Lab 3

Final Group Design: This design incorporates many of the characteristics of the individual group member designs. It uses the t-shaped base piece to spread out the weight of the AEV and maintain a low center of balance. The motors are connected to the base below the structure to help maintain the low center of balance as well. There is a light-weight, 3D printed nose cone attached to the front of the AEV to help improve aerodynamics. The overall design is very minimalist to reduce the weight of the AEV, which would improve acceleration and speed.

 

Emily’s Design:

Emily’s Orthographic Sketch: This sketch features a nosecone that protrudes beneath the base of the AEV. This is used to improve the aerodynamics of the AEV. It also brings the majority of the weight of the design down, below the AEV structure to lower its center of balance. The lower the center of balance of the structure, the more stable it will be as it travels along the track.

 

Duncan’s Design:

Duncan’s Orthographic Sketch: This sketch is very minimalist and only uses the most necessary parts to reduce the weight of the AEV. The propellers are located beneath the structure of the AEV, and the Arduino is placed toward the back. The reduced weight of the design would allow it to accelerate faster and move along the track faster.

 

Cameron’s Design:

Cameron’s Orthographic Sketch: This sketch incorporates a number of 3D printed parts, including a nose cone in the front. The nose cone is multi-functional and can be used to improve the AEV’s aerodynamics, but also helps to keep the various mechanical components inside the AEV.

 

Cole’s Design:

Cole’s Orthographic Sketch: This sketch also incorporates a 3D printed nosecone for improved aerodynamics. It has two wings on the side, which may help to even out the weight of the AEV and increase its stability as it travels along the inclined areas of the track. It could also create lift to help the AEV move up the inclined portion of the track.