hydraulic log splitter et 493- senior design one jordan millet ridge bourgeois marcus millet...
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Hydraulic Log Splitter
ET 493- Senior Design OneJordan Millet
Ridge BourgeoisMarcus Millet
Advisor: Dr. Junkun MaTeacher: Dr. Cris Koutsourgeras
Introduction
For our project, we have chosen to design a hydraulic log splitter that is capable of being towed by a vehicle using engineering methods that we have obtained throughout the years.
What we are trying to accomplish
Overview of Project
The Project is divided into three main parts: The Trailer Design The Hydraulics and Pump Design The Control System
Trailer Design
Jordan Millet
Goal: To design a trailer that will be able to support a certain amount of weight and capable of traveling at a maximum speed of 75 miles per hour.
Trailer Design
-Objective: To design the trailer in a way that you flip the trailer the horizontal position that you tow the machine in, to a vertical position that is needed for use.
AutoCAD Drawing of Frame
AutoCAD Drawing of Frame
AutoCAD Drawing of Frame
Trailer Design
Trailer will be made with W-beam (w150-22)
HSS (High Speed Steel) for the tongue of the trailer.
Estimated Weight: 400 pounds
Hydraulic System
Ridge Bourgeois
We will design a hydraulic system that is able to support a design force.
This force is the force needed to split a log with maximum of two foot in length.
Hydraulic System
We will have to find suitable valve systems for the hydraulics and select the capacity of the hydraulic pump.
Hydraulic System
Other things that we will have to take into account: Types of lubricants to use What size of cylinders for the hydraulics? What size motor needed for the hydraulics? What size of reservoir to store hydraulic oil?
Hydraulic Design
Engineering designs and practices that were used such as mechanical design, and fluid mechanics.
Control System
The control system is the main part to make the wedge go up and down in order to split logs.
The control system determines the amount of hydraulic pressure that will be exerted to the cylinder.
Auto Cad Drawing of Control System
Auto Cad Drawing of Control System
Control System
Detent Control System is the type of Control system that we have decided to use.
Two-Way control system.
Auto-Return
Safety!!!
Parts of the Control Valve
Port A
Port B
Inlet Port
Outlet Port
Pressure Release Valve
Picture of Control Valve
Parts needed for Log Splitter
2-inch Ball Coupler
Hydraulic Cylinder
Mounting Plates
Wedge
Splitting Beam
Engine (Donated)
2 16 inch Tires
Hydraulic Fluid Filter
Hydraulic Pump
Parts for Log Splitter
Beam Bracket
Support Leg
1 ¼” Safety Chain around 12 inches long
Tongue made of HSS 3/16 x 2 x 2
1 axle
2 spindles and 2 hub caps
One W beam ¼ x 6 x 6 (W 150-22) 60”
Hydraulic Hose
Hydraulic Hose
Potential Challenges
There will be some challenges associated with the project.
Cost of parts
Another challenge will be to find people who may be willing to donate some parts to us.
Time Management
Moving Forward:
Begin construction of the log splitter starting with the frame.
Have a fully functional hydraulic log splitter by the end of next semester.
Make modifications as needed
Timeline for Spring Semester
February-March: Continue to get parts in and once in begin construction of trailer.
March-April: Finish trailer frame and install hydraulics and control systems.
April-End of April: Make modifications as needed and begin final presentation work.