Aside from thinking about how to code to control the linear actuators, we got our hands dirty with some work on the ground. We have made great progress for the lifting arm and base.  Firstly, to strengthen the support tower, we have decided to install three 1.5m 3060 aluminum profiles…

After looking at the specifications of each actuator, here is a summary of the actuator characteristics: 500mm actuator, 12V DC, 10mm/s, 750N load 300mm actuator, 12V DC, 5mm/s, 5000N load Two main conclusions can be drawn from this: 300mm will extend more slowly than the 500mm actuator. Our chosen relay…