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Trencher/Research Development

2012-04-17T14:27:01Z

Joosttricht:

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==Overview==
Research related to the [[Trencher]]

==Research==

Components:

*Quick Attach Plate
*Teeth
*Housing
*Powercube

==See Also==
[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trencher_(machine) Wikipedia: Trencher]

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Trencher/Research Development

2012-04-17T14:26:22Z

Joosttricht:

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==Overview==
Research related to the [[Trencher]]

==Research==

Components:

Quick Attach Plate
Teeth
Housing
Powercube

==See Also==
[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trencher_(machine) Wikipedia: Trencher]

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Trencher/Research Development

2012-04-17T14:25:58Z

Joosttricht:

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==Overview==
Research related to the [[Trencher]]

==Research==

Components:

Quick Attach Plate
Teeth
Powercube

==See Also==
[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trencher_(machine) Wikipedia: Trencher]

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Trencher/Research Development

2012-04-17T14:22:47Z

Joosttricht:

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==Overview==
Research related to the [[Trencher]]

==Research==

Components:

Quick Attach Plate

==See Also==
[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trencher_(machine) Wikipedia: Trencher]

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File:Ose europe logo.svg

2012-04-17T13:25:01Z

Joosttricht: uploaded a new version of "File:Ose europe logo.svg"

OSE Europe Logo SVG

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2012-04-17T13:23:55Z

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OSE Europe Logo SVG

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2012-04-17T13:22:54Z

Joosttricht: uploaded a new version of "File:Ose europe logo.svg"

OSE Europe Logo SVG

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2012-04-17T13:21:41Z

Joosttricht: uploaded a new version of "File:Ose europe logo.svg": Added Nikolay's recommendents

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Dairy Milker

2012-04-17T08:40:16Z

Joosttricht:

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[[Category:Dairy Milker]]

==Overview==
[[Image:MilkingMachine.png|thumb|400px|Dairy Milker]]
[[Image:Cow.jpg|thumb|400px|Moo]]

The Dairy Milker yields [[milk]] and [[dairy]] products from dairy [[cows]].

{{Video}}

==Detailed Description==

The dairy milker is comprised of 4 teatcups that attach onto the teats of the dairy cow. These teatcups connect via short milk tubes and short pulsation tubes to a claw (connection component that links the teatcups to the rest of the dairy milker). The claw is connected via a long milk tube and a long pulsation tube to the milkline (collection bucket), from which the collected milk is transported via airflow and pump to a bulk tank (central storage vat). The dairy milker yields milk from the teats of a cow by applying a continuous vacuum, thereby creating a pressure difference across the teat canal. Because the vacuum causes teat tissue congestion (problematic accumulation of blood and other fluids), air is pulsated to the teatcup liners at pre-determined intervals to ease tissue congestion.

==Solution Statement==

The agricultural pathway for dairy products necessitate the production of milk, for which the dairy milker provides an automated means to do so.

==Product Ecology==

'''Uses'''
*{{Furnace}} - Steel
*Cow - Milk

'''Creates'''
*[[Dairy]]
*[[Milk]]
*[[Cheese]]
*Butter
*Keifer
*Yogurt
*Ghee

The dairy milker fulfills the role of producing milk from cows through automation.

[[Image:5b-agricultureeco.png|border|600px|Agriculture]]

==Components==

The major components of the dairy milker include:

*'''Claw''' - the intermediary part that connects the short milk and pulsation tubes from the teatcups to the long milk and pulsation tubes going to the collection bucket.
*'''Teatcups''' - the direct contact parts that gently clasp onto the teats of a dairy cow so that the applied vacuum yields milk.
*'''Collection Bucket''' - The minor receiver of extracted milk that connects to the bulk tank.
*'''Bulk Tank''' - The major receiver of extracted milk that can connect to multiple collection buckets.
*'''Pump and Airflow Circuit''' - the set of parts that create a pressure difference between the collection bucket and the bulk tank, thereby channelling extracted milk from the collection bucket to the bulk tank.
*'''Vacuum and Pulsation Circuit''' - the set of parts that produce the vacuum and air pulsation intervals for milk extraction and teat tissue relief, respectively.

=Status=
The Dairy Milker is currently in the research phase.

