Week 6 Progress Report
(2/4/2014 – 2/11/2014)
Team 1: Fluorescent Label Simulator
Overview of Status of Analysis, Design, Fabrication, Tests, etc.
Internal emissivity solved via ordering Krylon ultra-flat spray paint and self-adhesive light trap
Testbed prototype built
Lessons learned from testbed mockup testing
Redesign of guide rail, lead screw, led simulator mount, and filter mount in progress
Accomplishments from Previous Week
Testbed prototype build complete
Testbed prototype testing has just begun
Labview VI 1st revision complete
Goals for Next Week (list names after each item). Use specific and measurable objectives.
LED Simulator design and build (James, John)
Filter Mount design and build (Mike, John)
Prototype Testing (Kyle, Marina)
Report and testing documentation (Marina)
Guide Rail and lead screw modifications (Kyle, Mike, John)
Distance measurement system (Kyle, Mike)
Testbed light proofing (Mike)
Testbed light proof connections (Marina, Mike, John)
CAD testbed prototype updating (John)
Sponsor Comments from Last Meeting and Actions Taken to Address these Comments
Comment: Exact wavelength of LED Simulator not too important Action: Instead focus on acquiring photosensor intensity S-curves
Comment: Presentation needs better impact for project statement and importance Action: Emphasize accelerated development of reader device, transient signal of fluorescenece, low cost development, open development environment, unknown biomarkers with a wide dynamic range
Comment: Presentation needs small timeline on current status page Action: Incorporation into next presentation
Comment: Some more engineering analysis possible Action: Look into light attenuation analysis
Instructor Comments from Last Meeting and Actions Taken to Address these Comments
· N/A. Presentations during prior week
Risks and Areas of Concern
Procuring parts to reach hardware build deadline of 2/21. McMaster-Carr will be primary part supplier to accommodate quick shipping needs
Resources or Information Required but not Available
Size of biofluorescent test strip to fit into LED Simulator mount
Schedule
Finish hardware build by Friday, 2/21
Budget (list amount spent and amount remaining)
Spent: ~$1400
Remaining: ~$5100
Progress on Report and Webpage
Report 1st draft uploaded to website
Webpage 1st draft uploaded