MP3 Logs

2/1/13

Finished: I have finished the STEMM report, which we will be getting back soon

In Progress: With the marking period just starting, we have not received any immediate deadlines for upcoming projects, so no work is currently being done

In the Future: Once we get our assignment packet, I will start to work on what is coming up in the development of the senior project.

2/5/13

Finished: The packets have been distributed to the class detailing work and deadlines that is approaching.

In Progress: I am reading over the packets to see the extent of the work that needs to be done

In the Future: No work is currently being done

2/7/13

Finished: No notable work has been done.

In Progress: I will not be in school from tomorrow the 8^th to Monday the 11^th, so no significant work is being done.

In the Future: I will not be in school from tomorrow the 8^th to Monday the 11^th, so no significant work will be done.

2/12/13

Finished: I was not in school from tomorrow the 8^th to Monday the 11^th, so no significant work was done.

In Progress: I was not in school from tomorrow the 8^th to Monday the 11^th, so no significant work is being done.

In the Future: I am working on finalizing my materials that I will be ordering to construct my land sailor

2/15/13

Finished: I am starting to look back into my parts list to see what needs to be ordered via the inquiry sheet

In Progress: I am updating any missed logs since my absence one week ago. 

In the Future:

2/20/13

            Our instructors have informed us that we will be using standardized electronic parts that the school will provide, so servos, batteries, receivers, and controllers will not need to be ordered. 

2/22/13

            Research has continued on the parts list.  However, I am debating whether the wheels should be ordered or if they should be bought with the rest of my basic materials

2/26/13

            I have located where I can find most of the rest of the parts that I need for construction

3/1/13

            No notable work has been done in this time period

3/6/13

            After consulting my partner and instructor, I have decided to rework some of the support structures on my 3D CAD model to reduce unnecessary materials, thereby cutting down the weight

3/8/13

            I am finishing up the new CAD models to include a more compact support system

3/13/13

            No notable work has been done in this time period

3/15/13

            No notable work has been done in this time period

3/20/13

            My partner and I have begun to compare and comment on each other’s CAD renderings, seeing where each of us thinks the other can improve. 

3/22/13

            I am working on adding some of the suggestions that my partner has proposed about my design

3/26/13

            No notable work has been done in this time period

3/29/13

I have begun to look over some of the assignments due at the end of the marking period, and I have begun to organize what I am including in my poster.

4/3/13

After looking through a catalogue given to me by one of my instructors, I have chosen the wheels that I will be using for the final design.

4/5/13

I am currently awaiting the delivery of my wheels.  In this time, I have started to draw the CAD models of my new steering systems taking into account the changed sizes of the wheels.

4/10/13

In the past week, I have received the wheels that I have ordered.  However, presentations have started, so no work has been done

4/12/13

Presentations, no work was done

4/17/13

Presentations, no work was done

MP2 Logs

11/28/12

Finished: Since the storm in early November, no work has been completed.  However, the group presentation was held on the 26^th, where the work completed during marking period 1 was presented to the class.

In Progress: Until the new school is able to get computers for the class, no new projects have been started.

In the Future: Once the school does get computers, I will begin to work on finding parts to use in the final model.

11/30

Finished: No new computers have been gotten for the class yet, so no work has been done in school.

In Progress: No new computers have been gotten for the class yet, so no work has been done in school

In the Future: The laptop cart has been found and is making its way to the new school in the coming week

12/5/12

Finished: We got laptops, so work can be started once we can get them for the class.

In Progress: We have not gotten computers in the class yet, so no work has been done in school

In the Future: We will be getting the laptops for the class to use. 

12/7/12

Finished: We have gotten the laptops in and I have begun to research parts that I may need for the final design.

In Progress: As of now, I am only able to research parts for my final design.

In the Future: I will continue to look at servos, receivers, and battery components that I may need.

12/11/12

Finished: After researching my project more, I have an idea of what I need each part to have for the final model. 

