Overview of Status of Analysis, Design, Fabrication, Tests, etc.
Track type decided. Purchase location and specific item still undecided.
Initial Frame and Tensioner ideas decided. Initial designs in progress.
Basic force and power calculations complete. Need to purchase and inspect hardware before continuing with more detailed calculations.
Segway basic robotic platform acquired. Not yet disassembled for conversion. Controlling equipment not provided, so we are unable to perform operating tests.
Accomplishments from Previous Week
Initial designs of track tensioner complete
Power and gear ratio specifications calculated
Goals for Next Week (list names after each item). Use specific and measurable objectives.
Set up a weekly meeting time with the sponsor.
Decide on a reliable weekly meeting time for the group.
Dividing tasks clearly to create more specific jurisdiction.
Sponsor Comments from Last Meeting and Actions Taken to Address these Comments
Tensioner design was more complex than he expected, but he was willing to experiment with the new idea.
Tracks come in a wide variety, and fiber-reinforced tracks seem like the best option.
Frame and track geometry design can be simple if flat, but have greater climbing ability if angles are used as well.
Instructor Comments from Last Meeting and Actions Taken to Address these Comments
Taking initiative by purchasing inexpensive small-scale prototyping and testing tools can be extremely beneficial for early ideas and information acquisition.
Risks and Areas of Concern
Finding compatible tracks and drive train components make purchase opportunities extremely limited.
Lack of reliable meeting times for all team members make cooperation a chore.
Resources or Information Required but not Available
No financial account and index number makes us unable to make large purchases and is slowing down creation of initial designs.
Schedule
Describe upcoming milestone
Update Gantt chart.
Budget (list amount spent and amount remaining)
$6000 provided
$50 spent
$5950 remaining
Progress on Report and Webpage
Initializing