Robotic RC Plow Tank Track Loader Build / Episode 1
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- Опубликовано: 6 июн 2021
- Welcome to my channel! This is part 1 of my RC tank track robot loader build.
I have always wanted to build a tank track robot for carrying out specific needs around the house. For instance, carrying the groceries in the house, plowing sand and gravel, lifting and hauling large and heavy items like cement bags, and the occasional outdoor scouting surveillance missions.
It would also be cool to make it semi autonomously so that it could navigate around obstacles
In the next episode, I will design and build a grapple arm mechanism for it so I can lift and maneuver heavy items with ease.
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Hey guys, I know it's been forever since I have posted anything, life got in the way. You will be happy to know I am back to filming and will post pt 2 of this project as soon as I can! Thank you guys for being with me and this channel! 🤙
Seriously I wanna be like you when I grow up . I keep looking around for tracks like your but they are crazy expensive . Do you have a hook up state side ?
@@motorsandvoltsandrobots7162 That's awesome! Keep at it, watching more RUclips vids, making and breaking stuff while learning along the way and you'll be amazed at how far you've come.
Stateside, it's a real pain in the ass to find tracks for robots! That's why I went directly from China from a company named PUYI INDUSTRIAL. At the time, I dealt business with a lady by the name of Alice Zhang. She helped me find the size I wanted. They even machined the drive wheels you see in the video. Unfortunately, rubber robot tracks are not really cheap, but these were affordable compared to other online websites. I bought these about 3-4 years ago and I paid roughly $450 with shipping. They offer their tracks for direct purchase on other websites such as made-in-china.com. If you Google their name, you'll find them. Hope this helps and best of luck!
@@Brute4rce1111 Do you mind sharing the belt specs for the one in the video. This is exactly what I'm looking for
Hey hurry up hahahha
Can you do some narration?
Hey guys! I got a lot of projects in the works that you will see soon. More homemade tool videos coming! Stay tuned! :)
I have been thinking about building a similar RC Lawnmower for several years, but the tracks are a problem. Where did you get the tracks and wheel set? Links would be helpful!!
@@donaldmcswain I bought them a few years ago from a company on AliExpress called PUYI INDUSTRIAL. If you google them, you'll find them on other e commerce sites like made-in-china.com. They are extremely helpful and willing to sell to anyone :)
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Very interresting approach to the Tank design
Hey mister! I like this video, that spinned my mind instantly. I think you far over-engineering your robot base, but same time your precision on your project is fascinating. Amazing job, inspirating, perfect timeing ratio, high quality, MIT level end result... whoahhh! I am deeply impressed! Thank you for sharing that! I just can't wait for the second part, aaaand... of course the TEST!
Thank you for you kind words! I am currently working on part 2 of this build, so Ill post it as soon as I can 👍
6061/6063 probably the best material for this kind of project !
Great minimal heavy duty design
This is an exciting build can't wait to see part 2
I am currently working on it, so you will see pt 2 soon! Because of my work/life, I had to put it off but I am now back on it 👍
Amazing project!! Thank you for sharing
Sure! Thanks for watching! Its been slow to make part 2 of this, but I am working on it now :)
Extremely stoked to see this project !
Best of luck Brute4ce !
Thank you for kind words bro! I have been a little busy with work recently, but i will post more updates on this robot build as soon as I can :)
Wow awesome projekt
Skateboard tout terrain 😎
Subscribed. Thanks for the video.
Thank you!
Cool dude, keep us posted
Pretty nice parts coming off that cheap bench lathe!
Yes it machines rather nice for it's size 👍
good job
Very cool inspiring me to make one thanks like I’m already gathering parts
Thanks! That's awesome! 👍
Incredible work, I miss this type of fun work, I used to work for ITW/ Illinois Tool Works in Chicago as a young man, tool and die type work it's been many years since miss it. Keep up the impeccable work 🙏😎☮️✝️ fun to watch
I appreciate your kind words! It really is satisfying to be able to sculpt a beautiful part out of block of metal, especially if you're getting paid for it 🤙
I need those tracks! Great job
Thanks! I bought them from a company in Shanghai called PUYI INDUSTRIAL if you're wondering. Google search their name and you'll find them 👍
Long shot. Can you post this track system link?
