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From 09/16/2011 to 10/15/2011

10/15/2011

07:17 PM Task #1789: Test Cliff Sensors
Tested 3 cliff sensors mounted on chassis. Same power for test rig. Made sure batteries stayed above 6v for all of te... Alexander Lam
12:40 PM Task #1789: Test Cliff Sensors
Cliff sensors have been mounted in new chassis, facing down vertically. We will need to test on this chassis to see h... Dan Shope
07:12 PM Bug #1807: Website Work Log
Add pricing page (placeholder) Dan Shope
12:39 PM Task #1798: Mechanical Work Log
-* tighten geometry around pivot nut-
-* extend boss for IR emitters-
-* make all motor wiring holes match-
-* smalle...
Dan Shope
12:37 PM Revision bc5f1122 (colonymech): Added mounting bosses for rear cliff sensors
Dan Shope
12:25 PM Revision 8153d9cc (colonymech): Completed mechanical backlog on new rear chassis. Added renders f...
Dan Shope

10/14/2011

03:03 AM Task #1825: Create ROS Node: Wireless
Assignment changed to Prashant as per last status meeting. Alexander Lam
12:02 AM Revision a01d59ea (colonymech): Organized wagon renders. Added 18x24in SCOUT REV5 poster.
Dan Shope

10/13/2011

06:18 PM Task #1830 (Assigned): Create ROS Node: Analog
Create the ROS node for the analog. The git repo can be found: git clone ssh://roboclub.org/home/svn/scoutos. The nod... Ben Wasserman
06:16 PM Task #1829 (Assigned): Create ROS Node: BOM
Create the ROS node for the BOM. The git repo can be found: git clone ssh://roboclub.org/home/svn/scoutos. The node d... Ben Wasserman
06:07 PM Task #1828 (Assigned): Create ROS Node: Cliffsensors
Create the ROS node for the cliffsensors. The git repo can be found: git clone ssh://roboclub.org/home/svn/scoutos. T... Ben Wasserman
06:06 PM Task #1827 (Fixed): Create ROS Node: AVR Bridge
Create the ROS node for the avr bridge. The git repo can be found: git clone ssh://roboclub.org/home/svn/scoutos. The... Ben Wasserman
06:06 PM Task #1826 (Assigned): Create ROS Node: USB Serial
Create the ROS node for the USB serial. The git repo can be found: git clone ssh://roboclub.org/home/svn/scoutos. The... Ben Wasserman
06:05 PM Task #1825 (Assigned): Create ROS Node: Wireless
Create the ROS node for the wireless. The git repo can be found: git clone ssh://roboclub.org/home/svn/scoutos. The n... Ben Wasserman
06:04 PM Task #1824 (Fixed): Create ROS Node: Sonar
Create the ROS node for the sonar. The git repo can be found: git clone ssh://roboclub.org/home/svn/scoutos. The node... Ben Wasserman
06:02 PM Task #1823 (Assigned): Create ROS Node: Encoders
Create the ROS node for the encoders. The git repo can be found: git clone ssh://roboclub.org/home/svn/scoutos. The n... Ben Wasserman
06:02 PM Task #1822 (Assigned): Create ROS Node: Accessory
Create the ROS node for the accessory. The git repo can be found: git clone ssh://roboclub.org/home/svn/scoutos. The ... Ben Wasserman
05:59 PM Task #1821 (Assigned): Create ROS Node: IMU
Create the ROS node for the IMU. The git repo can be found: git clone ssh://roboclub.org/home/svn/scoutos. The node d... Ben Wasserman
05:58 PM Task #1820 (Fixed): Create ROS Node: Power
Create the ROS node for the power system. The git repo can be found: git clone ssh://roboclub.org/home/svn/scoutos. T... Ben Wasserman
05:57 PM Task #1819 (Fixed): Create ROS Node: Headlights
Create the ROS node for the headlights. The git repo can be found: git clone ssh://roboclub.org/home/svn/scoutos. The... Ben Wasserman
05:55 PM Task #1818 (Assigned): Create ROS Node: Timer
Create the ROS node for the timer. The git repo can be found: git clone ssh://roboclub.org/home/svn/scoutos. The node... Ben Wasserman
05:51 PM Task #1817 (Assigned): Create ROS Node: Buttons
Create the ROS node for the buttons. The git repo can be found: git clone ssh://roboclub.org/home/svn/scoutos Ben Wasserman

10/12/2011

10:16 AM Enhancement #1808 (Assigned): Video for Scout Intro
ala Google's awesome sketchy intro videos
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0QRO3gKj3qw&feature=results_main&playnext=1...
Dan Shope
10:09 AM Bug #1807 (Assigned): Website Work Log
-Add pictures to the sensors & comm page on www.colonyscout.com-
-Default mode for sensors should be expanded, not...
Dan Shope

