1. Robot Progress Report “Emerson” Crawford Hampson EEL5666: IMDL March 25, 2010

2. Robot: “Emerson” Autonomous robot capable of using wall outlets to recharge itself

3. Structure Circular plan Two drive wheels Forward and rear wheel casters T-Tech and bandsaw for balsa platform and motor mounts Dremel, bandsaw, drill press for LCD, IR, bump sensor mounts

4. Sensors Bump sensor plates –Radio Shack switches IR sensors –Sharp medium-range sensors Electromagnetic –Currently, hacked Stanley stud finder

5. Behavior Obstacle Avoidance –Bump sensors LS, LF, RF, RS differentiation –IR Crossing or not Fuzzy logic speed control

6. Conclusion A little behind schedule, but coming along well Next: –Fully develop EM sensor –Build XYZ stage –Integrate

7. Questions?