Pneumatic Robot Arm
Interdisciplinary
Lukas Heede, Anneliese Kisting, George Williams, Keira Jamison
Summary
Automating object handling tasks requires systems that can operate reliably using different power sources. This project addresses that challenge by developing a robotic arm powered by compressed air. The system uses pneumatic pistons to control movement and a suction-based vacuum mechanism to pick up and place objects. The goal is to demonstrate how pneumatic actuation can support precise and repeatable motion in material handling applications.