Howard Ma’s Weekly Status Report for 2/15/25

Personal Accomplishments

  • Finalized the system design pivot, which includes:
    1. Valve-operated drink dispensing system
    2. Electro-magnet stirring mechanism for automated mixing
    3. Robotic arm-operated garnish station on wheel
  • Researched, finalized, and placed orders for all required components, ensuring that parts align with the updated system design and functional requirements.
  • Assisted in preparing the design presentation slides, ensuring clarity and solid foundation.
  • Developed pseudocode for the Arduino IDE, laying the groundwork for controlling the embedded system. The next step will involve pairing specific ports and finalizing connections once the hardware components arrive.
  • Studied robotic principles and control mechanisms to ensure smooth operation of the robotic arm within the garnish station, preparing for seamless integration with the overall system.

Next Week Deliverables

  • Begin physical assembly of individual system components as the ordered parts arrive, testing their standalone feasibility before implementing automation.
  • Debug and complete the Arduino control system for the valves.

Status Report: On Schedule

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