1. SMA Powered Micro Robot
Project 2
SMA Powered Micro Robot

2. Problem Statement
This project entails the design and construction of a micro robot powered by Shape Memory (SMA) wires. You will start with a basic design, and optimize it for speed. You are not required to focus on any one aspect of the robot, but the interface between the robot and the track (i.e. the robot’s feet) is one area that can use modification.

3. The Basic Robot

4. General Requirements
Each team will be responsible for preparing a project proposal, developing the design itself, and writing a final report.
You will have three minutes to demonstrate the robot
Your robot does not have to resemble the original design
Your robot must have a functional change from the original design

5. Project 2
Project 2 will constitute 10% of your final course grade. It consists of four major tasks:
Preliminary Report (20%)
Demonstration(40%)
Final Report (40%)

6. Grading Criteria · Creativity and originality · Aesthetics
 · Construction quality
 · Distance traveled over a 3 minute period
· Ability to walk in a straight line
· Effective use of manual controller to walk the robot (evidence of practice)
· Effectiveness of oral presentation
· Section and team number clearly visible on robot

7. Project Demonstration
Each team will have 3 minutes to show off their robot
The minimum distance for full credit is 20cm, points will scale from there depending on class performance
The test track will be a sheet of 600 grit sandpaper
Distance will be measured as distance traveled in a straight line, not as a radius
You are to give a SHORT presentation telling us what makes your robot unique

8. Final Report
Overall: It is well-organized into logical sections using a clear system of highlighted headings to identify sections. It is clear and concise and includes a binding and numbered pages. You should use 12-point font size and double space.
Content: Title Sheet, Table of Contents, List of variables/symbols, Introduction, methodology, analytical calculations, written summary of oral presentation, results, robot’s performance, and conclusions.

9. Final Report
Writing Style: Uses clear sentences with active wording. Uses well-structured paragraphs. It is consistent in style and flows well (doesn’t sound like it was written by four different authors). Uses general audience terms where possible and appropriate (no unnecessary complex writing). No errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
Graphics: Must be titled and labeled (e.g., Figure 1: Orthographic Views). Must be referenced in the text and explained as needed.

10. Other Robots

11. Other Robots

12. Other Robots

13. Timeline Project assignment in Class 9.2 (June 20, 2002)
Preliminary Report due June 26
Project Demonstration will be held in Class 13.1 (July 3, 2002)
Final Report is due at the beginning of the final exam (July 8, 2002)