Overview of Status of Analysis, Design, Fabrication, Tests, etc.
The team has decided to keep the original sled as a foundation to build upon our new blade designs, because a small scale model does not allow for test runs that accurately replicate what is desired and is too weak to withstand the forces.
Accomplishments from Previous Week
Nothing new accomplished due to spring break. Each member began their individual component analysis.
Goals for Next Week (list names after each item). Use specific and measurable objectives.
Update website - Include CAD files of blade brace design and alterations to the original sled; include videos taken of test runs. (Jeffrey)
Set up anode-cathode testing tank. The carbon fabric must be cut into 6'x6' squares and buried in the sediment. Two square fabric pieces will be buried on top of each other with a distance of 4 in. Using titanium wires and caulk, the carbon fabric will be connected to the graphite plates which will be resting on top of the sediment. After several days, voltage measurements will be taken using a voltmeter. (Everyone)
Update Gantt chart (Robert)
Sponsor Comments from Last Meeting and Actions Taken to Address these Comments (indicate date of comments and if via email or in person)
Did not meet due to spring break.
Instructor Comments from Last Meeting and Actions Taken to Address these Comments (indicate date of comments and if via email or in person)
Did not meet due to spring break.
Comments from Other Students in the Class (indicate date of comments and if via email or in person)
N/A
Risks and Areas of Concern
Whether there is a load cell that can measure the amount of load experienced by the sled.
When setting up the testing fuel cells, the resistor value required must be correct for the size of the fabric anode.
Resources or Information Required but not Available
Whether Isaiah or sponsors have the necessary load cell.
Schedule
Set up the fuel cell test tank.
Assign report parts.
Find vendors for metal bars.
Budget (list amount spent and amount remaining)
None
Progress on Report and Webpage
Added risk reduction presentation to website. Report not started.