The Drywall Scanning and Cut-Out System allows efficient measuring and cutting of drywall for wall penetrations such as plumbing, conduit and air ducts.
The handheld laser scanner locates the position and size of the penetrations. The device creates an image of the scanned information that is sent wirelessly to a router attachment. Using high frequency sonar, the router attachment determines the tool's location on the drywall sheet. The location is shown relative to the image shown on screen, allowing the user to make precise cuts.
In collaboration with Auburn University Building Science
Recipient of 2012 IDEA Bronze - Student Design
The handheld laser scanner locates the position and size of the penetrations. The device creates an image of the scanned information that is sent wirelessly to a router attachment. Using high frequency sonar, the router attachment determines the tool's location on the drywall sheet. The location is shown relative to the image shown on screen, allowing the user to make precise cuts.
In collaboration with Auburn University Building Science
Recipient of 2012 IDEA Bronze - Student Design
Cutting holes for wall penetrations such as conduit, plumbing, and duct work results in many mistakes leading to extra time and money spent making corrections.
Currently, workers use a tape measure to locate penetrations. This leads to a lot of trial and error. A new method is needed to reduce the amount of time consumed by this process.
When measuring, a worker is usually on scaffolding or a ladder. This is very hazardous when using a tape measure, as both hands are required to get an accurate reading. The amount of time spent off the ground needs to be reduced.
Router attachment, laser scanner, sonar transmitter/receiver
The laser scanner converts reflections from wall penetrations into an image which is then sent to the display attachment mounted on the cutting tool.
Using high frequency sonar, the tool is able to determine its location on the drywall sheet. The user is able to follow the image displayed with the cursor representing the cutting tool.
