Diseño y simulación de un columpio turístico para la zona de Intag.

Abstract

The construction of tourist swings in Ecuador has been increasing over the years, but one of the present drawbacks is that they are made by hand, without following standards and the basic methodology of mechanical design. Because they are structures in which people are involved, it is necessary to implement an engineering approach to their construction, as well as give a plus to their common design. For this purpose, this work begins with a collection of information regarding the state of the art of swings and their application in activities related to tourism in Ecuador. The main customer requirements were: 60º balancing and 90º rotation with respect to the vertical axis; from which the technical specifications of the tourist swing were raised, to later obtain a virtual solution through the presentation and evaluation of alternatives of the modules present in the functional structure. Next, the swing and its components were dimensioned, resulting in an arm-type structure 2.5 m high and 1.80 m wide, which will be manufactured with a 6"" structural tube. In addition, the standardized elements were selected to obtain the assembly and manufacturing plans, which in total are 18 plans. Additionally, an animation of the swing movements and the simulation of important elements were made. Finally, a cost analysis was made, resulting in a value of $1,902.28 for the construction of the tourist swing, without considering the calculation of the settlement.