This week, I did research on the components that we are looking to purchase for our project. I double checked that the components we are looking into are able to fulfill our requirements and are compatible with each other. I also spent time researching the current state of recycling in America, to determine whether or not we should change the scope of our project. I also started working on the design proposal. I am on time with our schedule, with the design proposal still in progress. By next week, I hope to finish the design proposal, and send in requests for all of the materials that we need for our project.