1. The KOP Mechanical

2. Main Groups Control System (C) Base Components – Frame and frame hardware (F) – Gearbox (G) and motors – Wheel kit (W) Pneumatics (P) Manipulator Components (M) – Power and power transmission Other (O) COTS DISCLAIMER: This is based on past events, they may change any/all of this!

3. Base Components (F) (W) (G)

4. Pneumatics One type of Fluid Power Main difference between pneumatics and Hydraulics: Compressibility

5. Compressor The compressor squeezes air into the tank

7. Pressure Switch & Gauges

8. Regulator Reduces Pressure “downstream”

9. Tank Accumulator, receiver Size determines how much energy is available. – Keep this in mind when testing on the testbed

10. Flow Control Fitting Restricts airflow in one direction Controls speed.

11. Directional Control Valves Solenoid Valves, 4 or 5-Way Valves, Spool Valves

12. Cylinders Where the action is Double acting

13. Force Available At 60 psi… – 5/16 bore Extend: 4.6 lbs Retract: 3.8 lbs – ¾ inch bore Extend: 26 lbs Retract: 24 lbs – 1.5 inch bore Extend: 106 lbs Retract 97 lbs

14. Hose and Prestolock Fittings

15. NOTE Some parts have a well-defined purpose Others can be used/adapted creatively – You can eliminate confusion between the two if you build (or understand how to build) the base before using any parts in you manipulator. Come to the Quick Builds! We can all help each other.