We started preparing the presentation for ElectroDay. Our idea for presenting the work was to have flyers with information about our projetc so that people would have a correct idea of ​​what consists of and also the results that we obtained. Besises that, we are looking to making the last adjustments on the prototype to make everything run as smoothly as possible.

This week we finally put our prototype to the test. We were able to test what we had developed so far and we obtained the first real data from the dog. It was a different experience because we tested it in a natural park and saw how the dog adapted to our equipment. It also served as an example for us to improve small things, but the main thing we are still going to improve is the robustness of the equipment, since every now and then the dog would shake himself and rub himself against the bushes and the box on the vest would start to come loose. But overall it was an experience that in a way allowed us to prove the usefulness of the project and at the same time learn from it.

Earlier this week we ordered the vest, it took us longer because we wanted to choose something that was in accordance with the specifications that the different security forces had indicated to us. In addition, after this week's seminar we took the opportunity to talk to the guest, since she was from the telecommunications area and asked what would be the protocol for video transmission that she would most recommend to our work. On the practical side, we continued to learn how to work with the components, managing to obtain data from the gas and temperature sensor on its own and also simultaneously with the gps. 

During this week, our group's focus was more on the technical and practical side of the project. Since we already had most of the necessary materials, we started by soldering the pins and thus preparing the components for their first tests. In addition, we passed by Mauser and purchased some more equipment that we would still need to work on building the prototype.

According to the specifications given to us so far and looking to have a more visual image of the prototype, we began to analyze the different types of vests and helmets that best suited our needs. We found an example of the K9 Vision Systems particularly interesting as a helmet and decided that we would try to print a similar one on a 3D printer in the first place. On the other hand, and since some components had already arrived, we took the opportunity to start learning how to work with them. For example, the ESP32 and even other sensors, mostly through some videos and research on the internet. 

As previously scheduled, we had a zoom meeting with a paratrooper from the Portuguese army. In this meeting, we were given several clarifications as well as suggestions and warnings. For example, we were given examples of competitors from which we could draw ideas for our prototype, operational distances for this type of missions, temperature and gas sensor  and Wi-Fi for the communication .

Throughout this week, we dedicated significant time to the development of our website. We used Hugo to develop the interface. We worked on structuring the layout, designing the navigation system, and encountered some difficulties while uploading images to the website. 

We contacted the GNR cinotechnical center in Queluz. During the call, we had the opportunity to ask the officer about some pending questions, which were clarified. They also suggested a new proposal regarding the implementation of the camera, which we are still considering. It was agreed to schedule a meeting with the major so that we can have a discussion and, in the future, test our product on the guard dogs.