Build an AI-Powered Smart Conveyor.
Students assemble a 12-inch industrial conveyor system equipped with a smart camera that identifies objects using AI and automatically decides whether to stop or pass them.
Experience how modern factories use automation, machine vision, and artificial intelligence to sort and inspect products in real time.
THE PROBLEM
Learn How Industry Uses Automation
With the ZEON Smart Conveyor, students recreate this industrial process on a smaller scale. They build a working conveyor, connect a camera module, and train an AI model that decides whether objects should continue moving or be stopped.
This hands-on project introduces students to the technologies powering Industry 4.0.
WHAT STUDENT BUILD
A Mini Industrial Conveyor System
Students assemble a 12-inch conveyor belt system using motors, structural components, and a smart vision module.
Move objects across a conveyor
Capture images using a mounted camera
Analyze objects using AI
Trigger actions depending on the result
How it Works
From Assembly to Automation
STEP 1
Build the Conveyor
Students assemble the mechanical frame and install the belt, motor, and control electronics.
STEP 2
Install the Smart Camera
A camera module is mounted above the conveyor to capture images of objects moving below.
STEP 3
Train the AI Model
Students collect images and train an AI model to identify different objects.
STEP 4
Automate Decisions
Once trained, the system automatically detects objects and controls the conveyor accordingly.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
After completing this project, students will be able to:
- Build and operate an automated conveyor system
- Train an AI model to recognize objects
- Understand computer vision basics
- Program machines to make decisions automatically
- Explore real industrial automation concepts
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Everything You Need in One Kit
Mechanical Components
- Conveyor frame
- Conveyor belt
- Motor and motor driver
- Mounting hardware
Electronics
- Microcontroller
- Smart camera module
- Power supply
- Sensors and wiring
Learning Resources
- Assembly guide
- Coding tutorials
- AI training guide
- Project challenges
REAL WORLD APPLICATION
Mirrors Real Industrial Technology
Modern factories use camera-based AI systems on conveyors to automatically detect and sort objects, reducing human labor and improving efficiency.
Automated quality inspection
Smart recycling and waste sorting
Warehouse logistics systems
Manufacturing production lines
Students experience the same concept in a simplified STEM environment.
