Mechatronics Project: Get Help on Robotic Arm Design

[Abdallah haj]

I'm a mechatronics student, and for my grad project i would like to create a prosthetic robotic arm and I would like to get some back up on the subject maybe some reference. please link anything suitable, I really would appreciate information about electrical requirements, mechanical requirements, dimensions, etc.

looking forward for your replies ^^

 

[Mech_Engineer]

Such a project would be a large undertaking for an entire professional engineering team, let alone a single student. I would recommend reducing the scope of your project before continuing.

 

[Abdallah haj]

I have already started with a team. We have a basic idea for the project. We are going to connect 14 pins to the head connected to Amplifiers, the voltage produced will be classified into a certain motion in the arm, the classifier is going to be connected to motors controlling the motion of the hand. However we need actual research so we can base our design on, for example the dimension of the hand and how they create a prosthetic arm, etc.

 

[Mech_Engineer]

I think you're in over our head. Like WAY over your head... the DARPA arm is similar to what you're proposing:

... the DARPA arm is a modern marvel that’s taken several years, $100 million, and some of the best minds in prosthetics design, robotics, and brain-machine interfaces to develop.

http://www.popsci.com/science/artic...obotic-arm-could-be-available-just-four-years

 

[alphy]

As a scientist with a background in mechatronics, I am excited to hear about your project to create a prosthetic robotic arm. It is a challenging and important endeavor, and I commend you for taking it on for your grad project.

In terms of getting help and references for your project, there are several resources you can utilize. First, I recommend reaching out to your professors and classmates for guidance and advice. They may have experience in similar projects or know of relevant research articles and resources.

Additionally, there are many online communities and forums dedicated to mechatronics and robotics where you can ask for help and advice. Some popular ones include Reddit's r/Mechatronics and r/robotics, as well as the Robotics Stack Exchange and the Mechatronics subreddit on Quora. These communities are filled with experts and enthusiasts who can provide valuable insights and references.

In terms of specific resources, I suggest starting with research articles and papers on prosthetic robotic arms. Some key topics to focus on include the electrical and mechanical requirements for such a device, as well as the dimensions and design considerations. You can access these articles through online databases such as IEEE Xplore, ScienceDirect, and Google Scholar.

In addition, there are many books and textbooks on mechatronics and robotics that can provide in-depth information on the subject. Some recommended titles include "Mechatronics: Electronic Control Systems in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering" by W. Bolton, "Robotics, Vision and Control: Fundamental Algorithms in MATLAB" by Peter Corke, and "Introduction to Mechatronics and Measurement Systems" by David G. Alciatore and Michael B. Histand.

Lastly, I suggest checking out online tutorials and videos on mechatronics and robotics, as they can provide practical guidance and demonstrations on designing and building a prosthetic robotic arm.

I hope these resources will be helpful in your project and I wish you all the best in your endeavors. Keep up the hard work and determination, and I am sure you will achieve great success in creating a functional and innovative prosthetic robotic arm. Best of luck!