Overview of Status of Analysis, Design, Fabrication, Tests, etc.
Decided to use chain drive - (pending sponsor approval)
Decided to use Maxon Motor (RE 40 150W Brushed) & Gear box combinations (GP42C 203124) - (pending sponsor approval)
Awaiting responses from remainder of encoder vendors
Exploring ideas for "universal" mount design
Decided to stay with 12V system
Accomplishments from Previous Week
Reaffirmed power needs
Individual component analysis
Drive component decisions
Goals for Next Week (list names after each item). Use specific and measurable objectives.
Chain decision (sprockets, lengths, etc)
CAD models of motor/gearbox
3D printing of models
CAD mounting system
Choose encoder
Sponsor Comments from Last Meeting and Actions Taken to Address these Comments
Haven't met due to holiday
Instructor Comments from Last Meeting and Actions Taken to Address these Comments
Re-affirmed power analysis
Keeping 12V systems
Progress report completed!
Looked up power steering systems
Compared chain, gear, and belt systems
Waiting reply from vendor about duty cycle
Risks and Areas of Concern
Chain tensioner
Mounting mechanism
Shaft sprocket attachment
Resources or Information Required but not Available
N/A
Schedule
Have physical representation of system to be implemented. Have major design decisions finalized by 1/25
Update Gantt chart.
Budget (list amount spent and amount remaining)
0 Spent
6500 Available
Progress on Report and Webpage
Front page up.
Have not started final report