Overview of Status of Analysis, Design, Fabrication, Tests, etc.
individual component analysis
CAD modeling
Accomplishments from Previous Week
completed individual component analysis
met with Mark Steinborn about possible MRI-compatible materials
Goals for Next Week (list names after each item). Use specific and measurable objectives.
finish CAD models and integrate the separate components
body and head positioning assembly - Norman
feed tube and air duct assembly - Raphael
optic wire assembly - Crystal
research air bladder purchase or manufacture for 3rd ring- Chris
begin researching vendors to purchase materials - all members
meet with Isaiah Freerksen to discuss 3D printing components out of polycarbonate
meet with Camille Toarmino to discuss LED sensor system for automatic remote feeding.
Instructor Comments from Last Meeting and Actions Taken to Address these Comments (indicate date of comments and if via email or in person)
talk to Chris Cassidy about 3D scanning mouse mold to create various mold sizes
only fine positioning of feed tube?
why dampening at 5Hz and 1kHz frequencies only?
will feed tube get clogged or need to be cleaned?
alignment issues with third ring?
refined movement of sliders?
Comments from Other Students in the Class (indicate date of comments and if via email or in person)
hammock design could allow vibrations → foam bed?
possible sling methods
use mirror/periscope to see mouse inside MRI machine
noise insulation to keep mice calm
talk with Mark about materials and setup
take into account weight of mouse
constrain mouse in case it gets loose
Risks and Areas of Concern
mouse urinating during scanning session
Resources or Information Required but not Available
vendors for 3D printing Polycarbonate
vendors for Nylon or PEEK hardware components
Schedule
finish preliminary CAD designs
Budget (list amount spent and amount remaining)
$0 Spent
$6,500 Remaining
Progress on Report and Webpage
updated project management home page