A lightweight fixture was designed for mounting heavy equipment, focusing on reducing material usage while maintaining structural integrity. The project involved conducting material characterization of 3D-printed PLA, ABS, and PC through uniaxial tensile testing to evaluate their mechanical properties. Using CAD and FEA simulations, a 317g structure was prototyped, optimizing weight without compromising strength. The printed fixture was tested and successfully withstood 18kN of force, ensuring efficient load distribution and minimizing production costs for industrial applications.
As part of a team of 15 students, we designed and manufactured an automated onion harvester from the ground up. We developed the entire vehicle along with a custom harvesting mechanism, which was powered by an engine and connected via a friction clutch, allowing it to be engaged or disengaged during operation. The mechanism featured an onion counter built using an Arduino and a low-resolution camera that could distinguish onions from rocks based on size and color. Despite the complexity of the project, we successfully completed it within a budget of $4,000.
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