Awesome!
Thanks!😊
Man I will pull plastic chips like that, carefully, off a lathe all day, but hell no with stainless. made my skin crawl.
I really like how you leveraged the use of that i beam for structural integrity, just straight threading the shafts into the faces is something I would have never considered.
Haha yea it is pretty stupid of me to grab them like that. I ended up learning the hard way and got cut on my thumb a few weeks later 🤦♂️.
Thanks! The I beam definitely makes for a very robust frame for me to bolt everything to 👍 It is also great because there is no welding involved, no weak points, and very little machining is needed to get to a rolling chassis!
I’ll be waiting for the next video.
Thanks! I will be posting more updates on this machine
I was browsing, decided to watch the actual video because of that butter smooth catch or transition, then realized I too am an idiot because seeing how long my chip will get is the best way to pass a long cut.
I'm very interested in how this turns out. I want to build something extremely similar. I want it for hauling stuff around the garden and for mowing hard to reach areas. One suggestion, leave the captions on the screen for a bit longer. I have to keep pausing when the text shows up.
Thanks for the feedback! I'll keep that in mind when editing 👍😀
Don’t worry I pull the machined tale of metal off the lathe too, it’s a beautiful thing and keeps the finish nice
I like the way you work, beautiful and clean, but it also matters the tools you use, I'm waiting for the end of the project
Thank you for your kind words Cornel 🙏
Nice work bro😮
Thank you!
nice
Thank you 👍
Wise Man: thinks about snow plowing in the middle of the summer
very very beautiful.
Can you tell me from where I can get such an engine and wheels
I’m loving this build!
Please through a link of where you got your tack kit I’m having a hard time finding it.
Here's the link to a pair of PUYI Industrial tracks on AliExpress that I have found: m.aliexpress.com/item/32262340655.html
You can contact the sales representative that I had dealt with, her name is Alice Zhang, she is very knowledgeable and can make tracks to your specific needs. Here is a link to her info: pytracks.en.hisupplier.com/contact.html
Hope this helps👍
great high quality work! kudos! did u run it in wet soil; outdoors? how does it handle any water on the ground?
Thanks! From my early tests, it had a ton of torque with great traction! Unfortunately though, I had to put this project off for a while due to life reasons. With that being said, I am still committed to finishing the rest of the build and I will post it here on this channel hopefully soon!
Great work and can't wait to see more! I have built several tracked vehicle platforms and used several different track designs. Which Aliexpress vendor did you get your parts from?
Thanks Chris! The supplier of the tracks is called Puyi Industrial, located in Shanghai. They came with the two uhmw drive sprockets and idler wheels
@@Brute4rce1111 I know them! They supplied the tracks for one of my ugvs! Keep up the good work!
@@basement_robotics @Chris LaBorde Oh cool! Yeah I like them alot. They are very accommodating to ones needs! Thanks for watching!
@@Brute4rce1111 Hello Bruce. I checked the Puyi website but couldn't really find the same setup you ordered. Could you provide your order details? Your choice looks perfect for my project
@@markpatzelt5861 I have bought these tracks about 4 years ago, so things have changed on their site and on AliExpress. However, I was able to dig up old emails on this order. The track is called 80-15-108. The lady I dealt with is Alice Zhang. She is very knowledgeable and friendly and can accommodate any track length you may need. pytracks.en.hisupplier.com/product-2408351-rubber-track-for-small-robot-80-15-108.html At that time of purchase, track was $80 per track so $160 for both. They offer bogie wheels and drive wheel which are sold separately. Drive was $45 and idler was $38. Also account for shipping. Of course I'm sure prices have changed since then, but I'm sure they are negotiable. Hope this helps!
please master your wark be so nice,and i wish you good job.
I need that track and sprockets
any future updates for this tank ? looks amazing
Yes! I am currently working on a different project right now, but I will definitely have more content on this tank soon👍
Is there an update on the timescale for future videos of this project.?
