The mechanism is also simple, converts rotational motion of a motor to linear motion useing a screw.
Demo
Images
Loading a small bottle (68 g)
EXPANDED TECHNICAL DETAILS
Precision Motion Control
This project builds a miniature linear actuator for CNC, laser engraving, or precision medical experiments.
Lead Screw Drive: Uses a standard threaded rod (M5 or M6) or a specialized T8 lead screw. A stepper motor rotates the rod, moving a carriage along a set of smooth linear rods.
Stepper Driver Control: Driven by an A4988 or DRV8825 module. The Arduino sends STEP and DIR pulses, allowing for sub-millimeter positioning accuracy.
Software Calibration
Homing Sequence: Includes a Limit Switch (Endstop) at the "Zero" position. Upon startup, the stage moves until it hits the switch, calibrating the internal coordinate system.
Speed Ramping: Implements an "AccellStepper" library logic to smoothly accelerate and decelerate the carriage, preventing missed steps and ensuring mechanical longevity.
ข้อมูล Frontmatter ดั้งเดิม
title: "DIY Small Linear Stage"
description: "This is a cute linear stage that's about the size of a business card."
author: "noboyu"
category: "Motors & Robotics"
tags:
- "toys"
- "robots"
views: 14545
likes: 3
price: 2450
difficulty: "Easy"
components:
- "1x 200 rpm 6V DC motor"
- "1x Jumper wires (generic)"
- "1x Soldering iron (generic)"
- "1x Arduino UNO"
- "1x Breadboard (generic)"
- "1x Tamiya 70157 Universal Plate Set"
- "1x TA7267BP (Full-Bridge Driver (H-Swithch) for DC Motor)"
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apps:
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