rduino Controlled Pick n Place RoboticArm

TL;DR

This paper introduces an Arduino-controlled robotic arm capable of autonomously sorting objects by color within a 24-inch reach, combining mechanical design and control systems for a competitive application.

Contribution

It presents a novel integrated design of a multi-degree-of-freedom robotic manipulator using Arduino, servo motors, and linkages for autonomous sorting tasks.

Findings

Successfully sorts colored objects within specified range

Design meets the criteria for robustness and effectiveness

Operates within a limited budget

Abstract

This document is an introduction to designing a multiple degree of freedom robotic manipulator. The goal of the robot is to sort an object based upon the objects color. The robot will be a synthesis of several linkages, servo motors, an Arduino system, and an end-effector. The design must be able to autonomously determine what object to move and where to place it. The robot will have a maximum reach of 24 horizontally. The operating conditions include being able to sort several different colored spheres within the area of a 180{\deg} up to 16 from the base of the arm. Sorting consists of picking up the object from a random position near the base and moving it to a storing location near the edge of the defined operating range. With the following performance criteria and a limited budget, the final design will enter a competition to determine the most robust, and effective robotic manipulator.