Sabertooth 2 x 32 and gooooo
Hello,
Nice project, I would like to know where to buy the tracks and wheels, I do not find of this size.
Thank you.
All I want to know is how were you able to even do that with the shavings? I lucky if I even get descent chips on my mini lathe at home, lol
That's truly amazing. Could you give me the link to the supplier of the tracks? Thanks
+1
Saw a comment below he mentioned PUYI Industrial on google will lead you to the product
Sir, love the tank chassis. Sir, how about making the 6 dof robotic arm car on the tank chassis.
Thanks! I thought about putting a pick and place type of robotic arm on it, but decided to make it with a front loader/forklift arm mechanism. I wanted it to pickup and carry heavy weighted things like cement bags.
What happened to the RC plow?
A bunch of things got in the way of my life, but I swear I am working on it as you see this :-)
Hi! :)
Very helpful video! :) Keep up the good work! :)
I am building a tracked chassis for a lawnmower.
I got a 45degree slope that need mowing.
Do you got any idea how to calculate approximate torque needed, or what type of motor is needed to make 20kgs move uphill at 45+degrees?
I need to order motors.
Motors can be DC 12-24V but are restricted to 2,1A continous and 3,7A peak current.
Possibly worm-gear type?
What motors did you source?
Tracks have been ordered.
All input appreciated. :)
Sounds like an interesting build!
There are a lot of different factors that play a role in selecting drive motors, especially if your robot needs to climb at a 45 degree slope. That being said, I found it easier to get the biggest motors you can safely run without overwhelming whatever speed controllers you intend on using. For a robot your size, you could probably get away with automotive power window motors since they draw only a couple of amps, are inexpensive and they are already equipped with a worm gearbox. (The small Denso power window motors are great) The thing to really keep in mind is what overall speed you want out of the robot, the radius of drive wheel and theoretical max stall torque of the robots wheels. A 20 kg robot with a drive wheel radius of 100 mm going up a 45 degree slope would probably need at least 18 NM of total torque, so about 9 NM per motor as a quick guess. If the drive wheel is smaller, than it would obviously require a lot less torque to push it along. Hope this helps!
@@Brute4rce1111 Thank you for your reply.
I'll most definitely have a look into the power window motors! They are 12V and might be a suitable size.
There are the 250W 24V wheelchair motors, but the voltage needs change from 12-24V then + motor driver modifications.
Ordered drive wheels are 150mm, so a motor @ 10rpm (IDK the speed) will make it run about 5metres a minute.
Thanks! I'll order some powerwindow motors at first and see if they can do the job.
Since the motors are upsidedown does that lessen their lifespan? I have 4 with the same reducer box and I thought they had to be mounted upright or they'd fail earlier.
They would if you didn't change out the oil for grease. With the oil, it would starve the area dry being upsidedown. That was my only concern when mounting them like that. Because of this , I drained the oil and packed in grease instead.
Hello, please tell me where the tracks and track wheels were bought?
What motor is that and where can I get a set? Looks like it would do for a tractor I'm converting to a zero turn RC
I think it should have wrench nch rings in all the bolts
Really cool so far. My only question is: why didn't you use bearings on the wheels?
Thanks! The wheels don't really need bearings because UHMWPE is a natural bearing material. It is self lubricating and has a very low coefficient of friction.
@@Brute4rce1111 makes sense. Thanks!
hi bro, your video about making Tank Track Loader is very awesome... can i know the rubber track link from aliexpress ? i think i want to build like you...
This is the same manufacturer I got them from. I can't find the exact type of track I got, but they are very helpful in sizing any type of track to your exact needs. Hope this helps!
m.it.aliexpress.com/item/32262340655.html?trace=wwwdetail2mobilesitedetail
What is the part numbers for tread and drive sprocket and the exact web sight
How did you do track tension? Can you do a closeup of that?
i.imgur.com/Yw8iGO0.png
Right @ 11:24
ruclips.net/video/LUhwSZBAVCg/видео.html
Hey, I'm trying build something similar and am wondering where you got the rubber tracks from?