=See Also=
*[[Animals]]
*[[Dairy]]
*[[Ruminants]]

*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Milk Wikipedia: Milk]
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dairy Wikipedia: Dairy]
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Milking_machines#Milking_machines Wikipedia: Milking Machines]

*[http://www.milkacademy.com/index_en.php3 Milk Academy]

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Dairy Milker

2012-04-17T08:38:46Z

Joosttricht:

{{GVCS Header}}

[[Category:Dairy Milker]]

==Overview==
[[Image:MilkingMachine.png|thumb|400px|Dairy Milker]]
[[Image:Cow.jpg|thumb|400px|Moo]]

The Dairy Milker yields [[milk]] and [[dairy]] products from dairy [[cows]].

{{Video}}

==Detailed Description==

The dairy milker is comprised of 4 teatcups that attach onto the teats of the dairy cow. These teatcups connect via short milk tubes and short pulsation tubes to a claw (connection component that links the teatcups to the rest of the dairy milker). The claw is connected via a long milk tube and a long pulsation tube to the milkline (collection bucket), from which the collected milk is transported via airflow and pump to a bulk tank (central storage vat). The dairy milker yields milk from the teats of a cow by applying a continuous vacuum, thereby creating a pressure difference across the teat canal. Because the vacuum causes teat tissue congestion (problematic accumulation of blood and other fluids), air is pulsated to the teatcup liners at pre-determined intervals to ease tissue congestion.

==Solution Statement==

The agricultural pathway for dairy products necessitate the production of milk, for which the dairy milker provides an automated means to do so.

==Product Ecology==

'''Uses'''
*{{Furnace}} - Steel
*{{Cow}} - Milk

'''Creates'''
*[[Dairy]]
*[[Milk]]
*[[Cheese]]
*Butter
*Keifer
*Yogurt
*Ghee

The dairy milker fulfills the role of producing milk from cows through automation.

[[Image:5b-agricultureeco.png|border|600px|Agriculture]]

==Components==

The major components of the dairy milker include:

*'''Claw''' - the intermediary part that connects the short milk and pulsation tubes from the teatcups to the long milk and pulsation tubes going to the collection bucket.
*'''Teatcups''' - the direct contact parts that gently clasp onto the teats of a dairy cow so that the applied vacuum yields milk.
*'''Collection Bucket''' - The minor receiver of extracted milk that connects to the bulk tank.
*'''Bulk Tank''' - The major receiver of extracted milk that can connect to multiple collection buckets.
*'''Pump and Airflow Circuit''' - the set of parts that create a pressure difference between the collection bucket and the bulk tank, thereby channelling extracted milk from the collection bucket to the bulk tank.
*'''Vacuum and Pulsation Circuit''' - the set of parts that produce the vacuum and air pulsation intervals for milk extraction and teat tissue relief, respectively.

=Status=
The Dairy Milker is currently in the research phase.

=See Also=
*[[Animals]]
*[[Dairy]]
*[[Ruminants]]

*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Milk Wikipedia: Milk]
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dairy Wikipedia: Dairy]
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Milking_machines#Milking_machines Wikipedia: Milking Machines]

*[http://www.milkacademy.com/index_en.php3 Milk Academy]

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File:Opensource ecology logo.svg

2012-04-13T13:02:57Z

Joosttricht: uploaded a new version of "File:Opensource ecology logo.svg"

The Opensource Europe Logo

File:Opensource ecology logo.svg

2012-04-13T13:01:42Z

Joosttricht: uploaded a new version of "File:Opensource ecology logo.svg"

The Opensource Europe Logo

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2012-04-13T12:31:17Z

Joosttricht: uploaded a new version of "File:Opensource ecology logo.svg": Changed the europe part

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OSEE Logo

2012-04-13T11:33:06Z

Joosttricht: Added the first version of the logo

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2012-04-13T11:32:03Z

Joosttricht: The Opensource Europe Logo

The Opensource Europe Logo

Netherlands

2012-04-12T15:13:13Z

Joosttricht:

{{OrigLang}}

Documenting the expansion of OSE in the Netherlands.

