Cad Model

Overview

Our project addressed the common issue of effectively and securely moving bags through airports with the goal of lowering operational delays, customer discontent, and mishandling. Our goal was to design a practical, affordable system that ensures easy luggage mobility while using the fewest resources possible. In order to accomplish this, we created a system that gently and safely moves baggage using a ridged slide, ramp, and a linear actuator.

Our sub-team's main goal was to develop a reliable transit system that reduces delays and luggage damage. To ensure that luggage transfers gently and impact-free, we designed a design with ridged slides to manage momentum and set up the linear actuator to move gradually. Our decisions were influenced by the constraints of production efficiency and material availability, which drove us to come up with innovative solutions like material reuse and design optimization.

Using CAD models and prototypes, we improved our idea over time, fixing issues like inaccurate support dimensions by reprinting components and incorporating structural reinforcements. To ensure compatible functioning, we also worked together to code the platform and actuator.

Our objectives were achieved by the finished product, a straightforward but efficient luggage transit system. For stability and functionality, its design incorporates both 3D-printed and laser-cut components.

                                          Time line of project (Oct 8th 2024 - Dec 4th 2024) 

Summary

Our project's main goal was to provide a system that would enhance airport baggage transit by tackling problems including inefficiency, consumer discontent, and improper handling. The goal was to develop a practical and affordable system for securely transporting bags between platforms. In order to provide smooth and regulated luggage movement, our design featured ridged ramps to manage momentum and a linear actuator.

Through a number of rounds, the team addressed issues such as incorrect dimensions and manufacturing constraints while improving CAD models and prototypes in response to feedback. Materials like 3D-printed PLA and laser-cut acrylic were employed to strike a balance between practicality and durability. A simplified and efficient mechanism was produced as a result of the coding component, which guaranteed coordinated operation between the actuator and platform.

Most of the goals were effectively achieved by the finished design, which produced a reliable system that blends efficiency, simplicity, and stability. In addition to resolving a real-world issue, this project offered insightful information on collaboration, problem-solving, and design optimization that will be useful in future projects.

Skills

💻 Coding

🤝 Collaboration

📆 Time Management

🤔 Critical Thinking

🖨️ 3D Printing

⌨️ CAD Modelling

Design Process

1. Problem Identification: We started by determining the main issue, which is the ineffective baggage transit in airports. Our objective was to design a mechanism that is economical, minimizes damage, and guarantees a smooth transition.
2. Concept Development: Each team member brainstormed and sketched initial design concepts. We created CAD models of different ideas, such as ramps and actuators, and discussed their feasibility. Feedback from TAs helped refine these concepts further.
3. Prototyping: Initial prototypes were developed using 3D printing and laser cutting. During this phase, we encountered issues such as improper hole dimensions and weaknesses in the support structures, which required redesign and reprinting.