Now that I'm on a computer, I can be a little more thorough. I will do my best to get a video up soon. We are working out a few programming bugs to smooth out the operation.
Ideally, we will be around 50-55psi of working pressure to climb. With 6 reserviors and a compressor, we have enough capacity to climb in around 30-45 seconds, depending on final weight. Each 2in OD Cylinder is an 18in stroke. Swinging is prevented from the hook assembly along with the rotation of the cylinder. I think a CAD file may make things a little more clear. We used a free student trial of SolidEdge ST5.
General View:
Top View:
Reaching/Rotational Mechanism:
Mounting Plate:
The Claaaawww. (Our team name is the Eagletrons, so we thought to make them eagle talons to add a little character):
Capnslow, we actually made that article a point when we assembled the reservoir system. I thank you for that, it very well kept our team safe, as well as many others I'm sure.
Hopefully this all adds a little clarity to my initial post. If anyone has any questions shy of video or constructive criticism, please feel free to post up!