Linear Actuator
Linear Actuator
Primary designer of a linear actuator used on a distributed ganged drivetrain for a solar tracker application. On-time execution achieving performance and cost targets.
Primary designer of a linear actuator used on a distributed ganged drivetrain for a solar tracker application. On-time execution achieving performance and cost targets.
Development Tasks
High level cost and performance optimization
Range of motion and performance optimization
Detailed load and efficiency analysis for component sizing and motor specification
Gear calculations, FEA and material selection
Mechanical efficiency vs. temperature range thermal analysis
Tolerance stack analysis
Design for high volume manufacturing & reliability
Design for corrosion protection
Prototyping and design verifications
FMEA, QRTP
Manufacture collaboration
Failure root causes analysis and remediation