IEEE Robotics TEAM Team Overview Computer Engineering PSoC Development PCB Design Communication Interrupt design & implementation Assembly Computer Science Artificial intelligence Locomotion Robot algorithm Sensor input & analysis Simulation and modeling Electric Engineering Communication Control Physical sensors Power

Competition Overview IEEE Robotics Competition Held at Gaylord Texan Resort in Grapevine, Texas in April 2010 Land-based autonomous robot 8’ x 8’ course, robot must stay in bounds Detect and transport “toxic” containers Containers must be picked up in order and delivered to corresponding color

Competition Overview

Team Goals Develop PSoCs for control Use custom PCBs for simplicity/size Improve frequency detection Improve mapping algorithm Improve on weight/motor control Place within top 5 at competition

Robotics Budget Travel Expenses Transportation (cargo van, mini-van, gas, insurance) $2025 Lodging ($84/night) (2 nights / 3 rooms)$510 Total$2535 Equipment Costs Stinger Robot Kit$145 Printed Circuit Boards $200 each)$400 Camera w/ Pan & Tilt System$360 PSoC Development Kits $125 each)$250 Ultrasonic Range Finder $62.50 each)$125 Accelorometer $22.50 each)$45 Line Following Sensors $32.50)$65 Total $1,390 TOTAL EXPENSES$3,925 REQUESTED SUPPORT$1,500