Overview of Status of Analysis, Design, Fabrication, Tests, etc.
A new float drop test was conducted with new pool noodle orientation
Significant increase in buoyancy due to new float orientation
Accomplishments from Previous Week
Composite materials order was placed
Goals for Next Week (list names after each item). Use specific and measurable objectives.
Finalize float design and build the floats for testing on frame without electronics (Efrain and Sheryl)
Machine composite tubes to proper specifications (Rich)
Print Enclosure molds (Matt)
Machine enclosure plates to proper specifications (Vik)
Begin layup for enclosures (Matt and Rich)
Sponsor Comments from Last Meeting and Actions Taken to Address these Comments (indicate date of comments and if via email or in person)
figure out what exact parts are needed to complete the carbon fiber layup (5/1/13) in person
a purchase list was created with price comparisons and order was placed
Instructor Comments from Last Meeting and Actions Taken to Address these Comments (indicate date of comments and if via email or in person)
see how we can directly compare the drag effect from the floats (5/1/13) in person
need to compare the amps drawn to overcome the drag from the floats
Comments from Other Students in the Class (indicate date of comments and if via email or in person)
use pvc pipes for tubes (5/1/13) in person
too heavy for the design that we want
go for more of a teardrop design to reduce drag (5/1/13) in person
looking into possible design that reduce overall drag
worried about arms breaking (5/1/13) in person
if need be we can add a kevlar layer to the carbon fiber
Risks and Areas of Concern
the aerodynamic effect of floats on multicopter
Resources or Information Required but not Available
Schedule
Fabrication of enclosure molds, begin composite layup and Machining of Arms end of this week (pending material delivery).
Update Gantt chart.
Budget (list amount spent and amount remaining)
Spent: 1,827.42
Balance remaining: 1,672.58
Progress on Report and Webpage
Report: completed Project Description, working on final design description and analyses
Website: updated front page and multimedia, continue to add on final design materials