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For the first constraint, barrel length calculations established minimum housing dimensions, then iterative CAD refinement resolved placement conflicts introduced by sub-components not captured in the initial measurements.
For the second, I designed a latch-and-door mechanism that opens the housing for circuit board and wire access during maintenance. Finding the correct door geometry to interface cleanly with the latch took several design iterations, but I ultimately resolved the issue by adjusting the location of latch components. Components were fabricated via 3D printing, enabling rapid physical testing of each iteration.
Tools Used: SolidWorks, Sheet Metal Modeling, 3D Printing
Yaw System
Project Overview
Designed as part of my work as a mechanical engineer at IEEE RAS RoboMasters, a student organization that builds full-scale combat robots for international competition. This yaw system mounts a dual-barrel shooter on a rotating turret while keeping the overall assembly light and serviceable.
The design had two primary constraints:
- Spatial: Accommodate two parallel shooter barrels within a compact body without exceeding weight limits
- Accessibility: Provide reliable access to internal electronics and wiring for emergency maintenance without compromising structural integrity
For the first constraint, barrel length calculations established minimum housing dimensions, then iterative CAD refinement resolved placement conflicts introduced by sub-components not captured in the initial measurements.
For the second, I designed a latch-and-door mechanism that opens the housing for circuit board and wire access during maintenance. Finding the correct door geometry to interface cleanly with the latch took several design iterations, but I ultimately resolved the issue by adjusting the location of latch components. Components were fabricated via 3D printing, enabling rapid physical testing of each iteration.
Tools Used: SolidWorks, Sheet Metal Modeling, 3D Printing
View of the full yaw system assembly:
Close-up of the latch mechanism for electronics access:
In addition to the yaw system, I designed a drivepod guard to protect the drivetrain during combat impacts. Shown above the orange suspension springs in the full assembly view below: