This week, I created the datapath (as seen below) and formed the FSM logic (which can be translated into ESP32 Arduino logic as the signals should function the same) for the design presentation. Through this, I was able to discover and further research into the actual hardware needed for this project: instead of using a FPGA (a point which was rightfully questioned by our TA), it would be much more feasible and helpful if we used an ESP32 microcontroller. That way, we would be able to take advantage of an already-implemented protocol, ESP-NOW, on the Arduino ESP32s. I also helped in re-designing our original mechanical design, focusing on the issue where if there were too few pills left in the compartment.
Our progress is a little behind on ordering parts, but I plan to curate the needed electrical components to send/ready to order.
Also, I have started and will continue in coding/making a simple prototype using the ESP-NOW protocol in the next week for the electrical components in order to get us much more up to speed especially as spring break is rapidly approaching.