I originally bought them from AliExpress many years ago, but I don't see them on that site anymore. However, I did find their company here: pytracks.en.hisupplier.com/product-2408351-rubber-track-for-small-robot-80-15-108.html
Same tracks as mine, hope this helps!
I would not use titanium in shafts as it got weird properties to chemicals
Hi, love your project! Can you provide the track assembly information I would like to get a set?? Thanks
Thanks! So I purchased the track from a company called PUYI INDUSTRIAL, located in Shanghai. The specific model number for the track in the video is called 80-15-108.
How much torque are those motors capable of putting out?
Also what RPM do they spin at for 12 or 24v?
I know someone that has a lot of them for sale... MIght pick up some.
I performed a stall torque test on one with 15 volts and it had produced around 73 foot pounds of torque or about 99 newton meters. The rpm if I remember correctly was around 150 rpm at the same voltage. Accounting for efficiency losses, it's safe to say you can almost double these figures if you double the input voltage.
@@Brute4rce1111 wow!! That's pretty dang good. Especially at stall for a 1 phase motor of this size.
Rpm is a little low but that's fine.
Awesome job... what kind of motors are those?
Thank you! They were pulled from a Jazzy Pride power chair. Each one is about 550 watts
@@Brute4rce1111 thank you too... you can share more videos like this please.!!!!
@@ESPS_90 Absolutely! It's been way to long for an update on this project, but I now have more time and will post more vids on it soon👍
BEEEEch!
Wassup bro!
do you have a parts list?
I am trying to turn a bolt but I cannot figure out which gears to install for what TPI. Lol
where did you get he tread and wheels for this i would love to know I want to buy them. thanks
Can you add links to where you purchased everything? I'm looking to make something similar!
Sorry for the late reply, but here's the link to the company I ordered them from: pytracks.en.hisupplier.com/product-2408351-rubber-track-for-small-robot-80-15-108.html
These are the same ones in the video
@@Brute4rce1111 Thank you! Could you send the motors as well?
@@patmcgurrin8154 I found the motors from eBay. They are from a Jazzy Pride mobility wheelchair. You can usually find them for about $100 for both
Hi great project can I know which motor you are using
Hi, they are 24 volt Jazzy power chair motors. They're about 3/4 horsepower each. You should be able to find them on eBay for $100.00 for both. www.mobilityscootersdirect.com/pride-mobility/pride-jazzy-elite-14-elite-hd-powerchair-drive-motor-replacement.html
@@Brute4rce1111 thanks
"Zoe the Robot" wants to party with the Brute4rce robot. Zoe is a 3 wheeled, In-door / Out-door robot with a built in A.I. chat bot. She even has her own web site.
Once more Sir! Could you please inform exactly the track kit you bought from Aliexpress?
The company PUYI INDUSTRIAL is no longer on AliExpress. However, you can still find them if you do a Google search. The specific track you see in the video is called 80-15-108.
Why not use bearings?
Could you please inform exactly the track kit you bought from Aliexpress?
I would also like to know 😊
You should take off your gloves while you are using a lathe or cutting material on band saw machine sir, I just wanna mention that !
Thank you for sharing this video
Hi just wondering where you sourced the tracks and sprockets?
I got them from a company in Shanghai called PUYI INDUSTRIAL. The exact track in the video is called 80-15-108.
We do not have same resources to have fun ! I do not get how you manage to create the outter threaded part
We all want part 2 ! did you abandonned ?
I've been off RUclips awhile now, but don't worry, I haven't abandoned this project. Next video I post to this channel will be part 2 of this robot. I hope to post it within a couple of weeks 👍
Can you help with a link to the manufacture on Aliexpress, I have been trying to find tracks like this on Ali, with no luck
The company I bought the tracks from is called PUYI INDUSTRIAL from Shanghai, China. m.aliexpress.com/item/32262340655.html
Alice Zhang was my sales representative, and she is very knowledgeable and helpful.
Hey, does anyone know what material exactly are the wheels and tracks made up of? Thank you :)
The wheels are made of ultra high molecular weight polyethylene. It is a very durable, impact resistant plastic that has very low wear properties. The tracks are just regular rubber reinforced with kevlar.