==People==
If you are interested in expanding OSE in the Netherlands, please add your name (possibly linked to your [[Team Culturing]] profile) and contacts:

* Joost, van Tricht, Joosttricht(at)gmail(dot)com
* First name, Last name, youremail (at) mail (dot) net

[[Category: OSE Europe]] [[Category: Netherlands]]

LifeTrac E1

2012-04-10T13:18:26Z

Joosttricht: Created page with "The LifeTrac E1 is an Tractor totally designed for Europe"

The LifeTrac E1 is an Tractor totally designed for Europe

LifeCat 1.0/Research Development

2012-02-29T16:38:41Z

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{{OrigLang}}
{{Header Tool|ToolName={{BASEPAGENAME}}|ToolParent=LifeTrac}}
[[Category:LifeTrac]]
[[Category:LifeCat]]

==Overview==
The research and development of the LifeCat is critical in creating a end product that will perform well and be a great tool and safe for the user.

'''[[Design Process| The Design Process]]''' - General overview of the design process

==Background Research==
===[[/Commercial Designs Research| Commercial Designs Research]]===
* Key Design Features
* Pros and Cons to different designs
* Links

===[[/Previous Design Analysis| Previous Design Analysis]]===
* Collection and analysis of the lessons learned from previous LifeTrac versions and community feedback.

===[[/Industry Standards Research| Industry Standards Research]]===
* Analysis of required law compliance.
**This is for stuff like safety requirements. It is perhaps not required to meet these, but an analysis and understanding of the purpose of these laws is important to justify complaince or non-compliance. Also it provides a good base for design.
* Industry Specification Standards
** Similar to law compliance, this is for background research, compliance is not necessary but an understanding of how things are normally measured and built is useful.

===[[/Additional Resources| Additional Resources]]===
* Links to DIY tractors and other resoures

==Defined Specifications==
* '''[[/Features| Desired Features]]''' - List of desired features
* Detailed Specifications - Coming soon

==Concept Generation & Sub Component Engineering==
[[File:LifeCatSpaceClaim.png|thumb|right|Initial LifeCat Space Claim]]
* General overview concept
** You can see in the image to the right, the initial space claim is being worked on. The space claim helps define different sub-systems and the area they can occupy without interfering with each other.
** This space claim shows:
*** Max height = 1900mm
*** Length = 2600mm
*** Overall Width = 1750mm
*** Wheelbase = 1100mm
*** Ground Clearnace = 180mm
* Detailed Design
* Human Factors Analysis
* CAD Models - Email [[Mike Apostol]] if you would like what is done so far
===Sub Systems===
* Frame
* Lift Arm
* Quick Attach
* Hydraulics
* Drive System
* Occupant Area
* Control Methods
* Additional Features

==Prototypes==
* Pictures, Videos, Discussions, Analysis, Performance Review

LifeCat 1.0/Research Development/nl

2012-02-29T16:37:34Z

Joosttricht: Created page with "{{Header Tool|ToolName={{BASEPAGENAME}}|ToolParent=LifeTrac}} Category:LifeTrac Category:LifeCat ==Overview== The research and development of the LifeCat is critical in ..."

{{Header Tool|ToolName={{BASEPAGENAME}}|ToolParent=LifeTrac}}
[[Category:LifeTrac]]
[[Category:LifeCat]]

==Overview==
The research and development of the LifeCat is critical in creating a end product that will perform well and be a great tool and safe for the user.

'''[[Design Process| The Design Process]]''' - General overview of the design process

==Background Research==
===[[/Commercial Designs Research| Commercial Designs Research]]===
* Key Design Features
* Pros and Cons to different designs
* Links

===[[/Previous Design Analysis| Previous Design Analysis]]===
* Collection and analysis of the lessons learned from previous LifeTrac versions and community feedback.

===[[/Industry Standards Research| Industry Standards Research]]===
* Analysis of required law compliance.
**This is for stuff like safety requirements. It is perhaps not required to meet these, but an analysis and understanding of the purpose of these laws is important to justify complaince or non-compliance. Also it provides a good base for design.
* Industry Specification Standards
** Similar to law compliance, this is for background research, compliance is not necessary but an understanding of how things are normally measured and built is useful.

