Senior Design Project 2023
Multifunction CNC Machine
Progress Log
Week 10 - 07/06 - 07/13
Ramon:
This week was to finish the proposal design report to be submitted as well as edit the website so it can be published. I worked on a new proposal timeline and design timeline with updated deadlines.
Also added images to the engineering specifications that my partner created and I edited some content to be added to the report and website.
Yohanes:
This week I worked on the porject report, the following sections:
The report format was not uniform, I uploaded the google doc file in to microsoft word and correct make them all uniform. Then I added contents. I alter abstract was the short version for the website. I added more content that suits for the report. Edit Chapter 1: Edit the Introduction, background, added motivation, objectives and Existing CNC mashine explanations. Prior the report contents were small and incomplete. I added more content checked the grammars and pass it to Rebecca Tafete for gramatical corrections, still she is working on it but I added all I wrote until the corrections completed.
Chapter 2: Edited all the contents, added Design concept CAD design requirements , functional test, system overview. Chapter3 altered proposed budget, alter and added contents on Environmental, health, Social and Sustainability aspects. Chapter 4 I wrote conclusion. Over all I spend more than 20 hrs working on the report.
I also worked on the website altering and correction contents.
Week 9 - 06/29 - 07/06
Ramon:
This week's main focus was to edit the success criteria table that would include the module, testing plan, and trial type based on the system-level engineering requirements. The table below shows in detail what should the system operation is capable of and its successful testing plan. The proposed budget table was also updated to allow us to verify and have a better understanding of the cost per component item needed for the project. Both tables shown above and below were updated on the website. Also for this week, the proposal design report is currently in the process and updated information.
Yohanes:
This week I reviewed all the block diagrams. I found the control panel model was wrong. I altered the block diagram replaced the wrong model with the correct model.
Added Electronics Wiring block diagram. When I reviewed, The block diagram does not show all the electronics. I designed a new electronics wiring diagram block that shows all electronics diagram.
Alter Engineering specification. The previous specification was not fully include the requirements specifications. I edited the specification and added more requirement information.
Week 8 - 06/22 - 06/29
Ramon:
For this week I created a proposed design timeline graph that follows next semester for the Senior Design Project.
Also, worked on the block diagrams and edit content information for the final diagram on the website.
Yohanes:
Alter the Engineering Requirements:
based on week 7 discussion, The engineering requirements condensed from 10 title to 7 and elaborate each components tasks. Also I worked on the website , edited the requirements and the progress pages.
Worked On the report: Down load the template, wrote the acnowldgemet and the Abstract.
Week 7 - 06/15 - 06/21
Ramon:
This week, I focused on adding dimension to the 3D design model using TinkerCad. The measurement is an approximated size of the actual physical product. The dimension is based on the x-axis, y-axis, and z-axis. The length and width of the CNC machine are also calculated. Furthermore, all dimension is a draft as this project is to be expanded weekly until the deadline date.
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Also, I did some modifications to the website to add an embedded table for the proposed budget rather than uploading a pdf file and updated the timeline chart deadlines
Yohanes:
This week I worked on specifications. I researched in depth about the CNC machine average size and power tools and altered the specifications and functions.
Week 6 - 06/08 - 06/14
Ramon:
This week, I focused on creating a proposed budget & timeline for all components to be used on the CNC machine projectthe suggested budget estimate parts quantities and unit price as well as the vendor. The timeline chart is an approximate time frame for the tasks to be completed. I also, design a 3D render model for the CNC Machine with an animation loop.
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Yohanes:
Worked on the website: updated the website by creating a container for each section, I organized each page in the web site and make it organized and easily readable website. Analyzing how the CNC machine operate, I rote success and criteria page. Also, I worked on the Engineering specification.
- Continued working on the progress log.
Group:
Met through Discord, discussed divided works. Also we discussed about the website look and make some adjustments.
Week 5 - 06/08 - 06/14
Yohanes:
Worked on the web site:
Edited the home page, Proposal ideas, and Weekly Meetings: home page, change the menu font sizes, from 16 to 20 and light blue dark blue and added Ramon picture. Proposal ideas page, organized, uniform the title fonts to 22, team name to 20 and the explanation font to 18, and added injera picture in the Injera machine proposed ideas. Weekly meeting page clean up the unnecessary elements, organized and uniform fonts. Change font sizes title font 22, subtitle 20 and description to 18. Worked on the CNC machine idea: researched on the main types components and pricings and listed them on the above table.
Visited Tool stores Harbour freight and Home Depot and checked power tools sizes, prices, weight, etc.
Ramon:
Worked on G-CODE programming and got familiarized with lists, commands, and types. Develop the concepts to tell the machine tool what action to perform such as rapid movement (transport the tool as quickly as possible in between cuts) and controlled feed in a straight line or arc(radius) as shown in the picture below. Edited minor detail on the website and adding content to weekly presentations for week 5.
Group:
Discussion about the proposed idea and editing of the website.