In Progress: Now that I know some of the parts I am getting, I can better understand what else I need to get and do in order to build a successful land sailor

In the Future: I will continue to look for parts that I need, while I will also be on the lookout for better parts that could improve the overall design.

12/14/12

Finished: I am still looking for the right parts to use, while I am also researching how the electronic components will work together.  I have also typed up a rough outline of the plan of procedures

In Progress: I am continuing to write the plan of procedures, which will be submitted soon to the teachers and posted onto the blog

In the Future: I am still working on my parts list.  Once I am able to get back on AutoCAD and finish my drawings, it will be easier to see what and where I need added features.

12/19/12

Finished: I have completed and submitted my rough draft of the plan of procedures

In Progress: I am still working on updating my materials and supplies  list for my revamped plan of procedures.

In the Future: I will most likely be doing no work on the project over the break, so my next post will resume after the 1^st of January in the New Year. 

1/4/12

Finished: No work has been done since the beginning of the break and now.

In Progress: We are beginning to get back to work on the AutoCAD program, so I am continuing my developmental work and drawings

In the Future: I still have a while to go before my developmental work is ready for the building process, so until then I will be drawing the multiple views I need. 

1/8/13

Finished: After getting re-accustomed to working on AutoCAD, I have the main components done and assembled, such as the frame and wheels.

In Progress: I am working on the minutiae of the project, such as the servos, receivers, and battery components, as well as supporting structures.

In the Future: I have the parts that I plan to use and order for my project picked out, so I will be creating their 3D models starting next week. 

1/11/13

Finished: I have completed the 3D model of my servos and I am moving on to the battery and receivers based on what the final parts look like. 

In Progress: I am currently working on the press release, which will be submitted and posted on the 14th. 

In the Future: Once the press release is handed in, I will once again resume my 3D AutoCAD drawings.  Additionally, the midterm exam is a STEMM (science, technology, engineering, manufacturing, and mathematics) Report, which has been assigned and will be due at approximately the end of the month.

1/16/13

Finished: I have completed the press release and have made reasonable progress with my CAD views, which includes color coding to identify each individual part.

In Progress: I have read over the outline of the STEMM Report and I have a basic idea of the assignment.  Additionally, I am finishing up my 3D servo and battery drawings.

In the Future: I will be creating a metal support system that runs down the side of the frame to support the weight of the mast and reinforce the wood that holds it up.

1/18/13

Finished: The model AutoCAD model of the land sailor is complete, but adjustments may be made in the future.

In Progress: I have yet to work on the STEMM report, as my efforts have shifted to rewording documents for resubmission and preparations for the presentations at the end of the month.

In the Future: I will be posting my final design drawings on the updated documents, such as the developmental work and plan of procedures.

1/22/12

Finished: I have drawn up a basic outline of my progress update, but not much else has been done since the last log entry.

In Progress: With the presentations coming up, I am reworking some of my old documents, such as the plan of procedures.  I am also finishing up my developmental work writings by inserting pictures of the final design.

In the Future: I will be resubmitting my plan of procedures shortly now that I have updated information.  Additionally, I will finish my presentation outline and begin work on the STEMM Report

1/25/13

Finished: With presentations coming up, I have been finalizing my CAD views and updating my old blog posts.  Also, I have submitted my plan of procedures again and my outline for the presentation.

In Progress: I have made some progress on the STEMM report, but not a significant amount

In the Future: Over the weekend, I will be working on my stem report as well as prepareing myself for the presentation. 

1/29/13

Finished: Presentations are going on during this week, so no work has been done except for individual work on the STEMM Report

In Progress: Once again, I will be working on my STEMM report which will be submitted on Friday

In the Future: I will be both presenting on Friday and working on my STEMM report.

Presentation Visuals

Presentation Visuals

Old 3D CAD view with old wheel design

A labeled 3D rendering of the RC Land Sailor Chassis

Front 2D CAD view

Side 2D Cad View

Top 2D CAD View

Wire diagram of the electronic components