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Advanced Energy Vehicle (AEV). Lab 01: AEV Project Introduction. Introduction. AEVs are small (< 500grams), autonomous, electric motor-powered, propeller-driven vehicles that are suspended from and maneuver along a monorail track systems hung from the laboratory ceilings. Example AEV.
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Advanced Energy Vehicle (AEV) Lab 01: AEV Project Introduction
Introduction AEVs are small (< 500grams), autonomous, electric motor-powered, propeller-driven vehicles that are suspended from and maneuver along a monorail track systems hung from the laboratory ceilings Example AEV
AEV Project Objectives • Project Management and Teamwork • Time management, task scheduling, communication, etc. • Design Process and Cycle • Identifying requirements/constraints, brainstorming, initial designs, build/test/analyze, final design, etc. • Project Documentation • Project notebook, design review phase documents, final reports, extra credit video, etc.
FINAL DESIGN AEV Project Objective (Problem Definition) Initial Concepts (Brainstorming) experimental Research (Programming) (System Analysis) PT 1 PT 2 PT 3 PT 4 Present AEV Design
AEV Design Review Phases • Demonstrate the design process through a series of review phases • A design review is described as a: "documented, comprehensive examination of the design to evaluate the adequacy of the design requirements“ • The Mission Concept Review (MCR) is an example of an early review phase; and, in this case, is provided.
AEV Design Review Phases Procedure • AEV design teams will demonstrate the design by: • Understanding the Mission Concept Review(MCR) to create an AEV to complete mission objectives and to meet design constraints • Developing Test Readiness Review Documents(TRR) to demonstrate that the team is prepared to meet the Performance Test Objectives • Developing a Preliminary Design Review Document (PDR) from laboratory tests and Performance Test 1 • Developing a Critical (Final) Design Review Document (CDR) from detailed investigations in design, including the PDR, and Performance Tests 2-4
AEV Design Review Phases Overview • Mission Concept Review (provided) • Final Documentation
AEV Components Handout: • AEV Kits • DISCLAIMERfor replacement of lost or damaged kits
AEV Components • Kit Components • AEV-Kit • Automatic Control System • Structure Pieces • Hardware • Electric Motors • Propellers • Monorail wheels • Hand Tools • Classroom Components • Desktop Tracks • Li-PO Battery and Chargers • These components are to stay in the classroom at ALL times
AEV Components Final Test and Competition Tracks • Tracks: • Desktop • Classroom • Final Testing • Desktop Track • Each desk has a desktop stand to use throughout the AEV design process • Classroom Track • The laboratory has suspended track(s) for design and operational testing
AEV Components Final Test and Competition Tracks • Tracks: • Desktop • Classroom • Final Test Track • Final Test Track • Classroom track slightly modified • Details are in the Mission Concept Review
AEV Components AEV Structure and Wheels • AEV • Structure and Wheels • Propulsion System • Energy Storage • Automatic Controller • Motor Driver • Aerodynamic Bodies AEV structure AEV Wheel AEV Reflective Sensor
AEV Components AEV Propulsion System • AEV • Structure and Wheels • Propulsion System • Energy Storage • Automatic Controller • Motor Driver • Aerodynamic Bodies Brushless Electric Motor 2.5” and 3”, Diameter Propellers
AEV Components AEV Energy Storage • AEV • Structure and Wheels • Propulsion System • Energy Storage • Automatic Controller • Motor Driver • Aerodynamic Bodies 2-Cell Lithium-Polymer Battery Capacity: 800mAh Voltage: 7.4V (nominal)
AEV Components AEV Automatic Control System • AEV • Structure and Wheels • Propulsion System • Energy Storage • Automatic Controller • Motor Driver • Aerodynamic Bodies Arduino Nano USB Motor Driver
AEV Components AEV Aerodynamic Body Components OPTIONAL • AEV • Structure and Wheels • Propulsion System • Energy Storage • Automatic Controller • Motor Driver • Aerodynamic Bodies OPTIONAL components for AEV Design Home-built or Team Bought Innovative thought encouraged
AEV Components AEV Aerodynamic Body Components OPTIONAL • AEV • Structure and Wheels • Propulsion System • Energy Storage • Automatic Controller • Motor Driver • Aerodynamic Bodies 3D Printing Laser Cutting
Technical Communication Guide • The GRADING GUIDELINES for each lab which will tell which type of report format to follow. • Follow the Technical Communications Guide (Tech Comm Guide) found on the EEIC Course Website. • Make sure to have the appropriate header or cover page with the necessary information! • Remember to use past tense, third person, and also spell check the document before handing in!