1. 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

2. 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

3. Competition Overview

4. 2009-2010 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

5. 2009-2010 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 (2 @ $200 each)$400 Camera w/ Pan & Tilt System$360 PSoC Development Kits (2 @ $125 each)$250 Ultrasonic Range Finder (2 @ $62.50 each)$125 Accelorometer (2 @ $22.50 each)$45 Line Following Sensors (2 @ $32.50)$65 Total $1,390 TOTAL EXPENSES$3,925 REQUESTED SUPPORT$1,500