Embedded Files
Components
Components
The motor for the arm, with a rotatable rod. Built by me.
The battery pack, for 2 AA batteries. Built by me.
The reverse switch for the box, built by Anthony Normand.
The limit switch for the box, built by Anthony Normand.
Test PRints
Test PRints
Hinge
Hinge
The hinge was test printed multiple times before success
The first hinge was so small it snapped when attempted to move, also fusing the rod and hole together.
The second print was unsuccessful as well, with the individual links fusing with the opposite side's body.
This final hinge was a success.
Motor Hole
Motor Hole
The hole the motor arm went through was tested as well, a success.
Arm
Arm
The arm was test printed to ensure it fit snugly on the motor.
Designing the Box
Designing the Box
Complete box assembly
Complete box assembly
Here is a section view that cut off a wall of the box. The limit switch, motor, arm, reverse switch, component side, outside, and lid are all shown.
DRAWINGS
DRAWINGS
Outside
Outside
The exterior of the box contained both the lid and case of the box. Shown in the carousel is
Inside
Inside
The interior section was a piece that held all of the hardware for the box, and slid in to fit inside it. Shown is an isometric view of the assembled piece with the hardware.
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