Transcript Week 9

AME 40463 Senior Design
Group E3: Hewlett-Packers
(Robo-football Quarterback)
March 27, 2008
Caitlin Feely
Ben Nelessen
JJ Rees
Jamie Rowland
Patrick Tennant
Previous Week’s Action Items
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Item 1: Select stepper motor and batteries
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Decided on 2 ft-lb to raise cannon platform
Obtained two 12 V batteries
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24 V necessary to power sprinkler valve
Item 2: Develop a preliminary electrical schematic
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Need further detail on switches and other connections
CAD model
Current Graphic
Air Cannon
Video
Current Status
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Completed CAD drawings and assemblies of
prototype parts
Built and tested air cannon
Schedule
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Slightly behind, but working quickly
Next Week’s Action Items
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Item 1: Refine electrical diagram
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Determine exact parts needed
Verify part compatibility (Maximum current, voltage)
Acquire remaining parts
Item 2: Develop “plays” and code
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Invent 4 plays to be coded
Test circuit outside of prototype
Thank You
Questions?