Overview of Status of Analysis, Design, Fabrication, Tests, etc.
Further software tests in the works using webcam
Microscope mount design modeled
Further work will be focused on microscope fabrication/ selection
3D printing of the bracket will also be completed
Accomplishments from Previous Week
Have CAD models of filters
Microscope Mount sliders purchased (Carlos)
Microscope Mount design decided (Team)
USB Microscope purchased for comparison tests (Kevin)
Have further software results with webcam tests (Justin)
Short tube microscope selection narrowed (Kevin)
Goals for Next Week (list names after each item). Use specific and measurable objectives.
Decide and list what proprietary information we can receive
Model potential filter LED system & order materials (Daniel)
3D print prototype of microscope mount that is fit to purchased linear sliding system(Carlos)
Continue software development (Justin)
Model/select short tube microscope prototype and fabricate (Kevin)
Continue to integrate individual components (Team)
Sponsor Comments from Last Meeting and Actions Taken to Address these Comments (indicate date of comments and if via email or in person)
Total pricing of completed system: <$2000
Total number of future kits: 100-200
Cheaper the system the better - scientific grade cameras may not be necessary
Instructor Comments from Last Meeting and Actions Taken to Address these Comments (indicate date of comments and if via email or in person)
Suggested 3D Printing bracket to test fit
Keeping in mind anodizing costs and quantities while prototyping
Comments from Other Students in the Class (indicate date of comments and if via email or in person)
Risks and Areas of Concern
Original concern regarding the feasibility of creating a shortened microscope tube length
Further decisions and research will be completed
Software capabilities
Webcam/ mock environment risk reduction performed
Filter lighting systems for pinholes
CAD models completed and development of solution begun
Resources or Information Required but not Available
Engineering knowledge behind fabricating custom optics
adjusting for lens aberrations and image distortion
not sure if custom optics is the best way to go
Slight setback with decision of best course of action
Schedule
Slightly behind schedule with microscope selection
Team will be focused on furthering this aspect of the project
3D printing of bracket will most likely be used for component analysis
Budget (list amount spent and amount remaining)
$21.14 Spent
$1978.86 Remaining
Progress on Report and Webpage