3D modelling the final rig

We are starting to see our project take form. We have decided on and ordered most of the parts we need, like motor controller, processor and camera. And that means we are now ready to design the housing for these parts.

The housing is made to be mounted on a regular tripod and the rig will be able to revolve 360 degrees. The camera will be mounted in the cradle on top to allow tilt.

We've sketched the rig in SolidWorks, to use as a construction drawing later. The model will be further refined to with mounts for the different circuit boards, batteries and cameras.

Animated 3D model:

The rig rendered in exploded view:

We have access to a machine shop and will be building the rig from aluminium sheet to get a sturdy and light construction.