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6DOF Hexapod Using 750w AC Servos

Discussion in 'DIY Motion Simulator Projects' started by Guy Holden, Jan 5, 2023.

  1. Guy Holden

    Guy Holden New Member

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    My Motion Simulator:
    AC motor, 6DOF
    Here Is my Rendition of Peacemaker's v2 actuators, the guide will be printed out of PETG and epoxied to the carbon tube and then bolted to the ball nut using M5x50 cap head screws, to prevent layer separation and to hopefully make it stronger, a 2mm thick aluminium washer will go on top. I will also add a rubber bump stop for calibration, I just haven't figured out the best way to make that yet. the guide rods will be 10mm stainless or aluminium bar with 5mm holes drilled and tapped in each end. On top of the actuator I am using IGUS bearings that will be housed in the 3d print with a cap on top. I will be posting updates as parts arrive, any feedback would be appreciated. Actuator ball nut mount.JPG Actuator Carbon Rod Bearing.JPG Actuator overview.JPG
  2. Guy Holden

    Guy Holden New Member

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    My Motion Simulator:
    AC motor, 6DOF
    All parts have arrived, prototype actuator mostly assembled, ready to build the real thing x6 20230126_212129.jpg
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  3. Guy Holden

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    My Motion Simulator:
    AC motor, 6DOF
    Putting my cnc to work building motor mounts 20230129_153839.jpg 20230129_153851.jpg 20230129_153826.jpg 20230129_153851.jpg 20230129_153839.jpg 20230129_153826.jpg
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  4. Guy Holden

    Guy Holden New Member

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    My Motion Simulator:
    AC motor, 6DOF
    Custom parts collection is getting bigger! day's of printing and hours of machining I'm almost done

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  5. Guy Holden

    Guy Holden New Member

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    My Motion Simulator:
    AC motor, 6DOF
    Simulator Coming together nicely, waiting 20230218_205151.jpg on pedals and monitors to arrive
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