P14 Spraying Systems

• Benito Cabral
• Vince Gaytan
• Lyle Marshall
• Ryan Sanchez

The UIC P14 Senior Design team project was to design a viable spray impact measurement instrument for Spraying Systems Co. The primary function of this device is to accurately and efficiently measure the impact force of low impact sprays produced by the various types of nozzles produced by Spraying Systems Co. The design goals were to create an instrument which is compact enough to fit in small spaces, durable enough to withstand constant use, and one that minimizes the cost of production as much as possible. Additionally, to ensure that the impact measurements are within the sensor range there are two measurement locations integrated into the design making use of the cantilever-type sensor installed, thus allowing two optional moment-arm lengths. In terms of safety, there are minimal risks involved when using this device aside from the electronic components inside which were insulated to prevent exposure to liquid. The project began with researching the various forms of existing fluid spray measurement and learning how those concepts could be implemented into the design process, which led to the selection of the cantilever sensor. The enclosure, measurement pins, and electronics were then designed around this sensor, to provide reliable and accurate measurements. Though the design process was far from normal due to the current pandemic, the team successfully designed a new instrument that will hopefully benefit existing testing processes and encourage new, innovative methods for measuring spray impact.

See supporting documentation in the team’s Box drive.