Overview of Status of Analysis, Design, Fabrication, Tests, etc.
Our stepper motor and motor controller arrived early in the week and the rest of our parts arrived at the end of the week. A new brake was ordered to replace the delayed order, and should arrive within the week.
Accomplishments from Previous Week
Finalized plans for fabrication of vertical lift system
Fabrication of operating table rail clamp
Laryngoscope holder design
Goals for Next Week (list names after each item). Use specific and measurable objectives.
Begin fabrication of vertical lift system (Janak, Frank, Allan)
Continue fabrication of arm and electromagnetic brake housing (Dan, Young)
Finalize laryngoscope holder design (Janak, Frank, Allan)
Sponsor Comments from Last Meeting and Actions Taken to Address these Comments (indicate date of comments and if via email or in person)
Received final input for vertical lift system (less than 10 inches of travel will suffice) - (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)
Magnetic braking system (In person - 5/23)
Friction balanced/brake system
Keep options open for alternatives to electromagnetic brakes
Look at Thomas register for electromagnetic brake vendors
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
Need a replacement for elbow brake because it is not arriving on time
Resources or Information Required but not Available
N/A
Schedule
Describe upcoming milestone
Update Gantt chart.
Budget (list amount spent and amount remaining)
$1000 Spent
$500 Remaining
Progress on Report and Webpage
Webpage updated