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A Sanding Robot to smooth large timbers and prevent wear on the hands from excessive vibration.
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First prototype, built in 2020. It used a Makeblock robotics kit and was controlled with an app to deliver a working proof of concept. Issue: small brush motors burned out
2nd Prototype Built in 2022, used for dozens of hours Transmission: Mechanical Automatic switching: no
3rd Prototype Built in 2022, used for dozens of hours Transmission: Mechanical Automatic switching: No
Update on the 3rd prototype, Added electronics to handle direction switching and sander lateral movement
Latest and greatest Prototype, completely automated direction change and sander movement utilizing distance sensors and stepper motors
In Progress: "sander arm" prototype to be completed by December 2024 for MIE 415 capstone project at Umass Amherst
