The "Can Handler"

by University of North Dakota, Industrial Technology

 

 
 

 

Specifications:

Robot Name: 
 The Can Handler
Date created: 
 2003
Features: 
 R/C controlled with gripper and  video camera; resembles the Bobcat Versahandler off-road forklift.   Developed for competitions. 
Controller(s): 
 Electronic speed control
Communication: 
 Radio Frequency (R/F)
Motor: 
 DC
Power: 
 Batteries
Drive Type: 
 Four-wheel drive
Built by: 
 University North Dakota
Contact Info: 
 jeremyagsco@hotmail.com

 
 

 
The Can Handler resembles an industrial forklift.  This little dynamo took 1st place in a recent competition and also received the judges award for design innovation!

 
 

 
Alternate view shows the gripper.  It was designed to pick up and carry objects of soda-can size.  It is actuated and retracted by two servo motors.  Servos are also used for steering.

 
 

 
The 'bot features large tires, custom chassis, and attractive painted finish.

 
 

 
With the "cab" removed, some of the internal components are visible including servo actuator and electronic speed controllers.

 
 

 
The Can Handler comes together.

 
 

 
The control transmitter and video receiver.

 
 

 
Rear view showing electronic speed controllers, batteries, and gripper mechanics.

 
 

 
The gripper actuator uses servo operated gear and chain segment..

 
 

 
The Can Handler robot design team of UND.

 
 

 
The Can Handler was patterned after the Bobcat VersaHandler.   Congratulations to the Industrial Technologists at UND for a job well-done!

 
 
 
 

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