Are you an MSc student in Mechanical Engineering with an interest in precision mechanics, dynamics and mechatronic system design? Do you want to work on a challenging motion system in which accuracy, speed, stiffness and control all come together? We are looking for you!
Your assignment
In high-end printing systems, sheets are printed on using inkjet technology. The sheets are transported under the printheads by a highly accurate conveyor system. The belt has a partial vacuum that holds the substrate firmly onto the belt. To ensure print quality, the belt must move with micrometer accuracy.
However, the belt is made from a polymer film that undergoes some deformation. This is due, among other things, to friction experienced by the belt, steering forces, and the pre-tensioning force. These deformations cause creep to occur between the sheet and the conveyor belt as it moves along the track. These ‘belt stretch’ deformations can be compensated for by a control system.
Your assignment is to understand the factors that contribute to belt stretch. Moreover, you will create a model-based system that predicts the error induced by this phenomenon, such that the system can correct for it.
The model should use inputs that affect the belt stretch, such as the torque of the drive torque of the belt, the media dimensions and weight, its coefficient of friction, sheet temperatures, and many more. The influence of each contributor needs to be understood and modelled properly. You will propose a suitable compensation strategy.
The result of the assignment provides valuable insight into the factors affecting the print belt/sheet interactions and a methodical, systematic way of correcting for them. The model will be made in MATLAB/Simulink and can then be tested and verified with a real setup.
Your profile
- You are an MSc student in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics or a related discipline
- You have affinity with precision mechanics, dynamics and motion systems
- You enjoy combining system thinking with detailed mechanical design
- You have experience with modelling, calculations and preferably simulation tools
- You are interested in mechatronic design, including actuation and control aspects
What’s in it for you?
- A challenging assignment with skilled coaching
- Internship/ Graduation compensation of €500,- per month
- Travel cost compensation if you don’t have an ‘OV-weekcard’
- The possibility to network with professionals inside and outside your field of expertise, thanks to our diversity of disciplines which you will work with
Interested?
Are you interested in this assignment? Please click on the button 'apply now' where you can upload your resume and motivation letter. If you would like to receive more information concerning this assignment, please contact John Asaad, tel. +31 (06) 40313093 or john.asaad@cpp.canon. If you have any questions about the internship in general, please contact careers@cpp.canon.