@@Brute4rce1111 Thank you so much Brute4rce. I will be using this for my school project! Have a nice day and good continuation! :)
@@PraiseTheLord527 Absolutely! Thanks for watching and best of luck on your project!
Hi there! Might I ask what kind of motors you used? They look like something from an motorized wheelchair
Yes! In fact they are actually motors from a Jazzy Pride powerchair
@@Brute4rce1111 Nice!! Can I ask you what motor controller and battery system you're using? I'd like to build one using an Arduino I have lying around.
Hola, ese robot podria transportar una lavadora?
Hi, just found your video and I am planning something similar. Can you send me the link of the exact item you purchased? I´ve been looking for something like this for some time now but can't find anything in this size.
Sure thing! pytracks.en.hisupplier.com/product-2408351-rubber-track-for-small-robot-80-15-108.html
I got in contact with one of their sales representatives and I told them what size robot I was looking to build and they helped me find a pair of tracks for the size and weight I had in mind. They also carry many different sizes and styles of track with sprocket/idler wheels to fit your needs.
I paid using PayPal at the time. Hope this helps!
@@Brute4rce1111 thank you very much
Hey, Can you give the link where you bought the rubber track? I can't see anywhere in Ali. 😔
Did you find?
@@cimilee unfortunately I didn't find it 🤷🏻♂️
@@MrSAqsPL im looking diy medhot.
i want to know how to find the trach kit on alixpress thank
May I get the link where you bought the tracks??
Sure thing!
www.google.com/amp/s/m.made-in-china.com/amp/product/Rubber-Track-80-15-108-for-Small-Robot-Wheelchair-Vehicle-756737365.html
Where can I find those engines you used?
The ones I used for this project are called 'Jazzy Pride' power chair motors. These often sell as a pair for less than $100 on eBay, that's where I bought these from.
Hey! Could you please tell me the brand of the motor with the gearbox? And where did you buy it?
They are 'Jazzy Pride' power chair motors. I bought them on eBay a few years back for $100 for both.
@@Brute4rce1111 Thanks for the answer! Like from me! I would like to see the completion of the project.
I was wondering where ? Do you get that Aluminum beam ???
I picked it up from my local metal supply store called 'Indusrial Metal Supply.' they have a scrap area in the store where I found it.
Is there a reason to use titanium?
Yes! For my application, it has a higher flexural strength compared to alloy steel. Also, it will not rust when subjected to mud, water etc. It also has the bonus of reducing some weight 👍
Where did you get the tracks and wheels?
I got them from a Chinese company named PUYI INDUSTRIAL. If you do a Google search, you'll find them selling on several websites. Here's a link to these exact tracks: m.made-in-china.com/product/Supply-Small-Robot-Rubber-Tracks-with-Driving-Wheels-80-15-108-734903765.html
Do you sell those machined parts? And can u post links to track parts
I don't sell the shafts, but you can contact PUYI INDUSTRIAL for the tracks. Just search PUYI INDUSTRIAL on Google and you will find them. The specific track you see in the video is named 80-15-108. The company used to be on AliExpress back when I ordered from them but it appears that they are no longer on that site.
Cool ... I want your tank😊
Sorry for my stupid questions, I am a beginner trying to build my first tank.
The three smaller wheels in the middle of track not spinning?
How you get 500 watt to power your tank?
How can you move the wheels forward and backward without motor driver?
How many kg are your weight?
How to count power voltage and ampere needed to carry certain kg burden?
Hey thanks!
The three wheels act like roller bearings for the track, and as such are not directly powered by the motor but they spin in place.
The robot will eventually be powered by a 24 volt 30 AH lithium battery pack that i still have to buy.
The motors will be controlled by two 60 amp electronic speed controllers with basic radio transmitter and receiver.
I weigh about 63.6 kilograms and the robot is designed to carry a total mass of at least 100 kilograms.
To calculate power and voltage was nothing fancy, I just needed 24 volt motors to mate with the 24 volt speed controllers that I already have.
