This week I mainly finish constructing and putting together the actual go pieces using laser cutting and successfully test the feeding system using the stepper motor with flags, laser cut housing and the compression spring. I also help with testing the interference of hall effect sensor detection and the locking system. After testing, we conclude that given current designed magnet and board thickness, there should be no issues.
Design wise, there are no major changes in the feeding system. However, I may need to laser cut new housing for the feeding magazine when trying to integrate with the gantry system.
Plan wise, I am behind on the deciding the actual placement of the feeding system as well as the positioning of the feeding area since I don’t have access to the gantry system.
Next week, since our teammate is coming back, I will mainly focusing on integration with other modules and implement any changes needed for the feeding system.