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Manual Control Systems: Pneumatics

Explore the fundamentals of pneumatics through Mr. J. Butler's guide, covering basic parts and applications like animatronics, transportation, and industrial equipment. Learn about pistons, air compressors, and more in this educational manual.

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Manual Control Systems: Pneumatics

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  1. Manual Control Systems: Pneumatics “A Slice of Mechanical Engineering” Mr. J. Butler ● Department of Technology & Engineering ● John Jay High School ● Wappingers Central School District

  2. Pneumatic Control Systems & EDD • DDP and POE • EDD: Animatronics are brought to life • Gaining experience in the area of manual arts • Engineering schools and labs

  3. Where are Pneumatic Systems Used? • Animatronics/Robotics • Transportation • HVAC (Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning) • Amusement Rides • Industrial Equipment

  4. Part I: Basic Pneumatic Parts & Equipment • Piston • Air Compressor • Tubing • Regulator Valve • Solenoid • Switch • Power Supply

  5. Piston • Known as Air Cylinder • Stores potential energy (compressed air) • Converts into kinetic energy as air expands to reach atmospheric pressure • Engineers prefer pneumatics since it’s cheaper, quieter, cleaner, and takes less space.

  6. Air Compressor • Using pistons and valves stores compressed air • Oil and oil-less models

  7. Tubing • Available in Difference sizes, and lengths • Used to transport compressed air from the Compressor • 1/4” and 3/8” Nylon Tubing is idea for EDD

  8. Regulator Valve • Controls the pressure of air • Measured in PSI (Pounds Per Square Inch) – unit of pressure • 30-60 PSI for EDD • Can be controlled from compressor or can be added to pneumatic air lines

  9. Solenoid • Electromechanical Switch • Control air flow • Open or Closed • Uses coil and slug to control air

  10. Switch • Electrical device • Breaks or completes electrical circuit • Powers the Pneumatic Solenoid Valve • Push Button

  11. Power Supply • Powers the Switch to Solenoid Valve • Controls air flow • Follow Safety Guidelines

  12. Observations • What makes the grave jumper work? • Moving Parts • Sounds • Range of Motion • Speed • Pressure

  13. Questions and Further Knowledge • Mechanical Supply Companies • Granger • DigiKey • Mechanical or Electrical Engineer • Web Resources • Library

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