Week 5
Situation
In Lab 04: System Analysis 2 & Data Analysis Tool, data was collected from the AEV during its track run in order to gain useful information on the AEV’s performance. The team spent time setting up code for the AEV to run along the track, downloading and preparing the MATLAB files to record the data, and actually running the AEV along the track to take its data. This lab provided us with important data about how the AEV runs on the track. This data provides a control group to test our design against, allowing us to easily make modifications and improvements to our AEV. During the lab roles were split so that two members would start and stop the AEV and set it up, one member would write the code for the AEV, and the last member would set up the MATLAB files.
Results and Analysis
The plot of power versus time will allow the team to determine how power is being used while the AEV runs along the track. This information is important in determining how to adjust for the delay between commands and intended outcomes. For instance, in phase four of the graph, it shows that it takes three seconds for the AEV to come to a complete stop after the break command was issued, travelling 1.55 meters overall. Knowing information like this will allow the team to plan the code accordingly for such delays.
Takeaways
- AEV – The team will make sure to adjust for the delays between power changes when planning the code
- General – Always be sure that the data has been collected and saved before the end of labs
Phases of AEV Power Input Graph