To account for force required to move a 100 kg mass, I looked for motors that could achieve twice that. In this case, wheelchair motors are all over eBay and local garage sales for very cheap. They also operate at 24 volts with 100 percent duty cycle and with rugged built in gearboxes. They also are made for moving sometimes very large people over steep inclines without drawing too many amps. They would draw about 30 amps max at stall but would only consume a few amps when carrying a 30% load. Whenever I design a project like this, I usually double the maximum real world forces I would realistically put on the robot and find an appropriate motor that matches those performance requirements.
Hope this helps :)
@@Brute4rce1111 Thanks for the answer.Greetings from Indonesia and have a nice day.
I need this type of belt so can you tell me where is available?
I bought it from a Chinese company called PUYI INDUSTRIAL. Google them and you should see them 👍
What type of machine are you using?
This will be a front loader/forklift style machine. I want it to pick up heavy stuff 💪
Where did you got these motors? Do you have a link?
I got them from eBay. They're Jazzy powerchair motors
Can you share a link to manufacturer of thr track kit?
They used to be on AliExpress but are no longer selling on that site. However, it looks like they are selling on other e-commerce websites such as here : www.google.com/amp/s/m.made-in-china.com/amp/product/Rubber-Track-80-15-108-for-Small-Robot-Wheelchair-Vehicle-756737365.html.
Can you share the link for the track kit?
I still have the lady who helped me out from the company, her name is Alice Zhang and she has a linkedin account related with PUYI industiral. She is very helpful and prompt with email and messaging. Just google PUYI INDUSTRIAL and you will see the contract info 👍
Hello can you plz pass us the link for the rubber tracks sprocket wheel and road wheels. Thank you
Sure thing! Here is a link to these exact tracks: m.made-in-china.com/product/Supply-Small-Robot-Rubber-Tracks-with-Driving-Wheels-80-15-108-734903765.html
What lathe and mill do you use?
The mill is a Grizzly G0704 and the lathe is a Harbor Freight 7x10 with an upgraded, longer 7x16 bed. Both machines have been upgraded with some modifications . The lathe has new tapered Nachi spindle bearings, steel headstock gears, steel QCTP, and a couple other mods. Mill also has new spindle tapered Nachi bearings, speed controller, 2.3 HP treadmill motor and custom turned 2:1 belt and pulley reduction. Eventually someday, I would like to convert it to full CNC ☺️.
@@Brute4rce1111 Thank you, building a motorized track platform to move heavy objects around the yard. I will look at your video a few more times to pick up on a few details. I might have to use more powerful motors. What is the max load for you platform?
@@antonioubach2530 That's awesome! So the max load I plan on moving is going to be around 400 lbs. Theoretically, it could move more but we will see haha. It's been a while since I've worked on the build vlog, but I have a bunch of the robot worked on, I just need to edit a few more hours of stock video and I will post part 2 of it very soon!
Where did you get this Tracks?
PUYI INDUSTRIAL in Shanghai. They were on AliExpress but seemed to no longer sell on there. They are on other e-commerce websites such as made-in-china . com
How come he said "dont try this at home" when he was pulling the shavings?
It is a common safety practice to never grab the metal shavings of anything coming off any stock that is being machined. In some cases, It could really cut you badly if it snagged around your hand 👍
@@Brute4rce1111 Thanks for clarifying. Makes sence
gggggggggg!!!😃
Motor description please?
where can i buy this track belt and wheel?
I bought them from a company called PUYI INDUSTRIAL in Shanghai, China. They sell directly to consumer if you message them
Do you have a link for the kit please ?
Thanks
I don't have a direct link but if you Google PUYI INDUSTRIAL, you will find the same supplier of these tracks. They have moved to different e-commerce sites. Either way, message one of their associates and they'll help you out. They are a pleasure to do business with!
Hello boss
If you can support to do solar panel cleaning robots
It's good ideas
That would be a pretty cool thing to make 👍
Aluminum tracks
Please come back!
I absolutely will! I'm currently working on pt. 2 of this video 👍 Things are looking good, so I will dedicate as much time into this channel as possible. Thank you for your support!🙏
Where can I get this motor? Thanks
I got them on eBay. They are 'Jazzy Pride' brand power chair motors.