IEEE Robotics TEAM

Team OverviewComputer

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

Competition OverviewIEEE Robotics Competition

Held at Gaylord Texan Resort in Grapevine, Texas in April 2010Land-based autonomous robot8’ x 8’ course, robot must stay in boundsDetect and transport “toxic”

containersContainers must be picked up in

order and delivered to corresponding color

Competition Overview

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

2009-2010 Robotics Budget

Travel ExpensesTransportation (cargo van, mini-van, gas, insurance)

$2025

Lodging ($84/night) (2 nights / 3 rooms) $510

Total $2535

Equipment CostsStinger Robot Kit $145Printed Circuit Boards (2 @ $200 each) $400Camera w/ Pan & Tilt System $360PSoC Development Kits (2 @ $125 each) $250Ultrasonic Range Finder (2 @ $62.50 each) $125Accelorometer (2 @ $22.50 each) $45Line Following Sensors (2 @ $32.50) $65Total $1,390

TOTAL EXPENSES $3,925REQUESTED SUPPORT $1,500