Week 4 - 06/01 - 06/07
Yohanes:
Added data and modify the website. Did depth resources on the proposal idea project for CNC machine and collect data that can be useful for the project. Gather some parts information to use on the CNC machine such as the TB6600 stepper motor drive for Arduino to use instead of a connection motor driver to a breadboard. The TB6600 is well-suitable and can control a two-phase stepping motor.
Drivers
Ramon:
Customize the website and added information content based on Professor feedback. I practice some coding languages that can be very useful and got more familiarized with Arduino( C++ similar) and the Raspberry Pi(Python).
G-Coding
C-Programing
Week 3 - 05/25- 05/31
Yohanes:
Gather data and resources for the main component parts of the CNC Machine and Shoe Sorting System. The list of components is stepper motors, servo, push mechanism, MCUs, and other hardware. Continue adding more complexity to the block diagram & flowchart to make the projects stand out and have a good outcome.
All designs can be found at https://grabcad.com/library/tag/design
Ramon:
Continue to work on the 3D rendering software. Adjusted the website to have its approval and make it viewable to others and awaiting Professor Notash's feedback and the ok for the website configurations for the next meeting. Started gathering MCUs to work on and set them up, these are Arduino UNO and Raspberry Pi.
All designs can be found at https://grabcad.com/library/tag/design
Group:
On our fourth meeting Professor Notash gave us feedback about our website and to adjust some setting content as well as the navigation menu information tab for what it needs to be to match the requirement website rubric guidelines. We narrow down the ideas projects to two projects which are the CNC machine and the Shoe Sorting System.
Week 2 - 05/18 - 05/24
Yohanes:
Created a budget table for project ideas proposed and added content to the website. Worked on the block diagram and flowchart for the ideas projects. I have very well knowledge and background when it comes to being a handyperson/crafty such as completing model tasks that require building from scratch using wood, plastic hardware, fabric, rubber, and many objects models.
Ramon:
Modified website setup to make it look more friendly and viewable such as weekly presentation, time and effort section, and font adjustments. Created block diagram/flowchart of projects idea. Started getting familiar with 3D rendering software to create models and components simulations. As a hobby in my free time, I like to be open source and get familiar with many software such as 3D modeling, and coding in Python, C++, and JavaScript. I'm still a novice but I'm interested in learning more about technology concentration.
Group:
Third week the six proposal idea narrowed to three project ideas, which were the CNC machine, Sorting "Shoes" Conveyor System, and the waiter bot. Professor gave us some very important feedback about our website design to make it more friendly and viewable. We also discussed that the main concentration for the design project that it needs to be at least 60% electronic project ideas proposals, more depth details, functionality, cost budget, and the targeted audience.
Week 1 - 05/11 - 05/17
Group:
In our second meeting, we discussed our progress status. We pre-proposed some ideas we had gathered and were recommended regarding some ideas we had that were designed by previous students, we were recommended perhaps modifying some projects and/or making better proposals idea concepts.
Yohanes and I spend counters of hours collecting the brainstormed ideas and narrowing projects. We discussed projects that can impact and have a great outcome in the market and help to be more productive daily. At this point, we came to a brief conclusion idea that goes like such:
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CNC handy machine - performs multiple machine tasks, including lathes, grinders, routers, and mills.
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Fingerprint security system - the project is to provide a secure access control mechanism using biometric authentication.
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Medical cooling systems - especially in the emergency room, replace the ice pack cooling system. The automated decomposer - aims to create a system that automates the process of decomposition for organic materials in a controlled environment.
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An automated robot - waiter bot in a restaurant or a similar setting. The robot is designed to navigate to designated tables, interact with customers, and return to its starting point.
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Sorting Conveyor System - the system requires specific criteria for sorting objects. For example, it could be by color, size, shape, or sex characteristics.
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Shoe sorting system - project aims to automate the process of collecting shoes.
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Mitad Grill - Injera is a pancake-like flatbread with a slightly spongy texture, Ethiopia and Eritrea's main food.
Ramon:
Continued working on website setup contents.
Yohanes:
Collected data to add to website.
Early Class Week -
Yohanes:
Brainstorm more ideas and collect information. Ramon and I had been communicating and devised many ideas to propose to Professor Notash. Conducted and gathered parts and components for the ideas discussed.
Ramon:
After the Zoom meeting with Professor Notash, I gather some information and did the resource to create the website for the design project on the Wix website. The Wix website is used by many design project students and was recommended as it is an ease of use and free operations system. I started with the main website setup and then used the Rubic guideline from Valencia College requirements.
Group:
The first meeting with Professor, In the Zoom meeting, we discussed the syllabus and information we needed to design the project. Professor Notash demonstrates some projects and website designs from previous semesters and what to expect as a group to collaborate to complete the design project. He also gave us some feedback on what project is recommended and some criteria to follow to have a better understanding of what is the Senior design project is expected for this semester.
Prior class begins.
Group:
Ramon and I have known for a while at Valencia College. During the Winter of 2023, we started discussing the senior design proposal project. Then we asked each other what of us if we had similar interests and different contributions to the project. Indeed, we found we have similar interests and goals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Then, we decided to team up and work together. Since then, we discussed many possible projects.