We've been working really hard on the pump, so here's an update!
This Monday, Sam machined our parts for our motor, so we were all set to put the pieces together! She made an arm to hold the bearings, two shoulder bolts, and a shaft to put over the motor.
This Thursday we were finally able to put everything together and test it! Here's Gracie getting the motor ready to run for our first test.
Unfortunately, we have to make a few adjustments to the pump before it will work, but it's on its way! Our pump was able to spin the bearings without the tubing, but with the tubing in place it was not strong enough. This may be for several reasons. One thing we're going to look at is whether we're giving the motor enough current. Second, we're going to get some different tubing that is a little less stiff so that there is less resistant against the motor. Hopefully by the end of this weekend we should have some of these motors addressed.
Don't forget to water your plants today!
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