A quick sketch on how our drive system will look
A few notes:
- As decided by the team, our drive system should have multiple points of traction along each axis of motion. This will require the construction of an axle along the length of the hinge, A coupling to attach the axle to the motor, and multiple gear meshes (most likely a pair of 2).
- Delrin or some other self-lubricating plastic will be ideal for the support structure. The coefficient of friction between stainless steel and Delrin would make more complex ball bearings needless. Maintenance in the long term would also be reduced
- Gears could be cut on the water-jet.
- Exposed or hidden Gears? A few weeks ago, this issue came up and the team decided the folllowing: That hidden gears would be ideal, but since an alternative could not be developed, Exposed would be acceptable. Unfortunately not all of our group recalls this conversation. As a result, drive system design has been put on hold until further notice. Some team members would like to ask outside mechanical engineers for a second opinion.
- I'm really sick of gears ...and welcome someone else to try if they are unhappy with the results.
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