CACS20223 Mechatronic Joystick Drive with Feedback for excavator

The purpose of this work is to develop and perform research on a universal joystick drive system for different manual hydraulic distributors and improve its operation performance by introducing a new mechatronic design and a control algorithm. To do this, research of various sensors will be carried out. Research on the operation of sensors in the joystick drive system will help further developments in this direction and can add additional functions such as automatic, tele-operated, or manual with dig assistance. Implementing a mechatronic system for hydraulic system control in existing excavators and other hydraulic driven machines. This new developed device and methodology of their implementation will convert an excavator into a robot containing 4 degrees of freedom. Research based on the original test bench, consisting of computer-controlled drives for hydraulic distributor manipulation of real excavator working joysticks. The development allows you to upgrade equipment instead of buying a new one, which reduces the cost of updating and makes it easier for workers, as well as allows them to work more efficiently.