Automatic mini forklift

Abstract

The mini forklifter defines the concepts of using forklifts for weights lifting as well as placement using pulley based mechanism. Our system allows for efficient implementation of this concept. The mini forklift uses pulley and belt arrangement In order to lift loads. It is connected to a powerful 12V motor in order to lift weights and also consists of a counter weight in the back to maintain proper balance while lifting weights. The lifting mechanism is attached onto a 4 wheel drive frame chassis strong to support the frame as well as counterweight. It consists of 4 motors needed to control vehicle movement in all 4 directions. The system uses 2 supporting rods with bearing setup in order to achieve smooth vertical movement of the forklift. Also we use 4 motor drive in order to drive the forklift with efficient strength. All the motors are controlled by using microcontroller arduino or raspberrypi.

Existing System

Proposed System

Architecture

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