Design One:

Carley’s Design

The design that was made by Carley was very similar to that of the example design.  This was because the original design seemed to have all the features and durability that the AEV would need to have when travelling across the rail. The key features of this design had the Arduino being located toward the front of the AEV with two propellers and two wings in the back end.  The battery was placed on the bottom of the AEV so that there would be a safe distance between the battery and the sensors.

Pros: high durability, low cost

Cons: not safe, lowest probable speed

Design Two

Halle’s Design

Halle’s design was also like that of the original AEV.  However, her design had the reflective sensors on a T-arm, whereas the sample AEV used a L-arm. This design had two wings and two propellers in the rear of the AEV to enhance motion and speed.  This provides good stability and safety for the AEV.

Pros: good stability and safe

Cons: costly

Design 3

Jason’s Design

In Jason’s design, the T base was used so that the propellers could be placed on the top of the “T” without having to use any wings, which would save production costs.  Also, the T arm was used in this design to allow for the wires to lay without interfering with other equipment. The Arduino was on the front of the vehicle with the battery on the underside of the base.

Pros: high stability, high durability, very safe, speed, low cost, and low weight

Cons: none

 

Design 4

Matt’s Design and Team Design

In Matt’s design, the propellers were at either end of the AEV, facing either direction.  In theory, this could help to speed up the AEV when going backwards down the track. However, after team discussion, the propellers were decided to be a hindrance in overall speed.

Pros: high durability and safety

Cons: costly and heavy