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AKA Free Falling Plankton Observer
Abstract
Abstract
There is a demonstrated need for a mobile, inexpensive, lightweight camera system capable of imaging plankton from two different angles while it slowly descends along with the plankton. An aluminum cylindrical housing with two aluminum sleeves capable of enclosing a single IPAX inside were designed on SOLIDWORKS. Additionally, preliminary flow simulations and strength tests were performed on SOLIDWORKS Flow with promising results.. The system itself is currently in the manufacturing stage, with testing and results of how well it works expected by mid May 2021.
Objectives
A need for an underwater system that can move with organisms to image them in situ.
Researcher will be able to monitor plankton from different areas and depths of the ocean.
- Dual Camera System (30%):
Run a dual camera system that can capture images of the plankton at two different angles.
This way, if one view is bad, researchers can switch to the other view.
2. Operable Without Engineering Expertise (25%):
2. Operable Without Engineering Expertise (25%):
System needs to be easy to operate and maintain.
Display what depth the vehicle is traveling to and descent rate.
3. Minimal Disturbance of the water (25%):
3. Minimal Disturbance of the water (25%):
The intake flow should be as laminar as possible.
Minimize any resistance to flow when the plankton are enter system.
4. Descent Speed Customization (20%):
4. Descent Speed Customization (20%):
Vehicle should have the ability to change the descent speed of the vehicle by having a variety of weights and floats that can be mounted onto the main body.
Questions?
Questions?
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