This lab was essential in developing a more precise way to code the Advanced Energy Vehicle. Reflectance sensors which could be used to determine exact distances traveled by the AEV were tested. These reflectance sensors used a measurement of marks, which measured to be .4875 inches/mark.
These reflectance sensors also have Arduino commands which correspond to the AEV’s travel. Commands such as goToAbsolutePosition and goToRelativePosition allowed for the AEV to reach specific distances which indicated when a new command could occur.
This lab developed a new way that the Arduino could be programmed. The AEV can now travel according to distance rather than time. This is a much more consistent method of coding that the team will attempt to pursue in the future.