Project Overview
MuraLine is my ongoing 4th-year Integrated Engineering Capstone project. It tackles the “blocking out” of large murals by deploying a cable-driven positioning system that automatically scales and outlines artists’ designs onto walls of varying sizes. Rather than replace the artist’s role, MuraLine frees them to focus on the creative process by minimizing scaffolding time, labor costs, and site disruptions. Mechanically, it employs stepper-driven spools with Kevlar lines for stable, scalable motion, while the software pipeline combines modified Repetier firmware, OpenCV-based scanning, and advanced path planning to ensure crisp outlines and accurate placement.
My Contribution
I am leading the software design and development, working with C++ in the PlatformIO environment and modifying the Repetier 3D printer firmware. Auxillary software components include SVG parsing, advanced path-planning to maximize smooth motion and uniform paint application, and image stitching with OpenCV to accurately scan walls before painting.
