The Crane Manipulator For The 3d Printers

Abstract

The aim of this work is to design the architecture of a manipulator that takes the finished product out of the 3D printer. This article deals with the whole concept of the machine, its design in the CAD program Siemens NX12, selection of parts, software development, and real prototype assembling. The manipulator is driven by LinuxCNC ecosystem installed on a single-board computer Beaglebone Black. To control the machine, a client PC application was developed. The manipulator movements are achieved using the tooth rail gearing and closed loop stepper motors Nema23.