Automated Stage
Goal: Create a linear stage in order to automatically move the collection system to different stations during the fabrication process. Needs a high level of accuracy to maintain the consistency and repeatability of scaffold fabrication.
Control Panel in labview as seen above allows the user to operate in manual or automatic mode. The speed and distance of electrospinning and pressure deposition can be controlled. The home button allows for the stage to come back to a set original position Machining
All parts are machined and assembled the stage runs properly with labview.
Controls
Serial communication between labview and ardruino has been established. A code to control the DC motor,solenoid, and the stepper motor has been written and implemented. In addition limit switches were put in and tested so that the stage does not hit the wall.
Control of the syringe pumps have been created to automate it with the existing process.
Acrylic box and electrical component assembly
The acrylic box has been made. The electrical comportments have been soldered and organized on a plate.
Automated stage