Coasting Code
celerate(4,0,25,2);
motorSpeed(4,25);
goToRelativePosition(100);
Coasting Graph Results
Power Braking Code
celerate(4,0,25,2);
motorSpeed(4,25);
goToRelativePosition(170);
reverse(4);
celerate(4,25,0,2);
Power Braking Graph Results
Comparison Graph
Conclusion
According to the data, there were certain advantages and disadvantages or each speed decreasing maneuver. Power braking had an average energy consumption of 27.135 Joules, whereas coasting consumed only 19.699 Joules of energy. Even though coasting has less of a toll on the energy output of the AEV, it is a much less efficient mode of stopping with unpredictable results. This research concluded that it is imperative to utilize power breaking when stopping in populated areas and cargo stops in order to ensure safety and control. However, coasting is useful in certain situations in order to maximize efficiency of energy output.
This is more marketable because it is safer and more efficient. As a result of being safer, costs can be cut on insurance, and liability is decreased. Also, cargo being transported won’t be damaged, allowing fragile shipments to reach their destinations faster than conventional ground shipping methods and with less risk.