Date:2/6/2014
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Project Title:Mars Lander Robot Recharger Student Names: ItielAgramonte, Dean Gonzalez, Lucas Kratofil,
Tyler Norkus, James Whaley Mentors/ Coordinator/ Sponsor: Dr. Moore, Dr.
Arora/Ivan Townsend, Michael Solomon |
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1. Project Title: Mars Lander Robot Recharger |
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2. Project Objectives/tasks
Breakdown: As stated in an e-mail from our sponsor: “NASA has an existing Martian Lander with several technologies on the deck. The Lander will generate power via a hydrogen fuel cell. This power needs to be transferred to excavators on the surface to charge batteries aboard excavators.” |
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3. What was
accomplished the last two weeks on individual tasks- representative
supporting data/ documents The team has finished most of the CAD drawings. (Dean) The team has finished design of all components with the exception of initial deployment. (Dean, Tyler, James) The team has continued testing of the current recharging circuit available onboard the ATRV-Jr. (Itiel, Luke) The team has shared current design progress with Van Townsend. (Entire Team)
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4. Summary of
problems encountered and actions taken (and by whom) None encountered in last two weeks. Problem from last week solved through e-mail and telephone communication. (Entire Team) |
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5. Attached Gantt
chart modifications and analysis if project is behind schedule and summarize
actions planned to overcome the problems) We are not behind schedule. |
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6. Work planned for
the next period and the person(s) responsible: The team will meet with Van when possible. (Entire Team) The team will continue research on electrical safety devices. (Itiel, Luke) |
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7. Open comments/suggestions
(Please feel free to include your private comments): |
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Coordinator/
Instructor assessment report and corrective action |
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