Kristina’s Status Report for 10/04/2025

Raspberry Pi Setup

  • Set up Raspberry Pi 5 for future UART communication with Pi Pico code development
  • Troubleshot several setup issues:
    • Broken mini-HDMI cable causing monitor display issues
    • Missing microSD reader, preventing Pi OS installation through the Pi Imager
    • SSH connection issues due to the wired ethernet network being different from CMU Secure wireless
  • Successfully imaged Pi OS onto the microSD card and completed initial configuration at home before bringing the Pi back to campus, which resolved network issues

Parts Procurement

  • Ordered off the shelf components listed in the BOM
  • Currently waiting for parts to arrive before verifying part dimensions and fabricating laser cut mounting plates

Design Report and Research

  • Worked on Design Report sections covering use case and requirement justifications
  • Found IEEE Xplore papers related to anomaly detection to reference for style and technical wording in the Design Report

Schedule & Progress

  • Currently slightly behind schedule due to:
    • Waiting for hardware parts to arrive before starting laser cut fabrication
    • Delays in Pi 5 setup and network access during initial configuration

Next Steps

  • Begin laser cut fabrication once parts (specifically the pump) arrive
  • Continue 3D printing remaining brackets and verify fits
  • Start Pi 5 to Pico UART code development
  • Finish Design Report as soon as possible to get feedback

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