Disc Golf Throwing Robot

Disc golf companies need better methods to test disc flight. The scope of this project is to create a disc throwing robot that can throw a disc golf driver 450-500 feet, with control over the speed, spin, and release angle. Research shows that multiple disc-throwing products exist; however, none meet the full requirements of this project. The Cal Poly senior project design team created a proof-of-concept machine. This prototype started as a two-wheel mechanism. Eventually, a third wheel was added, allowing for complete control over disc spin. The three-wheel prototype reached 62 mph when perfectly calibrated. The prototype is accurate, and repeatable; however, the wheels have a short lifespan of 30-40 max distance throws. Many improvements are necessary to increase usability, performance, safety, distance, accuracy, and lifespan. The prototype serves as a tool for creating larger machines capable of the proposed distance 450–500 feet (67-75 mph). A 9-wheel machine was designed, and partially fabricated. This design was halted for re-evaluation by the sponsor