===[[/Additional Resources| Additional Resources]]===
* Links to DIY tractors and other resoures

==Defined Specifications==
* '''[[/Features| Desired Features]]''' - List of desired features
* Detailed Specifications - Coming soon

==Concept Generation & Sub Component Engineering==
[[File:LifeCatSpaceClaim.png|thumb|right|Initial LifeCat Space Claim]]
* General overview concept
** You can see in the image to the right, the initial space claim is being worked on. The space claim helps define different sub-systems and the area they can occupy without interfering with each other.
** This space claim shows:
*** Max height = 1900mm
*** Length = 2600mm
*** Overall Width = 1750mm
*** Wheelbase = 1100mm
*** Ground Clearnace = 180mm
* Detailed Design
* Human Factors Analysis
* CAD Models - Email [[Mike Apostol]] if you would like what is done so far
===Sub Systems===
* Frame
* Lift Arm
* Quick Attach
* Hydraulics
* Drive System
* Occupant Area
* Control Methods
* Additional Features

==Prototypes==
* Pictures, Videos, Discussions, Analysis, Performance Review

LifeCat 1.0/nl

2012-02-29T16:36:31Z

Joosttricht:

[[Category:LifeTrac]]
[[Category:LifeCat]]
[[Category:GVCS]]
{{Header Tool|ToolParent=LifeTrac|ToolName={{BASEPAGENAME}}}}

==Overzicht==
LifeCat is a pure skid steer machine that is a parallel project to the LifeTrac. Het ontwikkelingsproces zal veel slomer gaan dan die van de Liftrac om te proberen te begrijpen hoe de complexe dynamica die betrokken is in de schranklader laadkrachten. Dit zal de ontwikkeling van een geoptimaliseerd frame met nadruk op veiligheid, menselijke factoren, constructie en geluiddemping.

It is expected that there will be shared development between the LifeCat and LifeTrac, however there will be difference in the initial design specifications that will necessitate some obvious changes. Additionally LifeCat will be the first machine designed in metric from the start. It could be argued that this should share the LifeTrac name, but the at the core of the LifeTrac the idea is to have a tractor, and this machine will not full fill that requirement.

==Actuele Ontwerp Status==
Vroege research en ontwikkeling

==Algemene Specificaties==
Coming as soon as they're developed!

==Current Needs==
* Lots of [[/Research Development| R&D]] work required! Head over there and start filling in the missing info :D
** Specifically some more information on Industry Standards and pulling out the useful points from the documents that are there
** Find more DIY projects for ideas

==Project Leiders==
* [[Mike Apostol]] - Heeft niet langer de tijd voor OSE voor de komende maanden. als iemand het leuk vindt om het voort te zetten doe het dan!

LifeCat 1.0

2012-02-29T16:34:37Z

Joosttricht:

{{OrigLang}}
[[Category:LifeTrac]]
[[Category:LifeCat]]
[[Category:GVCS]]
{{Header Tool|ToolParent=LifeTrac|ToolName={{BASEPAGENAME}}}}

==Overview==
LifeCat is a pure skid steer machine that is a parallel project to the LifeTrac. The development process will be slower than the LifeTrac to try and understand some of the more complex dynamics involved in skid steer loading forces. This will allow for the development of a optimized frame with an emphasis on safety, human factors, construction and sound design principals.

It is expected that there will be shared development between the LifeCat and LifeTrac, however there will be difference in the initial design specifications that will necessitate some obvious changes. Additionally LifeCat will be the first machine designed in metric from the start. It could be argued that this should share the LifeTrac name, but the at the core of the LifeTrac the idea is to have a tractor, and this machine will not full fill that requirement.

==Current Design Status==
Early research and development

==General Specifications==
Coming as soon as they're developed!

==Current Needs==
* Lots of [[/Research Development| R&D]] work required! Head over there and start filling in the missing info :D
** Specifically some more information on Industry Standards and pulling out the useful points from the documents that are there
** Find more DIY projects for ideas

==Project Leaders==
* [[Mike Apostol]] - No longer have time for OSE for the next couple of months. If someone would like to continue this project please do so!

LifeCat 1.0/Research Development/Features/nl

2012-02-29T16:31:53Z

Joosttricht: Created page with "==Overview== List of desired features that should try to be worked into the design of the LifeCat ==Safety Features== * Veiligheidsgordek * Structurally sound occupant enclosure..."

