Six Axis Platform System

Six Axis Platform System

Teaching Objectives

• Study of the components and the assembly of a dynamic linkage.
• System analysis, modelling and control.
• Study of the behaviour of.
• Mechanical systems: geometry, kinematics, statics and dynamics, structures.
• Control: position servos, accuracy, speed, stability, feedback.

• Simulation of various system architectures.
• Control systems for outputting signals to the actuators in order to reach a specific position or to follow a specific path.
• Presentation of data in graphical form.
• Monitoring of laboratory experiments.

Technical Specifications of Six Axis Platform System

• Closed length: 340 mm.
• Stroke: 140 mm.
• Maximum speed: 30 mm/s.
• Unloaded max. speed: 7500 rev/min.
• Maximum load: 3 kg.
• DC motor voltage: 0-12 v

• 16 analogue input channels.
• 6 analogue output channels.
• 2 logic outputs.
• I/O resolution: 12 bit

• R and q for the 6 platform axes.
• R and q for the separate actuator.
• Integral low voltage supply.

• 1 model with manually adjustable legs.
• 1 six-axis platform assembly with 6 actuators.
• 1 single actuator on a separate base.
• 1 measurement unit with 6 dial gauges.
• 1 I/O interface board and 1 axis board.
• Software for simulation, control, and data acquisition.
• Documentation pack, comprising.
• A manual with practical work suggestions and examples.
• A reference section.
• A technical section.
• A section describing the software.
• A set of CAD files.

• Kit for investigations of characteristics of a single actuator.
• Set of 2 gyrometers.
• No-contact tachometer.
• Stength measurement complement.

Dimensions and weight

• 580 x 500 x 420 mm (actuators closed)
• Net weight : 15 kg

Essential requirements

• Power supply: 220V, 50 Hz.
• PC or compatible fitted with Windows 98, 2000 or XP and a free PCI slot.