Elevator controller design project

In summary, this controller would have one button to control the elevator going up or down, two lights to indicate the current floor, and switches to open and close the door.
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I am designing a controller for an elevator. The elevator can be at one of two floors: Ground or First. There is one button that controls the elevator, and it has two values: Up or Down. Also, there are two lights in the elevator that indicate the current floor: Red for Ground, and Green for First. I am stuck on how do l add the SR latches which open and close the door when it reaches the desired elevator floor ?
 

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This is obviously coursework. Have you drawn up a block diagram of what you need to include?

A lot of this would be done with mechanical switches or photo cells.

The motor has to be reversible so the elevator can go up or down.

There must be limit switches at the top and bottom of the travel to stop it hitting the roof or the ground.

Since there are only two floors, an UP/DOWN choice of buttons seems unnecessary.
If you are on one floor there is only one place to go. Just one button would be needed.

When the elevator arrives at a floor, it should open the door of that floor.
When it is about to depart, it should close the door.

Lights etc are switched by the presence of the elevator at the floor.
 
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vk6kro said:
This is obviously coursework. Have you drawn up a block diagram of what you need to include?

A lot of this would be done with mechanical switches or photo cells.

The motor has to be reversible so the elevator can go up or down.

There must be limit switches at the top and bottom of the travel to stop it hitting the roof or the ground.

Since there are only two floors, an UP/DOWN choice of buttons seems unnecessary.
If you are on one floor there is only one place to go. Just one button would be needed.

When the elevator arrives at a floor, it should open the door of that floor.
When it is about to depart, it should close the door.

Lights etc are switched by the presence of the elevator at the floor.

Thanks for the help !
 

Related to Elevator controller design project

1. What is an elevator controller design project?

An elevator controller design project involves developing a system that controls the movement of elevators in a building. This includes programming the logic, creating the user interface, and implementing safety features.

2. What are the key components of an elevator controller design project?

The key components of an elevator controller design project include the control system, the user interface, the motor and drive system, and the safety features. Each of these components must work together to ensure safe and efficient operation of the elevator.

3. What are the safety considerations in an elevator controller design project?

Safety is a crucial aspect of elevator controller design. Some important safety considerations include emergency stop buttons, overload detection, door sensors, and fire alarms. These features are designed to protect passengers and prevent accidents.

4. How is the efficiency of an elevator controller design project measured?

The efficiency of an elevator controller design project is typically measured in terms of response time, energy consumption, and maintenance requirements. A well-designed elevator controller should be able to respond quickly to user inputs, use energy efficiently, and require minimal maintenance.

5. What are the challenges faced in an elevator controller design project?

Designing an elevator controller can be challenging due to the complex nature of the system and the variety of safety regulations that must be met. Other challenges may include balancing the needs of different stakeholders, such as building owners and elevator users, and ensuring compatibility with existing elevator systems in the building.

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