==Overview==
List of desired features that should try to be worked into the design of the LifeCat

==Safety Features==
* Veiligheidsgordek
* Structurally sound occupant enclosure
* Screen/glass/clear plastic on sides to ensure limbs cannot get caught in lift arms
* 360deg field of view
* Handrem - hydraulisch geinactiveerd - geen idee hoe dit te doen
* Roll over Protection (ROPS)

==Design Features==
* Bob-Tac Quick Attach - Universal Quick Attach Plate
* Auxiliary hydraulics at lifter arm bend on left side
* Protected hose routing
* Quick couplers
* Maximum reach at flatbed truck height ~ 60"
* Headlights mounting location
* Dome light
* Design for counterweight location
* Cab forward location
* Bekerhouder - iedereen houdt van bekerhouders!
* Verstelbare Stoel - onvermijdelijk

==Aandrijving==
* One hydraulic motor for each side, chain drive to wheels
** Bobcat S630 is using 120 High Strength Chain while other models use 80 HSC
* Chain case
* Wheel mounting that transfers non-rotational load to frame, not axle
* Here is a good movie about the skid steering mechanism [[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ncCv5PjzGM]]

==Frame==
* Tie down locations for transport
* Bolt together base frame
** Niet zeker of het daadwerkelijk haalbaar is en behoud van alle nodige afstemmingen en sterkte

LifeCat 1.0/nl

2012-02-28T15:37:17Z

Joosttricht:

[[Category:LifeTrac]]
[[Category:LifeCat]]
[[Category:GVCS]]
{{Header Tool|ToolParent=LifeTrac|ToolName={{BASEPAGENAME}}}}

==Overview==
LifeCat is a pure skid steer machine that is a parallel project to the LifeTrac. Het ontwikkelingsproces zal veel slomer gaan dan die van de Liftrac om te proberen te begrijpen hoe de complexe dynamica die betrokken is in de schranklader laadkrachten. Dit zal de ontwikkeling van een geoptimaliseerd frame met nadruk op veiligheid, menselijke factoren, constructie en geluiddemping.

It is expected that there will be shared development between the LifeCat and LifeTrac, however there will be difference in the initial design specifications that will necessitate some obvious changes. Additionally LifeCat will be the first machine designed in metric from the start. It could be argued that this should share the LifeTrac name, but the at the core of the LifeTrac the idea is to have a tractor, and this machine will not full fill that requirement.

==Actuele Ontwerp Status==
Vroege research en ontwikkeling

==Algemene Specificaties==
Coming as soon as they're developed!

==Current Needs==
* Lots of [[/Research Development| R&D]] work required! Head over there and start filling in the missing info :D
** Specifically some more information on Industry Standards and pulling out the useful points from the documents that are there
** Find more DIY projects for ideas

==Project Leiders==
* [[Mike Apostol]] - Heeft niet langer de tijd voor OSE voor de komende maanden. als iemand het leuk vindt om het voort te zetten doe het dan!

LifeCat 1.0/nl

2012-02-28T15:19:44Z

Joosttricht: Created page with "Category:LifeTrac Category:LifeCat Category:GVCS {{Header Tool|ToolParent=LifeTrac|ToolName={{BASEPAGENAME}}}} ==Overview== LifeCat is a pure skid steer machine that..."

[[Category:LifeTrac]]
[[Category:LifeCat]]
[[Category:GVCS]]
{{Header Tool|ToolParent=LifeTrac|ToolName={{BASEPAGENAME}}}}

==Overview==
LifeCat is a pure skid steer machine that is a parallel project to the LifeTrac. Het ontwikkelingsproces zal veel slomer gaan dan die van de Liftrac om te proberen te begrijpen hoe de complexe dynamica die betrokken is in de schranklader laadkrachten. Dit zal de ontwikkeling van een geoptimaliseerd frame met nadruk op veiligheid, menselijke factoren, constructie en geluiddemping.

It is expected that there will be shared development between the LifeCat and LifeTrac, however there will be difference in the initial design specifications that will necessitate some obvious changes. Additionally LifeCat will be the first machine designed in metric from the start. It could be argued that this should share the LifeTrac name, but the at the core of the LifeTrac the idea is to have a tractor, and this machine will not full fill that requirement.

==Current Design Status==
Early research and development

==General Specifications==
Coming as soon as they're developed!

==Current Needs==
* Lots of [[/Research Development| R&D]] work required! Head over there and start filling in the missing info :D
** Specifically some more information on Industry Standards and pulling out the useful points from the documents that are there
** Find more DIY projects for ideas

==Project Leaders==
* [[Mike Apostol]] - No longer have time for OSE for the next couple of months. If someone would like to continue this project please do so!

