Objectives:
- Learn two techniques used for creative design thinking.
- Become familiar with obstacles to creativity.
- Become familiar with the components in the AEV kit.
- Learn the basic of orthographic drawings.
- Brainstorm on individual AEV concept sketches.
Questions:
- Provide descriptions of the main features and motivations of each individual design. Describe how the designs differ for the team and how that change will improve or hinder the AEV’s ability to complete the scenario. Are there any specific design features that will aid in any component of completing the MCR? Were there any specific techniques used for the brainstorming session of the Lab?
Karen: The front of my AEV was slim in the front to provide for the aerodynamics of the AEV. The propellers were placed on the top of the AEV and the board itself holding the battery was placed on the bottom. This design was discarded once we were able to properly dimension the sizes of all the materials as it would not be big enough to hold everything.
Kalen: The AEV has significantly greater length than width to account for the air resistance that will be present when the design is scaled up. The weight is distributed so that each wheel bears approximately the same weight.
Rylee: The AEV design was similar to the other designs where it was slimmer, but the propellers came out a 90-degree angle. As well as the Arduino being positioned in the front followed by the battery, which is followed by the motor.
Pedro: The AEV body was fairly small, with two blades in the back angled upward 45 degrees, where the motors are. With the Arduino board on top in the back and the battery supported under the body, the weight distribution should balance and allow for a smooth run.
Images of the individual concept sketches:
