Autonomous Robot
The goal was to design and program a robot to autonomously navigate a farm-based skill course and perform various tasks. Navigation was achieved through a course-wide "GPS" set up for traversal actions and reflective strips to fine-tune the position as the robot approached a task.
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The design had to remain under a certain weight limit and fit inside of one cubic foot. The only other requirement was that the robot must be fully autonomous.
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My responsibilities included the electrical system and programming, as well as assisting with mechanical troubleshooting.
Tasks
Terrain
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Rough lower area with bumps
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Smooth upper area with metallic strips for line following
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Hay Bale
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Drop off a preloaded hay bale on top conveyor
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Push button to activate conveyor
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Corn
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Retrieve Corn Stalk on lower level
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Deposit Corn Stalk into a corral decided randomly by the course
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Wagon
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Hook on to wagon hitch
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Pull out of barn area
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Return
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Push a “Finish” button at the starting location