Pneumatic Jumping Platform Development
Budget: $250 – $750 USD
Project Brief – Remote Controlled Pneumatic Platform
Overview
I am developing a pouch that uses a flat pneumatic pouch actuator (instead of a round air cylinder) mounted under a 3″ W× 6″ L × 1/2″ H platform.
The goal is to achieve a rapid “jump” The system must be compact, lightweight, battery-powered, and wirelessly remote controlled.
Functional Requirements
Actuation
Movement: Rapid lift of one side of the platform, 2–4 inches height.
Cycle: 4 seconds per movement (including ~1 second pause at the top).
Actuator type: Custom silicone flat pouch with ~¼" height and ~1" length pump.
Pump: Very small, flat diaphragm air pump, 12 V DC, ~10 LPM or smaller if sufficient.
Control
Wireless remote control (preferred: 433 MHz RF or Bluetooth Low Energy).
On/Off and Height Control (low/med/high) and run time duration setup.
Powered by small rechargeable battery pack (LiPo or 18650).
Electronics
Microcontroller (Arduino Nano, ESP32, or similar) to control pump and vent solenoid.
Vent valve for rapid deflation.
Optional: LED status indicator.
Form Factor
All components must fit under the 3″W × 3″L platform, ideally inside a thin housing under the platform.
Pump and electronics height limit: ≤ 0.25″ for pouch safety and aesthetics.
Deliverables Expected
Mechanical integration design (placement of pouch, pump, vent valve, battery, control board).
Electronic circuit design (schematic + wiring diagram).
3D CAD files for mounting brackets, housing, and actuator mold adjustments (if needed).
Arduino (or other MCU) code to control inflation/deflation with timing and remote input.
Prototype build (optional: engineer assembles a working unit).
Bill of Materials (BOM) with sourcing links and estimated cost.
Constraints
Budget: Initial prototype parts budget 'low' USD.
Timeline: 1–2 weeks from project start to functional prototype.
Safety: Must be safe (no exposed sharp parts, minimal heat generation, sealed electronics).
What I Already Have
· Example cycle timing (4 sec with 1 sec pause at top).
Skills Required
Mechanical engineering (small pneumatics, actuator integration).
Electronics engineering (pump control, battery management, wireless modules).
Embedded programming (Arduino or similar).
3D design for mounting and housing parts and platform.
Overview
I am developing a pouch that uses a flat pneumatic pouch actuator (instead of a round air cylinder) mounted under a 3″ W× 6″ L × 1/2″ H platform.
The goal is to achieve a rapid “jump” The system must be compact, lightweight, battery-powered, and wirelessly remote controlled.
Functional Requirements
Actuation
Movement: Rapid lift of one side of the platform, 2–4 inches height.
Cycle: 4 seconds per movement (including ~1 second pause at the top).
Actuator type: Custom silicone flat pouch with ~¼" height and ~1" length pump.
Pump: Very small, flat diaphragm air pump, 12 V DC, ~10 LPM or smaller if sufficient.
Control
Wireless remote control (preferred: 433 MHz RF or Bluetooth Low Energy).
On/Off and Height Control (low/med/high) and run time duration setup.
Powered by small rechargeable battery pack (LiPo or 18650).
Electronics
Microcontroller (Arduino Nano, ESP32, or similar) to control pump and vent solenoid.
Vent valve for rapid deflation.
Optional: LED status indicator.
Form Factor
All components must fit under the 3″W × 3″L platform, ideally inside a thin housing under the platform.
Pump and electronics height limit: ≤ 0.25″ for pouch safety and aesthetics.
Deliverables Expected
Mechanical integration design (placement of pouch, pump, vent valve, battery, control board).
Electronic circuit design (schematic + wiring diagram).
3D CAD files for mounting brackets, housing, and actuator mold adjustments (if needed).
Arduino (or other MCU) code to control inflation/deflation with timing and remote input.
Prototype build (optional: engineer assembles a working unit).
Bill of Materials (BOM) with sourcing links and estimated cost.
Constraints
Budget: Initial prototype parts budget 'low' USD.
Timeline: 1–2 weeks from project start to functional prototype.
Safety: Must be safe (no exposed sharp parts, minimal heat generation, sealed electronics).
What I Already Have
· Example cycle timing (4 sec with 1 sec pause at top).
Skills Required
Mechanical engineering (small pneumatics, actuator integration).
Electronics engineering (pump control, battery management, wireless modules).
Embedded programming (Arduino or similar).
3D design for mounting and housing parts and platform.