"John Deere"

by University of North Dakota, Industrial Technology

 

 
 

 

Specifications:

Robot Name: 
 "John Deere"
Date created: 
 2002
Features: 
 R/C controlled; tractor appearance with gripper.  Developed for competitions. 
Controller(s): 
 Runner Electronic Speed Controller (4)
Communication: 
 Radio Control RF
Motor: 
 Windshield Wiper
Power: 
 7.2V rechargeable batteries
Drive Type: 
 Wheeled Differential with Idler
Built by: 
 University North Dakota
Contact Info: 
 jeremyagsco@hotmail.com

 
 

 
The robot has a professional appearance consisting of metal frame and plastic wheels, all painted to resemble the famous tractor.  It performed in competitions in Panama City, FL and Rochester, NY.

 
 

 
Side-view showing the gripper arm.  It was designed to pick up and carry objects of soda-can size.

 
 

 
The frame-work almost finished, the robot takes shape. 

 
 

 
The internal workings of the robot including motors and wiring. 

 
 

 
The R/C transmitter provides two channels of wireless control.  Toggle switch selects one of two crystals for a total of four channels:  two for robot movement and two for gripper action. 

 
 

 
The underside shows the gripper attachment.  Pulling the cable closes the gripper.  The cable attaches to a small lever driven by a worm gear motor.

 
 

 
The gripper also can be raised or lowered via worm-gear motor.

 
 

 
This robot was truly a team effort.  Congratulations to the Industrial Technologists at UND!

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