Date of Graduation

5-2025

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering (MSME)

Degree Level

Graduate

Department

Mechanical Engineering

Advisor/Mentor

Churchill, Hugh O.H.

Committee Member

Wejinya, Uche C.

Second Committee Member

Gunderman, Anthony

Keywords

Archive; Cartesian; Quantum device; Robotics

Abstract

In the manufacturing of quantum devices using 2-dimentional (2D) materials, current processes rely on manual operations of production. MonArk Quantum Foundry is developing a facility to semi-automatically, and ultimately automatically, produce 2D materials. One crucial step in the experimentation process is archiving these materials and completed chips for future access. The sample archival system robot was produced to fulfill this need. The system is a 4 Degree-of-freedom (DOF) cartesian storage system that stores custom aluminum chip trays of sixty samples, having a total storage capacity of 14,400 samples. The sample archive system meets key goals from: it integrates with the assembly line, maintains decent accuracy, and within space limits. However, finding reliable replacements for high-wear ABS parts and testing reliability is ongoing. This thesis outlines the design, construction, and integration of this robot into the 2D material manufacturing chain.

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