Overview of Status of Analysis, Design, Fabrication, Tests, etc.
Initial Design has been finalized and approved by the sponsors.
No Fabrication has been performed
A number of cameras have been purchased and shipped for testing and experimentation.
Accomplishments from Previous Week
Purchased first cameras for use.
Started experimenting with cameras.
Gathered key information about autism research and the role of the glasses in research.
Goals for Next Week (list names after each item). Use specific and measurable objectives.
Open cameras and remove casing from circuitry (Kent, Paul)
Connect cameras and begin running software through cameras (Kent)
Create a makeshift assembly for cameras (Seunghyo, Paul)
Write Impact on society section of report using gathered information about autism research (Kent)
Test camera interaction with software (Irving)
Purchase more components (glasses clips, other cameras, cables, glasses) (Irving)
Draft CAD models (Paul, Seunghyo)
Sponsor Comments from Last Meeting and Actions Taken to Address these Comments (indicate date of comments and if via email or in person)
Sponsors gave insight on the difficulties of using VGA output cameras. We are weary of purchasing cameras that have VGA cameras. USB UVC output is now in our list of requirements for cameras. (1/17, in person)
An increase of viewing angle from 60 degrees to 120 would be preferred. This is now in our list of requirements. (1/17, in person)
Instructor Comments from Last Meeting and Actions Taken to Address these Comments (indicate date of comments and if via email or in person)
Instructor advised us to use pre-existing glasses clips. We have since researched different clips. (1/16, in person)
Comments from Other Students in the Class (indicate date of comments and if via email or in person)
Be mindful not to underestimate the coding. (1/16, in person)
Fabrication should start sooner. (1/16, in person)
3D printing is a better option than injection molding. (1/16, in person)
Risks and Areas of Concern
Finding cameras in the proper price range (~$100 - $150).
We can not be sure of the camera image quality without purchasing and testing different cameras.
Resources or Information Required but not Available
We need to clarify what the sponsors want for the individual unit price of the glasses.
Schedule
Have working prototype by the end of week 4.
Finalize component selection by week 5.
Have CAD model ready by week 4. (Slightly behind schedule)
Budget (list amount spent and amount remaining)
$487.64 spent
$5012.36 remaining
Progress on Report and Webpage
Initial drafts of select portions of the report have been written and uploaded.
Design proposal presentation has been uploaded to the website.
The team has learned about the specific uses of eye-tracking for autism research.