How Big of a Motor Do I Need to Move a 12t Cart on Rails at 5m/min?

In summary, to calculate the motor size needed for a skip dolley system with a frame on 6 wheels, a gearbox/motor driving the middle pair of wheels, and a total mass of 12t, the following information is needed: the ratio on the gearbox, the size of the wheels, the surface the trolley will be used on, the incline of the steepest inclines it will encounter, and the maximum load the trolley will carry (whether it is 12t or less when empty). Once this information is known, the maximum torque needed from the motor can be determined.
  • #1
Inenzo
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Need to calculate motor size to drive skip dolley system. have the following:
Frame on 6 wheels. Gearbox/motor driving middle pair of wheels.
Total mass 12t
Need to move trolley @ 5m/min

Any thoughts where to begin?
 
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Well I'll take a stab at it,

whats the ratio on your gearbox?

size of wheels?

is the trolley for use on a flat surface or how steep are the biggest inclines?

What sort of load will it be carrying? is 12t the maximum load or just the weight empty?

Once you know those, I think we can figure out the maximum torque needed from your motor.
 
  • #3
Wheels = 230mm
flat surface
max load = 12t
ratio on gearbox=? Don't know the ration since we need to source it still...
 

1. How does the cart move on the rails?

The cart moves on the rails through the application of a force, typically from an external source such as a motor or a person pushing the cart. The wheels of the cart have a low coefficient of friction with the rails, allowing for smooth movement.

2. What is the physics behind moving a static cart on rails?

The physics behind moving a static cart on rails involves principles of Newton's laws of motion. When a force is applied to the cart, it overcomes the static friction between the wheels and the rails, allowing the cart to move. The force also increases the cart's acceleration, causing it to move faster.

3. What factors affect the movement of a static cart on rails?

The movement of a static cart on rails can be affected by several factors, including the amount of force applied, the mass of the cart, the coefficient of friction between the wheels and the rails, and any external forces acting on the cart (such as air resistance or inclines).

4. Can the speed of the cart be controlled on the rails?

Yes, the speed of the cart can be controlled by adjusting the amount of force applied. Increasing the force will increase the cart's speed, while decreasing the force will slow it down. Additionally, the angle of the incline on the rails can also affect the speed of the cart.

5. Is there a limit to how fast a static cart can move on rails?

There is no specific limit to how fast a static cart can move on rails, as it depends on various factors such as the force applied and the coefficient of friction. However, there may be practical limitations such as the strength of the rails or the motor powering the cart.

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