Electronic Valve Actuator

An actuator is a mechanical device for moving or controlling a mechanism or system. It is operated by a source of energy, usually in the form of an electric current, hydraulic fluid pressure or pneumatic pressure, and converts that energy into some kind of motion.Actuators are used for the automation of industrial valves and can be found in all kinds of technical process plants: they are used in waste water treatment plants, power plants and even refineries.

This project idea is for Mechanical engineering students.University of Queensland report on Electronic valve actuator will guide you more about this project.

Explanation of above Diagram :

1.Motor

2.Limit and torque sensors

3.Gearing

4.Valve attachment

5.Manual operation

6.Actuator controls

7.Electrical connection

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