10/11/2011

12:16 PM Bug #1806: Gumstix Memory Change
I believe I'm using more recent bootloaders than October 2010. If not, the actual boot process and what is booting (... Jeff Cooper
12:05 PM Bug #1806 (Wontfix): Gumstix Memory Change
FYI, new Gumstix boards have changed hardware
http://www.gumstix.org/hardware-design/product-changes-known-issues-a-...
Dan Shope
11:24 AM Revision 126146b7 (colonymech): Added WebsiteSlider graphics and custom google apps logo.
Dan Shope
02:28 AM Task #1805: Cheaper Gumstix, Check Compatiblity
The lack of onboard NAND (flash memory) is not a problem. What could potentially be a problem is that it only has ha... Jeff Cooper
02:15 AM Task #1805 (Fixed): Cheaper Gumstix, Check Compatiblity
See if this is a drop-in replacement for our current (Overo Earth) Gumstix. We could save $35/board.
https://www.gum...
Dan Shope

10/10/2011

04:02 PM Enhancement #1799 (Fixed): Setup support@colonyscout.com
We have a Google Apps domain setup for ColonyScout - this has our docs, mail, etc.
Support@ has been added to this...
Dan Shope
03:18 PM Revision 00842750 (scoutos): Edited manifest.xml and mainpage.dox to have better descriptions.
Ben Wasserman
02:52 PM Enhancement #1530: Create roboclub demo
Bumped for Oct 23 Pittsburgh Maker Faire Dan Shope
02:05 PM Revision 5a69879a (colonymech): Updated BOM sketch block for 5mm diameter hardware. Added signpos...
Dan Shope
01:45 PM Revision 36d4e296 (colonymech): Updated website with shopping cart and pricing page. Updated CAD ...
Dan Shope
12:00 PM Task #1801 (Fixed): Call Freeman Supply about Color Mixing
Called Tech Support this morning - No degradation of performance or shelf life (as long as using Freeman or Huntsman ... Dan Shope
01:17 AM Revision 7ba378cb (colonymech): Added cliff sensor mounts.
Dan Shope

10/09/2011

03:07 PM Task #1791 (Fixed): Fastener Purchasing
Reimbursement received. Dan Shope
03:05 PM Task #1801 (Fixed): Call Freeman Supply about Color Mixing
Find out if it is safe (no degradation of shelf life/performance) to store Urethanes with premixed (liquid) colors. W... Dan Shope
03:01 PM Task #1800 (Assigned): Research PCB Assemby Costing
Max B has worked with EPD (http://www.epdelectronics.com/gallery.html) outside of Pittsburgh - slow turn, high volume. Dan Shope
03:01 PM Enhancement #1799 (Fixed): Setup support@colonyscout.com
For email based support - forward to colony.scout@gmail.com - this ties into our Assistly customer support help desk. Dan Shope
05:31 AM Revision 056305bf (colonymech): Updated hood details (aesthetic button cutout, latching mechanism...
Dan Shope
04:54 AM Task #1789: Test Cliff Sensors
Also, it makes sense that it works poorly at the angled orientation - the surface roughness has to be > wavelength in... Dan Shope
04:51 AM Task #1789: Test Cliff Sensors
Great work!
We should still look at the signal (scope or log via microcontroller) lines to see what the transient ...
Dan Shope
03:57 AM Task #1798 (Assigned): Mechanical Work Log
* Create undercut latch for hood (center, recess on front lip)
* Increase height of hood scoop (aesthetic)
* Model ...
Dan Shope

10/08/2011

12:49 AM Task #1789: Test Cliff Sensors
Preliminary Test Results:
Test Rig:
Power: Colony 5xNi-MH battery pack (charged, or at least above 6v for entire te...
Alexander Lam
10:53 PM Task #1789: Test Cliff Sensors
Test various speeds
Suggested
* Slow - 5 in/sec
* Medium - 15 in/sec
* Fast - >25 in/sec
Dan Shope
11:34 PM Enhancement #1797 (Assigned): Design SmartFly Smart Acessory Reference Board
Based on Arduino Pro Mini (schematic) - see http://www.roboticsclub.org/redmine/projects/colonyscout/wiki/ECESmartAcc... Dan Shope
11:01 PM Enhancement #1796 (Assigned): Audio Command & Output Accessory
Microphone + Speaker output, possible use a speech generation chip and/or voice recognition chip OR load software ont... Dan Shope
10:59 PM Task #1724: Money Requisition
Looking for >$4000 for development (prototyping and manufacturing) of 5-10 robot kits for internal use in the Robotic... Dan Shope
10:51 PM Task #1793 (Fixed): Create mockup for Cliff Sensor Testing
Dan Shope
10:29 PM Revision b64c27b7 (scoutos): Merge ssh://roboclub.org/home/svn/scoutos
Ben Wasserman
10:26 PM Revision 0121ead7 (scoutos): Added the ROS stack with the libscout, motors, and sonar packages to...
Ben Wasserman

