Overview of Status of Analysis, Design, Fabrication, Tests, etc.
3D printing of the bracket will be completed
Filter tests will be completed
USB microscope selection will be finalized
Accomplishments from Previous Week
Model potential filter LED system & order materials (Daniel)
Completed model of linear sliding system(Carlos)
Continue software development (Justin)
Test of usb microscope (Kevin)
Continue to integrate individual components (Team)
Goals for Next Week (list names after each item). Use specific and measurable objectives
3D print and assemble bracket (Carlos)
Perform further tests with alternate USB microscopes (Kevin)
3D print and assemble filter lighting system (Daniel)
Implement next phase of software tests: laser tracking (Justin)
Sponsor Comments from Last Meeting and Actions Taken to Address these Comments (indicate date of comments and if via email or in person)
Looking into Protomold - injection molds for mass production
Look into purchasing off the shelf extrusions such as steel or aluminum 90 degree angles
Look at the energy physics group or physics departments for optics expertise
Instructor Comments from Last Meeting and Actions Taken to Address these Comments (indicate date of comments and if via email or in person)
Aluminum is chosen over plastics due to bio-compatibility
when stream is diverted and aerosols attach to surface, a 10 percent bleach and 70 percent alcohol solution is used to clean surfaces
plastics will degrade over time
anodized aluminum also prevents reflection
More detailed models and drawings will be provided
Comments from Other Students in the Class (indicate date of comments and if via email or in person)
Risks and Areas of Concern
Mounting bracket system robustness
Selection of USB microscope with increased resolution and low light sensitivity
selection of filter LED with appropriate wavelength
software transition and compatibility between test environment to actual environment
Resources or Information Required but not Available
Tests with more types of USB microscopes are necessary to clear up final decisions
Schedule
Team is on schedule with good motivation to create prototypes
Budget (list amount spent and amount remaining)
Progress on Report and Webpage