Project 07 Model Transfer Line

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The model was initially built as a trade show demonstration unit showing how the NATCO line for machining cylinder heads operates. At the time, this machinery was used in industry 2.0 and 3.0. It was created as one of the earliest automation forms that produced many products. The model is now inoperable at the Bechtel Innovation Design Center. Our team's goal is to restore this model to be used for teaching and learning about the evolution of the manufacturing process.​

Project Details

Problem Statement

Restore the NACTO (National Automatic Tool Company) transfer line model to full function to be presented at a trade-show in Fall 2024.

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This project is sponsored by:

The model was initially built as a trade show demonstration unit showing how the NATCO line for machining cylinder heads operates. At the time, this machinery was used in industry 2.0 and 3.0. It was created as one of the earliest automation forms that produced many products. The model is now inoperable at the Bechtel Innovation Design Center. Our team's goal is to restore this model to be used for teaching and learning about the evolution of the manufacturing process.​

Semester of Project: 

Spring 2024

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Problem Statement/Summary: 

Restore the NACTO (National Automatic Tool Company) transfer line model to full function to be presented at a trade-show in Fall 2024.

Project Department: 

SOET

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Project Sponsor Website: 

https://www.purdue.edu/bidc/

Project Sponsor: 

bechtel

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Team Contact: 

geary5@purdue.edu