10/07/2011

01:38 PM Task #1777: Parts Order for Fall Prototype Testing
Sent order to Robbie. Waiting on parts. Priyanka Deo
08:18 AM Revision a918b9bd (colonymech): Added STL for right headlight and pivot lock plate
Dan Shope
07:18 AM Revision 843b2375 (colonymech): Updated wiring guides and schematic.
Dan Shope
06:46 AM Revision d32d29a2 (colonymech): Updated master STLs for 3D printing. Updated wiring diagrams and ...
Dan Shope
04:57 AM Task #1793 (Fixed): Create mockup for Cliff Sensor Testing
Build a mock Scout (or provide dimensions to MechE team) that holds (3) cliff sensors for testing. Dan Shope
04:52 AM Task #1792 (Assigned): Electronics Purchasing, OCT-08
IN PROGRESS
*Digikey*
QTY 12 - Power Switch - http://search.digikey.com/scripts/DkSearch/dksus.dll?x=0&y=0&lang=en&...
Dan Shope
04:48 AM Task #1791 (Fixed): Fastener Purchasing
File for reimbursement:
QTY 2 - 100pk 1/4" Threading Screws - http://www.mcmaster.com/#93878a106/=edu5mj
QTY 1 - 50...
Dan Shope

10/06/2011

05:28 PM Revision 6aece861 (scoutece): Added kwoo's standalone charging schematic.
charging_test.sch is a standalone circuit schematic for a prototype to
test the charging circuit that will ultimately...
Abraham Levkoy
02:01 AM Task #1789 (Fixed): Test Cliff Sensors
Option 1:
Wire cliff sensors directly to LEDs, move across different surfaces and record behavior (false positives, ...
Dan Shope
09:18 PM Revision 3a135404 (colonymech): Created reference geometry (surfaces only) for rear accessory des...
Dan Shope

10/05/2011

07:45 PM Revision 358dfffe (colonymech): Added Kinect accessory mount. Added back pivot block and diamond ...
Dan Shope
04:53 PM Revision a9a82abe (colonymech): Separated Rev4 CAD models into dedicated directory, removed out o...
Dan Shope
04:06 PM Revision a4bfa38b (colonymech): Re-organized CAD. Archived old diagnostic station, renamed Autono...
Dan Shope
03:43 PM Task #1431 (Wontfix): Spec front air filter foam
Dan Shope
03:43 PM Task #1480 (Wontfix): Find red Powder Coating
Dan Shope
03:43 PM Enhancement #1485 (Fixed): Viability of switching Gyros (larger range, faster, cheaper, smaller)
Dan Shope
03:43 PM Task #1514 (Wontfix): Powdercoating from Electro-kote
Dan Shope
03:41 PM Revision d286ea26 (colonymech): Re-organized renders and graphics. Photos now grouped by subassem...
Dan Shope

10/03/2011

07:32 PM Revision 1f8c3e29 (colonymech): Added strengthening lip behind bumper.
Dan Shope
02:53 PM Task #1777: Parts Order for Fall Prototype Testing
Three vendors - SparkFun, Newark, and Pololu - please group by vendor before sending on to Treasurer/Peggy.
I've o...
Dan Shope
02:44 PM Task #1777 (Fixed): Parts Order for Fall Prototype Testing
For testing IR BOM
|QTY|ITEM|LINK|$/EA|
|8|60K6999|"Page":http://www.newark.com/vishay-semiconductor/tsop4838/ir-re...
Dan Shope

09/30/2011

10:13 PM Revision b68f4fd7 (scoutece): Finished hooking up new gyroscope.
Connected pitch output of gyroscope to AVR and gave pitch an output LPF.
Added optional HPFs to both pitch and yaw ou...
Abraham Levkoy

09/29/2011

12:19 AM Revision 7de130c2 (colonymech): Updated buttons for 2 rocking positions
Dan Shope
11:17 PM Revision 928e9487 (colonymech): Added button capture to hood button.
Dan Shope

09/28/2011

04:04 PM Revision c406f16b (scoutos): Created first version of git repository; added libscout and motors p...
The repository root is the ros directory, which contains the ROS stack for the scout project.
The included files are ...
Ben

09/17/2011

04:44 AM Task #1727: Update Boards on Eagle
Reversed FFC connector and switched to new gyroscope part. Still need to prototype new power regulator circuit and th... Abraham Levkoy
04:39 AM Revision 0075932e (scoutece): Routed new gyroscope.
Routed new gyroscope on board in Eagle. Abraham Levkoy
03:53 AM Revision 64958645 (scoutece): Swapped gyroscope part in schematic.
Replaced old gyroscope part with new one in schematic. Assuming that
pitch output or amplified outputs are undesired....
Abraham Levkoy
 

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