LifeCat 1.0

2012-02-28T15:19:21Z

Joosttricht: Undo revision 55410 by Joosttricht (talk)

[[Category:LifeTrac]]
[[Category:LifeCat]]
[[Category:GVCS]]
{{Header Tool|ToolParent=LifeTrac|ToolName={{BASEPAGENAME}}}}

==Overview==
LifeCat is a pure skid steer machine that is a parallel project to the LifeTrac. The development process will be slower than the LifeTrac to try and understand some of the more complex dynamics involved in skid steer loading forces. This will allow for the development of a optimized frame with an emphasis on safety, human factors, construction and sound design principals.

It is expected that there will be shared development between the LifeCat and LifeTrac, however there will be difference in the initial design specifications that will necessitate some obvious changes. Additionally LifeCat will be the first machine designed in metric from the start. It could be argued that this should share the LifeTrac name, but the at the core of the LifeTrac the idea is to have a tractor, and this machine will not full fill that requirement.

==Current Design Status==
Early research and development

==General Specifications==
Coming as soon as they're developed!

==Current Needs==
* Lots of [[/Research Development| R&D]] work required! Head over there and start filling in the missing info :D
** Specifically some more information on Industry Standards and pulling out the useful points from the documents that are there
** Find more DIY projects for ideas

==Project Leaders==
* [[Mike Apostol]] - No longer have time for OSE for the next couple of months. If someone would like to continue this project please do so!

LifeCat 1.0

2012-02-28T15:18:25Z

Joosttricht:

[[Category:LifeTrac]]
[[Category:LifeCat]]
[[Category:GVCS]]
{{Header Tool|ToolParent=LifeTrac|ToolName={{BASEPAGENAME}}}}

==Overview==
LifeCat is a pure skid steer machine that is a parallel project to the LifeTrac. Het ontwikkelingsproces zal veel slomer gaan dan die van de Liftrac om te proberen te begrijpen hoe de complexe dynamica die betrokken is in de schranklader laadkrachten. Dit zal de ontwikkeling van een geoptimaliseerd frame met nadruk op veiligheid, menselijke factoren, constructie en geluiddemping.

It is expected that there will be shared development between the LifeCat and LifeTrac, however there will be difference in the initial design specifications that will necessitate some obvious changes. Additionally LifeCat will be the first machine designed in metric from the start. It could be argued that this should share the LifeTrac name, but the at the core of the LifeTrac the idea is to have a tractor, and this machine will not full fill that requirement.

==Current Design Status==
Early research and development

==General Specifications==
Coming as soon as they're developed!

==Current Needs==
* Lots of [[/Research Development| R&D]] work required! Head over there and start filling in the missing info :D
** Specifically some more information on Industry Standards and pulling out the useful points from the documents that are there
** Find more DIY projects for ideas

==Project Leaders==
* [[Mike Apostol]] - No longer have time for OSE for the next couple of months. If someone would like to continue this project please do so!

LifeCat 1.0/Research Development/Features

2012-02-27T12:37:35Z

Joosttricht:

==Overview==
List of desired features that should try to be worked into the design of the LifeCat

==Safety Features==
* Seat belt
* Structurally sound occupant enclosure
* Screen/glass/clear plastic on sides to ensure limbs cannot get caught in lift arms
* 360deg field of view
* Parking Brake - Hydraulically inactivated - No idea how to do this
* Roll over Protection (ROPS)

==Design Features==
* Bob-Tac Quick Attach - Universal Quick Attach Plate
* Auxiliary hydraulics at lifter arm bend on left side
* Protected hose routing
* Quick couplers
* Maximum reach at flatbed truck height ~ 60"
* Headlights mounting location
* Dome light
* Design for counterweight location
* Cab forward location
* Cup holder - Everyone loves cup holders!
* Adjustable seat - Unlikely though

==Drive Train==
* One hydraulic motor for each side, chain drive to wheels
** Bobcat S630 is using 120 High Strength Chain while other models use 80 HSC
* Chain case
* Wheel mounting that transfers non-rotational load to frame, not axle
* Here is a good movie about the skid steering mechanism [[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ncCv5PjzGM]]

==Frame==
* Tie down locations for transport
* Bolt together base frame
** Not sure if actually feasable and maintaining required alignments and strength