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Originally Posted by matthew K
currently i trying a forklift arm similar to the forklift crane in (automated storage and retrieval system)ASRS. can anyone help me with the design of the forklift? the forklift need to move forward in a short distance only. i really have no idea how to start . can anyone help me with a design pics or something? tq
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Short distance motion is often done with a cam, especially since you're likely to be using a motor's rotation to do it. Rack and pinion gearing for slightly longer linear motion is the next choice to look at. Longer extension might be done with a looped cable and reel.
Take a look through the various mechanisms picture books. The ones made for the industrial revolution are helpful even if they are a hundred years old.