Classwork Assignment: FluidSIM Relay Control

Design and simulate a pneumatic and electrical control system for a material transfer mechanism involving two cylinders. The system must follow a specific sequence of operations, ensuring smooth and synchronized movement for transferring items between two conveyors.

Scenario:

In a factory automation system, boxes need to be transferred from Conveyor $1$ to Conveyor $2.$ The transfer mechanism includes the following components:

Cylinder $1(C1)$ : Lifts the box from Conveyor $1$ to a transfer position by extending vertically.

Cylinder $2($C$2)$: Pushes the box horizontally onto Conveyor $2$ by extending horizontally.

Both cylinders retract simultaneously to reset the system for the next cycle.

System Components:

$2$ Double$-$acting Cylinders:

$2$ Directional Control Valves $($DCVs$)$:

$4$ Relays:

Deliverables:

Pneumatic Circuit Diagram:

A clear and labeled schematic of the pneumatic system showing the two cylinders and their control valves.

Electrical Circuit Diagram:

A simplified electrical control schematic showing the relays, switches, and connections for controlling the system.

Simulation File:

A working simulation file $($FluidSim$)$ showing the sequence of operations as described.

Explanation of the Sequence:

A detailed description of how the system operates, including the function of each relay and limit switch in the sequence. And the reasoning behind the approach you took to solve the problem at hand.