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| Questions | Answers | Objective | Function | Constraint |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| How does the machine provides stability ? | By having Heavy and Wide Base | YES | ||
| How is the speed regulated ? | Using of "GEAR BOX ". | YES | ||
| How will the machine set the time duration between two launchers ? | By use of Electronic timer or programmable logic controller (PLC). | YES | YES | |
| How will the machine hold the object in a bulk? | By providing a well spaced and object holding container.like "BALL HOPPER". | YES | ||
| Does the machine also support for various kind of balls | Yes, using adjustable wheel gaps, interchangeable feeding systems.. | YES | ||
| Why is machine User-friendly? | Because it is "portable. | YES | ||
| Is the machine durable .? | Yes because it had Smooth power control system. | YES | ||
| How much power does the machine consume ? | It consumes about 70 W | YES | ||
| How will the ball accelerate ? | By the friction generated by rubber wheels and the ball . | YES | ||
| How will the machine set the trajectory ? | By changing the speed and the spacing of the wheel.. | YES | ||
| What makes the object to accelerate or move forward ? | Innward movement of the wheels created by two motors towards eachother. | YES | YES | |
| Is it a portable device? | Lightweight compact body allows easy desk-to-desk moving. | YES | ||
| How will the ball be launched at regular time interval? | Using a Rotating wheel with a gap created at regular intervals for carrying balls. | YES | ||
| Is the machine Budget -Friendly ? | Kind of ,but also depends on the size and the control components used. | YES | ||
| What advantage does this machine provide to the user? | It reduces the amount of manual effort required to launch balls.. | YES | ||
| How does the machine guide the ball in the desired direction? | Using Launcher tube which prevents distraction of ball towads sideways .. | YES | ||
| Can the machine withstand the weight of the components ? | Only upto certain level.. | YES | ||
| Does'nt the multiple entry of balls simultenously affect the launching? | Yes it does causing Jamming . | YES | ||
| How do you control the operation of the launching machine? | using the Control panell. | YES | ||
| What mechanical concepts can be understood by studying this model? | Gears, motors, rotational motion, and mechanical power mechanisms.. | YES | ||
| What is one objective of this machine? | faster, smoother, and more efficient process by using an automated mechanical system. | YES |
| SR.NO | OBJECTIVES FROM SURVEY | REQUIREMENTS |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Operations | The machine should able to launch 8-10 launches |
| 2 | Weight of machine | It should be portable |
| 3 | Cost | Machine should be built with minimum budget |
| 4 | Number of balls | Minimum 12-15 balls should be launched |
| 5 | Materials | Used materials should be light weighted |
| SR.NO. | OBJECTIVE |
|---|---|
| 1 | Using of "GEAR BOX " |
| 2 | By use of Electronic timer or programmable logic controller (PLC) |
| 3 | Because it is "portable" |
| 4 | Inward movement of the wheels created by two motors towards each other. |
| 5 | Using a Rotating wheel with a gap created at regular intervals for carrying balls |
| 6 | It reduces the amount of manual effort required to launch balls. |
| 7 | Gears, motors, rotational motion, and mechanical power mechanisms. |
| 8 | faster, smoother, and more efficient process by using an automated mechanical system. |
| 9 | By having Heavy and Wide Base:. |
The pickle ball launching machine is designed to launch pickle ball at pre determined time interval , allowing users to practice and improve their skills efficiently.
| SR.NO. | CONSTRAINTS |
|---|---|
| 1 | Yes, using adjustable wheel gaps, interchangeable feeding systems. |
| 2 | Yes because it had Smooth power control system. |
| 3 | It consumes about 70 W |
| 4 | Kind of ,but also depends on the size and the control components used |
| 5 | Only up to certain level the machine can withstand the heavy components . |
| 6 | Yes it does causing Jamming . |
Pickle ball launching machine aims to launch balls automatically at fixed time intervals helping users to improve their accuracy,coordination and reaction time . It should be light weight ,safe and easy to operate while ensuring consistent performance with minimal techenical difficulties.
| SR.NO. | FUNCTIONS |
|---|---|
| 1 | By use of Electronic timer or programmable logic controller (PLC) |
| 2 | By providing a well spaced and object holding container like "BALL HOPPER" |
| 3 | By the friction generated by rubber wheels and the ball |
| 4 | By changing the speed and the spacing of the wheel. |
| 5 | Inward movement of the wheels created by two motors towards each other |
| 6 | Using Launcher tube which prevents distraction of ball towards sideways . |
| 7 | Using the Control panel the operation of launching machine can be controlled. |
The pickleball launching machine automatically launches balls at fixed time intervals, helping users improve their accuracy, coordination, and reaction time. It aims to provide safe, consistent, and efficient practice while being affordable, lightweight, and easy to operate.