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From 09/18/2011 to 10/17/2011
10/17/2011
- 05:44 PM Task #1725 (Fixed): Get ROS on Gumstix
- 09:43 PM Task #1789 (Fixed): Test Cliff Sensors
- Completed. (3) Cliff sensors will remain integrated into the mechanicals - sensor population is optional based on cos...
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...
- 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...
- 07:12 PM Bug #1807: Website Work Log
- Add pricing page (placeholder)
- 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...
10/14/2011
- 03:03 AM Task #1825: Create ROS Node: Wireless
- Assignment changed to Prashant as per last status meeting.
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...
- 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...
- 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...
- 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...
- 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...
- 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...
- 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...
- 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...
- 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 ...
- 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...
- 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...
- 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...
- 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...
- 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
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... - 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...
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 (...
- 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-... - 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...
- 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...
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... - 02:52 PM Enhancement #1530: Create roboclub demo
- Bumped for Oct 23 Pittsburgh Maker Faire
- 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 ...
10/09/2011
- 03:07 PM Task #1791 (Fixed): Fastener Purchasing
- Reimbursement received.
- 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...
- 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.
- 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.
- 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...
- 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 ... - 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 ...
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... - 10:53 PM Task #1789: Test Cliff Sensors
- Test various speeds
Suggested
* Slow - 5 in/sec
* Medium - 15 in/sec
* Fast - >25 in/sec - 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...
- 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...
- 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...
- 10:51 PM Task #1793 (Fixed): Create mockup for Cliff Sensor Testing
10/07/2011
- 01:38 PM Task #1777: Parts Order for Fall Prototype Testing
- Sent order to Robbie. Waiting on parts.
- 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.
- 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&... - 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...
10/06/2011
- 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, ...
10/05/2011
- 03:43 PM Task #1431 (Wontfix): Spec front air filter foam
- 03:43 PM Task #1480 (Wontfix): Find red Powder Coating
- 03:43 PM Enhancement #1485 (Fixed): Viability of switching Gyros (larger range, faster, cheaper, smaller)
- 03:43 PM Task #1514 (Wontfix): Powdercoating from Electro-kote
10/03/2011
- 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... - 02:44 PM Task #1777 (Fixed): Parts Order for Fall Prototype Testing
- For testing IR BOM
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