Scope of work
A mechanical manipulator arm, utilizing electric power, was designed by UC Davis engineering students for a pick and place operation. The manipulator picked up the drum brake from a gravity roller conveyor, oriented, aligned and placed it on the axle for a worker to bolt in place. The design was intended to be used by a single operator, with the total time of assembly at approximately one and a half minutes. Ultimately, the aim of this manipulator arm was to improve ergonomics of the process, and increase productivity and safety in the assembly of the brake drums to the axle.
Student participants
Participants included the following UC Davis engineering program seniors and alumni:
- Chris Adams
- Alex Bakos
- Ryan Flavell
- Leo Gomez