In previous labs, two different designs were tested on the straight track in order to compare the pros and cons of both designs. The reference design was the design given in the lab manual to be used for certain tasks while the design was being implemented, and the second design was a vertical design with the propellers at the back of the AEV and the equipment of the AEV attached vertically as well. A vertical design was chosen to be tested due to the team’s desire to potentially implement a vertical design. Using scoring matrix and the concept screening tables, the team found that the vertical AEV was more balanced and was able to complete the given tasks more efficiently than the horizontal reference design. From these results, the team decided on implementing their vertical design that encases the motor, Arduino, and battery with the propellers also vertical at the end of the AEV.
Table 1: Scoring Matrix
Table 2: Concept Screening
Team Meeting Notes
Date: 03/09/17
Time: 3:00 PM (face-to-face)
Members Present: All members
Topics Discussed: Submitting Solidworks files
Objective:
Discuss the process for submitting Solidworks files for printing and cutting.
To Do/Action Items:
- Submit frame body file
- Submit laser cutting panel files
Reflection:
- Alejandra submits files before Spring Break
Date: 03/08/17
Time: 4:20 PM (chats)
Members Present: All members
Topics Discussed: Lab 6 Progress Report
Objective:
Discuss plans for completing this week’s Progress report. Strategy for submission.
To Do/Action Items:
- Finish Lab 6 Progress report
- Confirm completion in group message
- Submit to Carmen
Reflection:
- Each member confirm completion of individual part
- Finish report by Thursday night
- Last member to confirm completion submits report to Carmen