Yes, I have already become quite familiar with that RIT senior design project. The test I want to perform is the same; however, I do not want to build such a massive test setup. The pneumatic setup in the picture I've posted a couple of times would be preferred for it's size and simplicity, if I...
Yes, I've become quite familiar with the Mil standard. That's where the 30'/sec requirement comes from. The 30'/sec disconnect speed is the main requirement of the test.
The test has been performed in the past by dropping weights from the appropriate height to disconnect the plug at the required speed, but I'd like to build a setup like the one in the photo.
The test involves measuring the force required to disconnect/unmate a plug from a receptacle. The main requirement of the test is that the separation needs to occur at 30'/sec.
The attached picture shows a lab's setup for performing this test. I'm trying to get as much info as I can out of this...
Thanks for the replies.
Budget is not a major concern; I'm looking for the best option in terms of performance (reliability and repeatability, in terms of achieving the same speed each time).
The stroke length would only need to be on the order of 6-12 inches. I added some labels to the...
I'm looking for an actuator that can achieve speeds in the range of 30-35 ft/sec (360-420 in/sec) and handle a force in the 100-200 lb range.
I was considering a high pressure air cylinder type actuator but most of the companies I talk to say their cylinders can't go anywhere near this fast.
I...
