Computer Numerically Controlled Drawing Robot Based on Computer-Aided Design

Abdullah Haidari,Titas Paul,Antor Mahamudul Hashan,Srishti Saha

doi:10.32996/jmcie.2021.2.1.2

Abstract

Due to the rapid development of technology, the use of numerically controlled machines in the industry is increasing. The main idea behind this paper is computer-aided design (CAD) based low-cost computer numerical control 2D drawing robot that can accurately draw complex circuits, diagrams, logos, etc. The system is created using open-source hardware and software, which makes it available at a low cost. The open-source LibreCAD application has been used for computer-aided design. Geometric data of a CAD model is converted to coordinate points using the python-based F-Engrave application. This system uses the Arduino UNO board as a signal generator of the universal g-code sender without compromising the performance. The proposed drawing robot is designed as a low-cost robot for educational purposes and aims to increase the student's interest in robotics and computer-aided design (CAD) skills to the next level. The drawing robot structure has been developed, and it meets the requirements of low cost with satisfactory experimental results.

Highlights

1 In recent years, we have witnessed the tremendous impact of robotics in many areas of science and technology
Robotic technologies are widely used for educational purposes, and this paper analyzed a robot that has the ability of drawing
This CNC drawing robot based on LibreCAD platform, F-Engrave platform, universal g-code sender, Arduino UNO, moto driver IC, stepper motor, and servo motor

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Introduction

Robotic technologies are widely used for educational purposes, and this paper analyzed a robot that has the ability of drawing. This robot is able to draw sketches similar to the given instruction with acceptable accuracy, and this drawing robot is designed to work with open-source software and a G-code sender. The main goal of this research is to develop a CNC drawing robot that can draw complex sketches on paper. This robot will encourage people to participate in artistic activities and encourage people's interest in actively participating in robotics and programming

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