Overview of Status of Analysis, Design, Fabrication, Tests, etc.
Design and fabrication of Frame and linear slider complete
Currently working on code for closed-loop control of weight shifting mechanism
Parts to implement brake line control have arrived
Accomplishments from Previous Week
Finished fabrication and assembly of frame
Completed design of circuitry housing
Made final changes to weight shifting mechanism (new sliding mechanism, bearings)
Received purchase order of brake line motors and drivers
Goals for Next Week (list names after each item). Use specific and measurable objectives.
Complete and implement code for closed loop control of linear slider (Alejandro)
Implement boost converters for stepping logic signals from controller to drivers (Mingyi)
Fabricate circuitry housing to enclose and hold in place all electronics while system is in action (Kaveen)
Develop spool to allow weight shifting motors to pull on brake lines (Miguel)
Sponsor Comments from Last Meeting and Actions Taken to Address these Comments (indicate date of comments and if via email or in person)
Many parts of report missing
Remember to document all analysis done
Instructor Comments from Last Meeting and Actions Taken to Address these Comments (indicate date of comments and if via email or in person
Be wary of time remaining for validation/testing
Would love to see system moving by next tuesday
Comments from Other Students in the Class (indicate date of comments and if via email or in person)
With time constraints, may have been more effective to purchase pre-built linear slider
Risks and Areas of Concern
Control code troubleshooting once we begin testing may hinder our ability to have system moving by week 8 presentation
Resources or Information Required but not Available
Contacting James Strawson about understanding differences in output pins for Beaglebone Blue vs. Beaglebone Black
Schedule
Describe upcoming milestone
Update Gantt chart.
Budget (list amount spent and amount remaining)
Approximately $3400/4200 remaining
Progress on Report and Webpage
Need to update report ASAP