Overview of Project Context
Optimizing this MRI positioning system will help the researchers achieve the level of precision needed to properly examine specimen in their MRI machine.
Project Objectives
Concisely list and prioritize the project objectives and constraints
High Priority Objectives
Design and build a table for mounting positioning system
Table must be mobile (mounted on wheels)
Table must have leveling capability
Table's height must be adjustable (6 inches desired)
Control mechanism/position readout inside the scanner room
Wire harness integrated into table to minimize risk of pinching wires
Second Priority Objectives
Tooling mount for rail attachments
Laser reference point
Other Constraints and Issues
0.5 mm precision needed on digital readout
≈0.5 cm precision desired for z axis adjustability
Z axis adjuster may be susceptible to vibrations caused by the machine
Minimal ferromagnetic materials can be used
WOW Design Solution
Laser level
Table has a shelf for equipment storage
Intermediate Milestones
Risk Reduction
Minimal magnetic materials
Vibration minimization
Cable management