1. Team Paragon Mine Sweeper Mobility Presented By: Greg Mericsko Dayna Vayhinger Dayna Vayhinger September 21, 2004

2. Front Tires ► Size  ~3:1 to 2:1 diameter to width ratio  ~9’’ diameter ► Holds board above 3’’ ► Ability to overtake obstacles (dead mine)  ~3-4’’ width ► Added stability ► Ability to overtake obstacles ► Mounting  Direct connection to DC motor  Shaft couplings ► Treads  Off road tread ► Gains traction in rugged or wet terrain or wet terrain ► Material  Rubber ► Inflatable in order to cut down weight down weight

3. Rear Castor ► Size  ~5’’ ► Swivels 360°  Allows for 0° turn radius  Forward and Reverse Motion ► Mounting  Unpowered  In board mounting ► Materials  Solid Rubber or Plastic ► Key Issue  Locking of castor wheel

4. Drag Reduction ► Elevated Board  3’’ above ground ► Maintains clearance of elements ► Beveled Front Edge  Pushes precipitation under vehicle ► Top Mounted Motors

5. Braking ► Slow approach to mines  Reduce motor power ► Key Issue  Emergency braking ► Senses mine  Momentarily puts engines in reverse