Inverted Pendulum

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The examination of the challenges for stabilizing single, double, and triple inverted pendulum on a cart moving along a rectilinear track. Left uncontrolled, these systems are inherently unstable, posing risks and limitations in industries like robotics and automation. The need for this project arises from the potential for accidents and inefficiencies in applications involving these pendulum systems. The project's benefits extend to industries reliant on precision control, promising improved safety, enhanced efficiency, and new possibilities. Stakeholders include industrial sectors, control system experts, and students gaining practical experience. The team’s specific stakeholder is Purdue SOET, as they are the host of the project. Successful implementation will advance control theory, expand applications, and equip students for relevant careers.

Project Details

Problem Statement

The purpose of this project was to design and implement a multi-pendulum inverted cart system intended for educational and research use. Testing needs to be conducted to verify a stable and consistent outcome.

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This project is sponsored by:

The examination of the challenges for stabilizing single, double, and triple inverted pendulum on a cart moving along a rectilinear track. Left uncontrolled, these systems are inherently unstable, posing risks and limitations in industries like robotics and automation. The need for this project arises from the potential for accidents and inefficiencies in applications involving these pendulum systems. The project's benefits extend to industries reliant on precision control, promising improved safety, enhanced efficiency, and new possibilities. Stakeholders include industrial sectors, control system experts, and students gaining practical experience. The team’s specific stakeholder is Purdue SOET, as they are the host of the project. Successful implementation will advance control theory, expand applications, and equip students for relevant careers.

Semester of Project: 

Spring 2024

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Problem Statement/Summary: 

The purpose of this project was to design and implement a multi-pendulum inverted cart system intended for educational and research use. Testing needs to be conducted to verify a stable and consistent outcome.

Project Department: 

SOET

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Project Sponsor Website: 

https://polytechnic.purdue.edu/schools/engineering-technology

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soet

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Team Contact: 

bharadw9@purdue.edu