Final AEV Design:
After many brainstorming sessions and running multiple tests, Team M has come up with the design below to be most effective given the advanced R&D research as well as consulting with other teams in our company. Metal brackets are used to extend the motors further out off the wings of the AEV in order to increase stability. The code was used on the normal AEV vs. moving the motors further out and after moving the motors, the AEV moved a further distance with the same power and same code.
Yu-Shiang’s AEV Design:
This design is relatively simple. Notable features include the battery being attached to the bottom of the AEV, as well as a counterweight at the front of the AEV to balance the weight of the electric motors at the back.
Maddi’s AEV Design:
I chose this design because it is similar to the Preliminary AEV design but also includes a few new features. I moved the battery and the automatic controller forward and moved the arm that connects the board to the rail system backward. I also added a small weight in the front to balance out the AEV. The last thing I added was the shell to make the AEV more aerodynamic and more energy efficient.
Matt’s AEV Design:
The goal with this design is to minimize air resistance and drag. By keeping all components on the top of the vehicle, the bottom is completely flat, minimizing any drag from the motors or battery. Additionally, a shield on the front of the vehicle will allow air to flow freely over the Arduino unit and battery. The weight is evenly distributed, having the board in front, battery in middle, and motors in the back, so this should allow the AEV to glide smoothly along the track both forward and reverse.
TJ’s AEV Design:
This design utilizes a T-shape that aids in keeping the AEV balanced while moving along the tracks. The weight is distributed evenly throughout the middle section of the AEV, with the Arduino on the top surface and battery on the bottom surface. In theory, this design will allow for the AEV to run smoothly along the track.
