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2DOF first sim

Discussion in 'New users start here - FAQ' started by smoukn, Nov 5, 2016.

  1. smoukn

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    Hi everyone!

    I found this forum a while ago, and start to think how great it would be, to have a motion platform at home. I just moved to a house and got plenty of space. So I finally decided to start my own project.

    For the sake of simplicity I will start with 2DOF sim, with peddals attached to moving platform. I really like Erwan960 sim, so I am thinking to make one like his.

    I started with small scale model, made from Lego technics and couple of servos. I took my Arduino, hook things up, and the model came alive! Wow! It's moving! :)

    I uploaded a video to vimeo, but don't have 5 posts yet, so I cant paste a link. I will, as soon as I can.

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    Here is the first video of my model.



    What do you think? Is it time to go full scale? I think it is! :D
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    I'm kind of in the same position as you only i'm a bit less experienced.
    I love your scale model but i can't really see how it's built so it would be awesome if you showed us :)
    Also I would love to know how you setup Simtools :)
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    Hey Mathis!

    I'm glad you like my model. Here are a couple of pics of model:
    20161105_143948.jpg 20161105_144027.jpg 20161105_144036.jpg

    As you can see, you have to make some sort of U-joint, which supports moving part of platform. I was really lucky that holes of motors alligned with lego holes. So the motors are attached firmly. As you can see on the 3rd picture, I had to glue one lego piece to moving shaft of motor.

    I used Arduino UNO and code from @aerobbie. Here is the link from FAQ: https://www.xsimulator.net/community/faq/arduino-code-for-use-with-various-hardware-and-simtools.31/

    I also followed this post: https://www.xsimulator.net/community/threads/2dof-simulator-servo-model.6851/#post-77270

    Here are my simtools settings. I don't really know, if these settings are ok, but it works.

    Screenshot_1.jpg Screenshot_2.jpg

    I hope these pics will help you, with your build.
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    OK, after small research, I have decided to go with the @Erwan960 design. I want to spend minimum ammount of money for my first build. I can always upgrade later.

    Here are the parts I am planning to use:

    - 2x 12V DC Geared Motor, Motor with 50:1 ratio Gearbox - http://www.ebay.com/itm/112191134096?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT (125$ + shipping)
    - Arduino UNO (already have it)
    - Monster Moto H-bridge (5$) OR Semiconductor BTS7960B 43A Stepper Motor Driver H-Bridge (10$) OR Pololu Dual VNH5019 Motor Driver (50$)
    - PSU DC 12V Universal Regulated Switching Power Supply - http://www.ebay.de/itm/DC-12V-Unive...hash=item43ece7210d:m:mwMOVgkcKuh5iSViLgVFe6A (55$ + shipping)

    Questions:
    Which motor driver should I pick? I know you guys are having problem with these cheap clones, what about BTS (IBT-2)? If you recommend Pololu I am willing to invest little more $$$ for this.
    Do I need 2 PSUs or just one?
    Will this motors be enough for this design?
    How much weight can this design/motors withstand on top (moving) platform. I have around 80kg?

    Thank you in advance for all the answers.
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    The MMs work fine, it is just a bit of a lucky dip.

    I would suggest 2 PSUs, the motors will have some significant power spikes and it simplifies things with isolate PSUs per motor.

    The motors will be fine for what you have planned, just make sure it is well balanced.

    You can work out the theoretical load capacity, but do also allow for mechanical loss: https://www.xsimulator.net/community/faq/calculating-basic-linear-speed-and-forces.89/
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    Thank you noorbeast.

    I've just ordered motors and MM. :)
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    @noorbeast Just one more queston regarding PSUs. Do I have to order 600W 50amps, or will be enough to order 400W 33A, since on the specification of motor I see it uses 23Amps current? These are way cheaper.
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    Thank you for advice @noorbeast. I ordered HP DL380, the modification looks quite easy.
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    Finally!

    The parts have begun arriving. I have successfully moded PSUs and tested motors.

    20161114_172849.jpg

    I connected the motors directly to PSU. Motors were quite noisy. Is this normal?

    Shold I now open the new thread in "DIY Motion Simulator Projects"?

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    I would not regard DC motors as noisy, can you shoot a video to show what you mean.
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    The motors looks used. One of them actually has sticker "noisy" on the gearbox. But both of them are very loud I think. And the noise seems to be getting out of motor itself, not the gearbox.
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    You can undo a couple of bolts and pop the gearbox off, that will give you a good idea if it is gearbox or engine that is noisy.
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    They are both noisy as before, even with the gearbox off.
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    In the link you posted they're said to be seller refurbished
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    Yeah I know. I didn't expect the motors to be new, but at least that they would work as they should.
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