CricketBot

Walker project for mechanism design using the Klann Linkage. It has a 2.4" stride and weighs 13 ounces.

All the parts were made by hand from of 6061-T6 on a scroll saw, using the toner transfer method of stenciling for improved precision. The bulkhead at the rear is made of softwood for it's featherweight strength and easy machining.

Improvements:
- Change to higher gear ratio, it's a little too peppy on full batteries.
-Upgrade bulkhead to allow two screws to fasten it to the chassis (the single screw allows slight wiggle and it veers off course) and shorter to improve ground clearance.
-Tune joint connection with lubricant and thread lock.

Project Criteria:
-2 legs/feet
-2 wheels
-Must WALK, no skating or hopping.
-Weighs less than 2 lbs.

Graded on build quality, accuracy (how well it travels a straight line) and payload (tug of war against other walkers in the class).

Category:

Science & Technology

Tags:

• walker
• klann linkage
• diy