left
Line following ensues until intersection
At the intersection, we turn left until we sense a line, thereby making a 90 degree turn to the left
Line following will ensue until the ultrasonic sensors alert the robot that it is a certain distance from the roof
Arm motor will raise to the 25 degree panel level, then we will collect the panel by activating the gripper sensor, then back up a little
We will then have it turn right until the right line sensor senses a line, turning 180 degrees
Line following ensues until intersection
At the intersection, we turn right until we sense a line, thereby making a 90 degree turn to the right
Line following will ensue until the ultrasonic sensors alert the robot that it is a certain distance from the base
We will move the arm motor to a pre-determined base panel level, then open the gripper to release the plate
Once the plate is replaced, we will send a signal to the robot to grip the new panel, raise the arm, and back up a little
We will then have it turn right until the right line sensor senses a line, turning 180 degrees
Line following will ensue until an intersection is detected by the line sensors
At the intersection, we turn left until we sense a line, thereby making a 90 degree turn to the left
Line following will ensue until the ultrasonic sensors alert the robot that it is a certain distance from the roof
We will move the arm motor to a pre-determined 45 panel level, then open the gripper to release the plate, then back up a small amount