Marlow
HATCH GRAB MECH
After much discussion we believe that the tin can grabber/grappling hook/umbrella design should be pursued as the best potential design.
For visuals look to the cookie monster ri3d and pic steven posted on slack/ other google doc also
LATERAL MOTION
We have decided to pursue the linear actuator or similar design to the climber subteam so it could move with the precision of a router
FRONTAL MOTION
The mechanism will be a module which at the beginning of the match would be rotated or pushed in front of the frame perimeter
testing on atlas-z
Jobs for Prototype #1 (tabled at the moment, need to move on to other prototypes)
have better test parameters
Might want to 3D print the parts instead of using the bolts and add some more reinforcement/cushion to the bolts
We should get some data if there is an angular problem with the drivetrain and if so how much
Other Tasks
start building the grapping hook prototype
Start designing sideways movement mechanism, figure out how we want to prototype.
Complete adding designs to the list of designs, including all designs mentioned or talked about on Slack or ones we may have not considered fully yet. After doing so, add pros and cons for each, a sketch, and rank the designs once all are on the list.
Build the practice hatch if it is routed
Record and discuss pros and cons and modify prototype based on testing data (We have pros & cons but now we need to record data for tests for multiple prototypes that we have considered to be our best designs).
If done with the first prototype, sort and rank the remaining designs, and create prototypes for the best.
Test how much wiggle room we have with the velcro and if we will need a sideways elevator mechanism to align better (Which is most likely at this point).
Create a mechanism that is able to set the hatch panel from an angle (individually controlled pistons behind horizontal elevator?)
I think so, but we should try to get the beak working soon