Place pieces in low bucket

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The issue will be about how the arm of the robot can lift the specimen(without the clip) to the low bucket and place the specimen in the lower basket.

[Walker21122008]

TapScanner-2024-10-01.pdf Still planning on how to lift the extensions up. So far, got a base on how to design the extensions for turning it and how extending it upwards would help to reach the lower basket more easily. Here is a video regarding it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gvLKQObC_o4

Flexlift Linear System Working Principle Linear slides typically employ a mechanism to convert rotational motion into linear motion. This is often achieved using a belt or string system. The belt or string is wrapped around a pulley or spool, which is then rotated by a motor. As the pulley or spool turns, the belt or string unwinds, causing the sliding element to move linearly along the track.

Parts (for reference):

• REV 15mm Extrusion
• REV UltraHex Motors
• REV UltraPlanetary Gearbox
• REV Timing Belts and Pulleys REV Bearings

Pros:

• This design significantly extends the robot's reach, allowing it to access game elements or scoring areas that would otherwise be out of range. The arm configuration with multiple extensions on each end can potentially provide greater vertical and horizontal reach compared to simpler arm designs.
• With extrusions attached to both ends, the arm structure gains additional stability, which is crucial when manipulating game elements. This increased stability can lead to more precise and controlled movements, especially when lifting and placing objects.
• The multiple extension points help to distribute the weight of the arm and any carried game elements more evenly. This balanced weight distribution can reduce stress on individual components and potentially improve the overall performance of the mechanism.

Cons:

• Implementing an arm with multiple extensions requires advanced design and construction skills. The increased number of moving parts and joints adds complexity to both the mechanical build and the control system.
• Belts or strings can stretch under heavy loads, which could reduce accuracy or even lead to failure over time.
• The additional components needed for this complex arm design may significantly increase the robot's overall weight. This could impact mobility and power consumption, potentially affecting other aspects of the robot's performance.

This would be effectively better since it is faster and more steadier when the block is being lifted to the basket and is released.

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Second design Idea planning drawing

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Tried to do a TinkerCad model from one of the contest videos and check if it was steady enough. Result: Might make the robot wobble a bit due to the heavy load from the specimen at the end of the arm.

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Third method: Design: This would include a gear. We need to create a 3d design of a thin rectangular block with 30 teeth gear on it. This linear block would be attached to the extrusion and help extend the extrusion upwards easily. The problem with this is that it would only be able to reach up to the first basket and not the second but, it is more effective and there would be less errors.