Design and Development of a Wall Traversing Robot for Diverse Applications
The purpose of this project primarily deals with moving a robot in a vertical plane at a considerable height. Negative thrust will be used to hold the robot against the vertical surface and 4-wheel motor combination for locomotion. This robot can be controlled manually to traverse in multiple direct
2025-06-28 16:31:20 - Adil Khan
Design and Development of a Wall Traversing Robot for Diverse Applications
Project Area of Specialization RoboticsProject SummaryThe purpose of this project primarily deals with moving a robot in a vertical plane at a considerable height. Negative thrust will be used to hold the robot against the vertical surface and 4-wheel motor combination for locomotion. This robot can be controlled manually to traverse in multiple directions across the surface and can be utilized for numerous applications, such as security inspection, pattern drawing, safety monitoring, fire rescue, and videography from complicated angles. It will further reduce safety hazards for people working at elevated levels and in those areas where human access is unreachable.The purpose of this project primarily deals with moving a robot in a vertical plane at a considerable height. Negative thrust will be used to hold the robot against the vertical surface and 4-wheel motor combination for locomotion. This robot can be controlled manually to traverse in multiple directions across the surface and can be utilized for numerous applications, such as security inspection, pattern drawing, safety monitoring, fire rescue, and videography from complicated angles. It will further reduce safety hazards for people working at elevated levels and in those areas where human access is unreachable.
Project ObjectivesThe project is a wall climibing robot which aims to replace humans working at elevated levels.The robot will be a modular design which can be incorporated with different mechanisms for different applications.
Our base product will be able to move on vertical surfaces and ceilings by defying gravity and will be able to perform different inspection tasks.
The adhesion mechanism used to attach the robot to the wall is negative thrust. The locomotion is done via four hub mounted motors. Difference is speed and rotation of the wheels is used to turn the robot. A microcontroller unit is used to control the whole operation. A microprocessor is also attached for high processing algorithms. The robot is being powered by two Lipo batteries of equal specifications. The base chassis of the robot will be made via laser cutting and it's upper body will be made via 3D printing. Protection material will be attached to the edges incase of falling condition.
Benefits of the ProjectAccording to injury facts, approximately 240,000 non-fatal and 744 fatal accidents occured due to falls. The project aims to reduce these numbers by replacing the humans working at dangerous sites. It will be a replacement for labor class working at elevated levels to reduce the risk of falls. Also, this will be able to reduce the costs and methods involved in providing safety measures to the workers. This project is therefore a cheaper alternative to many complicated procedures.
This project edges out drones (the other technology used to work at heights), by being able to work in confined spaces and in areas where surface contact is required, which is contrary to a drone's requirements.
This project will be a modular and scalar design which can be customized as per the needs of the industry.
- Our project will be a modular design.
- The modular design is intended to be customizable for various applications.
- An interactive GUI for applications and motion planning.
- A microprocessor for implementation of algorithms.
- A transmitter/reciever system for manual control.
- Base plate PCB
- A gear motor mechanism for locomotion.
- Negative thrust mechanism for adhesion.
| Item Name | Type | No. of Units | Per Unit Cost (in Rs) | Total (in Rs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total in (Rs) | 65800 | |||
| 4s 2300mAh LiPo Battery | Equipment | 2 | 5000 | 10000 |
| Electric Duct Fan with Motor | Equipment | 2 | 5000 | 10000 |
| Electronic Speed Controller (80A) | Equipment | 1 | 4000 | 4000 |
| Transmitter+ Reciever | Equipment | 1 | 12000 | 12000 |
| Micro-Controller | Equipment | 2 | 400 | 800 |
| N-20 DC Metal Gear Motors with Wheels | Equipment | 4 | 800 | 3200 |
| Raspberry Pi + Camera | Equipment | 1 | 6000 | 6000 |
| Position Sensor MPU6050 | Equipment | 2 | 500 | 1000 |
| Transmitter Battery | Equipment | 4 | 300 | 1200 |
| Battery Charger | Equipment | 1 | 4600 | 4600 |
| Solder Iron+ Wire | Equipment | 1 | 800 | 800 |
| Tools (Screw Driver,Plyer & Wire Cutter) | Miscellaneous | 1 | 900 | 900 |
| Nuts, Screws & Jumper wires | Equipment | 1 | 400 | 400 |
| EDF Mounts | Equipment | 1 | 500 | 500 |
| Canopy 3D printing | Equipment | 2 | 3000 | 6000 |
| Printed Circuit Board | Equipment | 2 | 550 | 1100 |
| Laser Cutting Base Plate | Equipment | 1 | 600 | 600 |
| Componnets Shipping(Overseas+Local) | Miscellaneous | 1 | 1500 | 1500 |
| Components Procurement Transportation | Miscellaneous | 1 | 1200 | 1200 |