00D ⥄ cnc combination lock
⟿ mechanical systems, cad, cnc ↭ 2017
During my undergraduate studies in Mechanical Engineering at Dalhousie University, I designed and fabricated a fully mechanical combination lock. The lock was modeled using CAD software and manufactured entirely from CNC-machined components. This project was an early exercise in mechanical system design, with a focus on precision and tolerances.
fig 1. cnc lock assembly
fig 2. planetary wheel assembly
fig 3. ratchet system assembly
The mechanism was built to operate without electronics, relying solely on the controlled sequencing of rotating disks and internal indexing features to achieve a secure locking action. Careful attention was paid to the interaction between parts, ensuring smooth operation and repeatability.
fig 4. completed combination lock