This project started as a fun side project during summer 2023. However, it was left in the unfinished projects folder once fall started. Unexpectedly, more effort was put into the design after being told about a project competition. Unfortunately, finishing the project in less than a week and a half was an impossible task. I then realized how little I had left to do and finished in spring 2024. After a couple of design iterations, I collaborated with Alvaro Lazaro Aguilar, a close friend from the USF Rocketry club, to include tasers and remote control in the design.
Overview
Stowed configuration.
Extended configuration.
The turret has two configurations: stowed and extended. Similarly to the sentry turret character from Portal, the turret is stationary and can rotate along the z-axis. The movements are controlled by two independent 25 kg·cm servos. Servo-A controls the yaw and Servo-B controls the degree of deployment of the lateral wings.
Demonstration
Mechanical Design and Assembly
Core of extension mechanism.
Gears and rack in action.
Servo housing for yaw control.
Yaw rotation in action.
Wing and taser connection.
Main body mounting.
Eye integration (tape).
Legs and main structural support.
Mirrored wing and full assembly.
Electronics Incorporation
