DCU-Final-Year-Projects-Booklet-2025

50 54. Trajectory Control of a Parallel LinkManipulator The objective of this project was tomodify an existing Delta robot arm from the previous year, so that it may be used as amounting point for a camera used for inspection. In order tomeet the criteria required for this camera’s intended purpose, both the accuracy and resolution needed to be increased. Additionally, a new command interface was to be programmed to allow for greater utility and control. To achieve these objectives, parts had to be redesigned to enhance physical properties such as weight, applied torque and loose fittings. On the programming side of this project, the three onboard microcontrollers needed to be reprogrammed to incorporate higher accuracy techniques such as feedback andmicro stepping. Along with this, the LabView-based control panel needed to be redesigned. Student Programme Mechatronic Engineering (Year 5) Project Area Arduino, Automation, Device Design, Mechatronic Systems, Robotics Project Technology LabVIEW, Solidworks Student Name(s) Alex Nitsche Email alex.nitsche2@mail.dcu.ie Supervisor Dr Harry Esmonde 55. Wobble BroachingDemonstration Rig Wobble broaching is amachining process used to create profiled holes in a workpiece by using a broaching tool that oscillates in motion. The aimof this project is to demonstrate the principles of wobble broaching, allowing the user tomanually control both the horizontal feedmotion and the rotation of the broach. The project utilises rapid prototyping, with 3D printing being preferred to avoid the complexities and costs associated with machiningmore intricate components. Student Programme Mechanical andManufacturing Engineering (Year 4) Project Area 3-DModelling, AdditiveManufacturing, Educational, Mechanical Design and Manufacture Project Technology Solidworks Student Name(s) David Stanislav Kychan Email david.stanislavkychan2@mail.dcu.ie Supervisor Dr Tamas Szecsi 56. Autonomous Indoor Navigation Robot Using Visual Clues This project investigates the development of an autonomous indoor navigation robot designed to efficiently navigate structured indoor environments using visual clues. The robot uses QR codes as localisation markers to determine its position within a predefinedmap. Path-finding algorithms are employed to calculate efficient routes between user-defined destinations. The robot is constructed using anMSP432microcontroller for motor control, and a Raspberry Pi for processing visual data and for carrying out path-finding. This approach offers a cost-effective, scalable solution for applications in warehouses, offices, and educational environments, showcasing advancements in robotics and autonomous navigation. Student Programme Mechatronic Engineering (Year 4) Project Area Automation, Image/Video Processing, Mechatronic Systems, RaspberryPi, Robotics, Software Development Project Technology C/C++, Matlab, Python Student Name(s) Emmet Gallagher Email emmet.gallagher46@mail.dcu.ie Supervisor Dr Ali Intizar