ARUSHA TECHNICAL COLLEGE (ATC)

ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT

PROGRAM: BACHELOR DEGREE IN ELECTRICAL AND BIOMEDICAL

ENGINEERING
MODULE NAME: HYDRAULIC AND PNEUMATIC SYTEM
MODULE CODE: MEU 07211
FACILITATOR: Mgaya, G
PARTICIPANT:
S.NO NAME OF STUDENT ADM NO
1 FESTO J MWAIPAJA 23030613034
2 MAJALIWA J FWAMPA 23030613099
3 VENOSA J LAURIAN 23030613105
4 WILSON J MTWALE 23030613062
5 BARAKA S KASISI 23031613023
6 GIDION F LUPANGE 23030613037
7 FRANK F PIUS 23030613091
8 SAID MOH’D ALI 23030613086
9 JOSEPH M LEMBOTO 23030613069
10 MERCY L. TUMAINI 23030613050
TITLE REPORT: DESIGNING, SIMULATING, AND TESTING AN ELECTRO-
PNEUMATIC CIRCUIT

Introduction:
This report presents the design, simulation, and testing of an electro-pneumatic circuit using
Festo FluidSIM. The circuit is aimed at demonstrating the integration of electrical and pneumatic
components to achieve control and automation in industrial applications.

A).Designing the Electro-Pneumatic Circuit using Festo FluidSIM:

Festo FluidSIM: Festo FluidSIM is a software tool used for designing, simulating, and analyzing
pneumatic and electro-pneumatic circuits. It provides a user-friendly interface and a
comprehensive library of components for circuit design.
Procedures used in designing the electro-pneumatic circuit diagram:
i. We launched Festo FluidSIM and create a new project.
ii. We selected the desired electrical and pneumatic components from the library.
iii. We connected the components in a logical manner, considering the control requirements
and desired functionality.
iv. We configured the input signals, such as switches or sensors, to control the operation of
pneumatic actuators.
v. We validated the design for correctness and ensuring that all connections and component
selections are appropriate.

Fig 1: electro-pneumatic circuit

b) Drawing of an Electrical Wiring Diagram for the operation:

Electrical Wiring Diagram: An electrical wiring diagram depicts the connections between
electrical components in a circuit, including power supplies, control devices, and actuators.
Procedures used in drawing the electrical wiring diagram:
i. The electrical components used in the electro-pneumatic circuit was identified.
ii. Power supply requirements and connections was determined
iii. Control devices, such as switches or relays, and their corresponding wiring connections
was represented
iv. The connections between the electrical control devices and the pneumatic components,
such as solenoid valves or proportional control valves was
v. Ensure clarity and accuracy in the diagram, following standard electrical symbols and
conventions.

+24V 3 4 5 6 9

+24V
3
3
3
K1
3 D1
K1
4
3 4
START 4 3
2 K1
4
STOP
4
4 10

1
1
STOP 3
B0
2 B2
2
4
1

D1 Y2

2
1

A1

A1 D1 5
Y1
K1 A2

A2

2 10

0V

0V

3
5
6
Fig 2: Electrical wiring diagram for the operation
c) Simulating the Electro-Pneumatic Circuit Diagram:
Simulation of the Circuit: Festo FluidSIM allows for the simulation of the designed electro-
pneumatic circuit to verify its functionality and behavior.
Procedures on simulating the electro-pneumatic circuit:
i. The designed circuit in Festo FluidSIM was opened
ii. The input signals and parameters as speed of cylinder and delaying for the simulation was
configured.
iii. We run the simulation and observe the behavior of the pneumatic actuators, valves, and
other components.
iv. We verified that the circuit operates as intended, responding correctly to the input signals.

Fig 3: Electro-pneumatic circuit diagram before running

 Fig 4: Electro-pneumatic circuit diagram during running

Fig 5: Electro-pneumatic circuit diagram during running

d) Components Used in Designing the Circuit Diagram:

Components: The electro-pneumatic circuit design involves the use of various pneumatic and
electrical components in designing the electro-pneumatic circuit.
Electrical component
S/NO Component symbol Fuctions
+24V
1 Power supply :It Provides electrical power to the
0V
electrical circuit.

2 Switches: Generate input signals for

3
1 controlling the circuit.

4
2

3 Solenoid valves Control the flow of compressed air

in 5/2 Direct control Valve.

4 Relays It act as control devices that enable

A1 the integration between electrical
and pneumatic components-
A2 energize solenoid in 5/2DC

5 Timer relay: It introduce time delays or timing

A1 sequences to control the activation
5 or deactivation of solenoid
A2 operated 5/2 direction control valve
in electro-pneumatic circuit

Pneumatic components
S/NO Component diagram function
1 Double acting cylinder .The function of the double-
acting cylinder is to provide
reciprocating linear motion,
which was used for drilling.
 2 Flow control valve It is used to control the speed
of actuator movements.

3 5/2 solenoid operated 4 2 By switching the solenoid on

DC valve or off, the 5/2 valve control
the direction of motion of
cylinders
5 3
1
4 Air compressor To supply the required
compressed air to power
pneumatic components like
Compressed air supply cylinders,

e) Building and Testing the Designed Electro-Pneumatic Circuit Diagram

After designing and simulating the circuit, the next step will be physically build and test the
circuit to validate its performance. The building and testing the electro-pneumatic circuit will be
done at mechatronics workshop under the supervisor:

i. We will gather the required electrical and pneumatic components based on the design.
ii. We will assemble the components according to the electrical wiring diagram.
iii. We will connect the power supply and input signals.