Need someone to help us design and build a simple robotic device.
Basic requirements :
12 volt dc operation
must operate quietly with low power consumption
portable and self contained (can be connected to a external 12v dc battery)
must have enough power to PULL a suspened 20lb weight a distance of approx 12 inches then allow the weight to freely move back , speed and interval needs to be easlly adjusted , ideally with a simple remote control
here is the biggest issue, must be very durable and inexpensive with as few moving parts as possible , these need to be used in extreme conditions, sun, sand, heat, rain,,,etc,,,,must be weatherproof
we are hoping for a device that is in the shape of a telescoping tube
In a nutshell its a heavy pendulum that we need to apply periodic pulling force to keep it swinging with the help of gravity and inertia
we have contacted motion control companines without success, linear actuators are too slow and also too noisy and expensive
robert douglas
materials handling
yes we are willing to compensate for a design that meets our needs
please contact us directly
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