Challenge

In-dependant Project

Design and Modelling of Skid Steer Loader

Objective

The objective of this project is used to create a different part of the Skid Steer Loader using Solidworks.
To assemble the different parts modeled for the Skid Steer Loader.
To create a photorealistic rendering of the Skid Steer Loader using Photo view 360.

Skid Steer Loader

In this project I designed the Skid Steer Loader of Bobcat S130, it was manufactured in 2003.
The Bobcat S130 Skid-Steer Loader is a 46.0 HP machine that can weigh in at over 2.53 tons and is powered by a 4-cylinder Kubota Diesel engine. It has a 54-inch bucket capacity.
Skid loaders are compact, powerful, and versatile machines can be 4-wheel or track driven.
They fit into small spaces and can turn within a tight angle 180°at full speed.
Skid loaders function to push, scrape, scoop, lift, and dump materials.
It can be used as a remote power source for various attachments, Easy to operate.

Parts to be modeled for Bobcat

The following parts of the Bobcat are modeled in Solidworks and assembled together.

1) Main Body

It was created by using Extruded Boss and Extruded Cut Features.
The main body is the base part for sub-assembly which is connected to it.
Control levers, pedals, and a parking brake are arranged compactly within the operator’s space.

2) Cabinet

It was also created by using Extruded Boss, Extruded Cut, and linear pattern Features.
It protects the operator when working in hazardous places.

3) Lifting Arm

4) Hydraulic Cylinder

Revolve and Extrude base features are used to create this part.
A skid loader is a very powerful hydraulic machine.
A hydrostatic transmission controls forward and reverses direction.
Hydrostatic valves control the flow of hydraulic oil to steer the machine by “skidding” it sharply around a corner.

5) Bucket

Skid Loader Bucket is usually made of an AISI 4130 or 4140
The AISI 4000 series of steels are chromium-molybdenum steels.
Chromium improves corrosion resistance and its ability to be hardened while molybdenum increases strength and hardenability.

6) Differential

It was created by using the shell, Extrude Boss, and Revolve features.
A differential is a gear train with three shafts that has the property that the rotational speed of one shaft is the average of the speeds of the others.

7) Wheel Assembly

8) Exhaust Assembly

It was Created by using Extrude Boss, Extrude cut, and Linear Pattern.
It provides ventilation for heat produced by the engine and makes the operator comfortable.

Assembly of Wheel, Axle, and Differential

It is a working model, power from the motor transfer to the front and rear differential through the shaft.
In this assemble I used gear mate to link the gears to rotate in the respective axis.

Photorealistic rendering of Bobcat

It is a process of creating a 3D model into a realistic image.
The rendered image incorporates the appearances, lighting, scene, and decals included with the model.
Using Photo view 360 renderings of the Bobcat is done with different views.

CONCLUSION

By applying solid and surface modeling methodologies, the design and assembly of Skid-Steer Loader(Bobcat) were completed using Solidworks.
The model was given a photorealistic render using Solidworks Visualize.
This model can be further improvised by adding other parts such as the hydraulic components, Mechanical components.
The idea behind the project was to demonstrate the basic working principle of a Strut Type Suspension by applying the Solidworks skills that I learned through this course.

Ship work like this
in your own course.