Overview of Status of Analysis, Design, Fabrication, Tests, etc.
Initial prototyping has begun
Ordered caliper to be modified for prototype
Sleeve to hold transducer has been designed
Accomplishments from Previous Week
Found potential transducers
Determined caliper signal output
Completed setup of our MAE 156B webpage
Completed the risk reduction presentation powerpoint
Goals for Next Week
Identify transducers for purchasing (Anuj)
Complete Individual Component Analysis (all)
3D print transducer sleeve for caliper (Dan)
Weekly Progress Report (Andy)
Check in with Tom regarding budget allotment (Anuj)
Confirm sponsor meeting for next week (Ahmed)
Sponsor Comments / Actions Taken - No meeting
Instructor Comments / Actions Taken
Make spring component a second priority
Action: Adjusted Gantt chart and objectives accordingly
Data acquisition is critical. Potential bottleneck for project
Action: Adjusted Gantt chart and objectives accordingly
Risks and Areas of Concern
Spring mechanism affecting the reading while still performing its function
Misalignment of the caliper arms due to small size
Resources or Information Required but not Available
N/A
Schedule
Upcoming Milestone: Individual Component Analysis on 04/1/2016
Budget (Student Parts)
Amount Spent: $18.14
Amount Remaining: $981.86