E&TC / ECE · Solar and power electronics · Final year project
Pneumatic Actuator Based Lifter Jack
A vehicle lifting jack powered by an air cylinder. Pressing a foot pump pushes air into the cylinder to lift the vehicle, and a solenoid valve releases the air to lower it.
What is the Pneumatic Actuator Based Lifter Jack project?
A vehicle lifting jack powered by an air cylinder. Pressing a foot pump pushes air into the cylinder to lift the vehicle, and a solenoid valve releases the air to lower it.
Key facts
- Type
- Final year project · Advanced
- Suitable for
- Diploma capstone and B.E / B.Tech final year
- Build time
- 6 to 8 weeks
- Estimated component cost
- ₹14,700 – ₹21,700
- Guidance from
- ₹9,999 (Hardware / IoT Final Year)
How the Pneumatic Actuator Based Lifter Jack works
- 12 V power adapter / step-down transformer supplies the circuit; a regulator gives the controller and sensors a steady 5 V.
- The Arduino Uno R3 reads the inputs, runs the decision logic written in C/C++ and drives the outputs.
- The Mini submersible water pump moves water for irrigation, dispensing or cooling.
- The Solenoid lock locks or unlocks the door when energised.
Block diagram
Controller
Arduino Uno R3Outputs
Mini submersible water pumpSolenoid lockComponents list and cost
Typical prices from Indian online stores and electronics markets (Lamington Road, Budhwar Peth, SP Road). Buy from one store where you can to save on shipping.
| Component | Qty | What it does | Approx. cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arduino Uno R3 | 1 | Reads the inputs, runs the decision logic written in C/C++ and drives the outputs. | ₹550 |
| Mini submersible water pump (12 V) | 1 | Moves water for irrigation, dispensing or cooling. | ₹180 |
| Solenoid lock (12 V) | 1 | Locks or unlocks the door when energised. | ₹450 |
| 12 V power adapter / step-down transformer | 1 | Supplies stable low-voltage power from the mains. | ₹250 |
| Valves (solenoid / direction control) | 1 | Control the direction and flow of air or fluid. | ₹900 |
| Mild steel frame and fabrication | 1 | Forms the main structure that holds all parts. | ₹2,500 |
| Pneumatic cylinder | 1 | Converts compressed air into linear push-pull motion. | ₹1,800 |
| FRL unit (filter-regulator-lubricator) | 1 | Needed for this type of build. | ₹1,500 |
| PU pipes and push-in fittings | 1 | Needed for this type of build. | ₹700 |
| Air compressor (small) | 1 | Supplies compressed air. | ₹3,500 |
| Hydraulic jack / cylinder | 1 | Gives large force from a small input using fluid pressure. | ₹1,500 |
| Hydraulic hoses and fittings | 1 | Needed for this type of build. | ₹900 |
| Pneumatic Actuator | 1 | Part from the design specification | ₹150* |
| Actuator | 1 | Part from the design specification | ₹150* |
| Pneumatic Pipes | 1 | Part from the design specification | ₹150* |
| Pneumatic Fittings | 1 | Part from the design specification | ₹150* |
| Electronic Circuit | 1 | Part from the design specification | ₹150* |
| Passive components, PCB and wiring kit | 1 | Enclosure, mounts and fasteners, resistors (assorted), capacitors (assorted), PCB / breadboard and cables, connectors and jumper wires. | ₹610 |
| Wiring, PCB, soldering and enclosure | 1 | Project overhead | ₹450 |
| Demo model base / mounting board | 1 | Project overhead | ₹500 |
| Testing spares and replacements | 1 | Project overhead | ₹300 |
| Estimated total | Varies with brand, quality and city | ₹14,700 – ₹21,700 |
Prices are estimates for budgeting; items marked * depend on the exact size or model chosen. We confirm the bill of materials when your design is frozen, and components are charged at actual cost with bills.
How much does this project cost?
| Option | What you get | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Components only | You buy the parts and build it yourself | ₹14,700 – ₹21,700 |
| Hardware / IoT Final Year | Working model or guided build, Circuit diagram and bill of materials, Firmware / code with explanation | from ₹9,999 + components |
| Capstone Project (CPE) | Working project or model, Black book in MSBTE format, Step-by-step explanation | ₹9,999 + components |
| Diploma ITR | 100% working source code, Project report PDF, PPT | ₹1,999 + components |
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What you submit with this project
- Working model with circuit diagram and program code
- Project report or black book in your university's chapter order (block diagram, circuit, calculations, results)
- Presentation for the review and final viva
- Synopsis for topic approval, if your college asks for one
E&TC / ECE viva questions on this project
What is the aim of the Pneumatic Actuator Based Lifter Jack project?
A vehicle lifting jack powered by an air cylinder. Pressing a foot pump pushes air into the cylinder to lift the vehicle, and a solenoid valve releases the air to lower it.
Explain the working of your project in short.
12 V power adapter / step-down transformer supplies the circuit; a regulator gives the controller and sensors a steady 5 V. The Arduino Uno R3 reads the inputs, runs the decision logic written in C/C++ and drives the outputs. The Mini submersible water pump moves water for irrigation, dispensing or cooling. The Solenoid lock locks or unlocks the door when energised.
What microcontroller is on the Arduino Uno and what are its key specifications?
The Uno uses the ATmega328P: 8-bit, 16 MHz clock, 32 KB flash, 2 KB SRAM, 14 digital I/O pins (6 PWM) and 6 analog inputs with a 10-bit ADC.
How is the pump switched by the controller?
Through a relay or MOSFET, because the pump runs at 12 V and draws more current than the controller pin can provide.
How does a solenoid lock work?
When current flows, the coil becomes an electromagnet and pulls the plunger in, releasing the latch. When current stops, the spring pushes the plunger back to lock.
How is 230 V AC converted to 5 V DC for the circuit?
A transformer steps down the voltage, a bridge rectifier converts AC to pulsating DC, a capacitor smooths it and a 7805 regulator gives a steady 5 V.
What does a 5/2 direction control valve mean?
It has 5 ports (one supply, two outlets and two exhausts) and 2 positions. Switching positions reverses which side of the cylinder receives air.
Explain the block diagram of your project.
The input section senses the real-world quantity, the Arduino Uno R3 processes it according to the program, and the output section displays the result and drives the actuators. The power supply section feeds every block.
Which communication protocols are used between the modules?
Analog inputs read by the ADC for the analog sensors. Each protocol was chosen because the module supports it and it uses the fewest pins.
What is the operating voltage of the circuit?
The controller and most sensors work at 5 V (ESP boards and some modules at 3.3 V). A 12 V adapter powers the board, and a regulator steps it down. Motors and relays get their own supply line so they do not reset the controller.
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