Module Specifications..
Current Academic Year 2023 - 2024
Please note that this information is subject to change.
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Description INACTIVE - The aim of this module is to expose students to the practical engineering tools and techniques involved in developing a complete, functional, microprocessor based system or product. This is achieved via a team-based module, in which each team must design, construct, demonstrate and document a microprocessor based mobile robot. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. Work as a member of a small team, to complete a joint project. 2. Design and construct a suitable hardware configuration, including mechanics, sensors, actuators, hardware interfaces and the embedded microprocessor system. 3. Design and code all required control software. 4. Integrate, test and debug all components to yield a functional mobile robot. 5. Draft an agreed, joint, technical report on the project. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Indicative Content and Learning Activities
System Analysis and DesignDecomposition into Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic and Software subsystems.Mechanical PrototypingWheel arrangements; kinematics; prototype construction systems.Software PrototypingAssembly, compilation, linkage, interpretation; cross-development; debug tools and techniquesSensorsHardware and software interfacing; proximity detectors; microswitches; shaft encoders battery level detection.MotorsDC motor characteristics; hardware and software interfacing;System IntegrationModule level test; integration test and debug.DocumentationTypes, organisation and objectives of documentation; specification and implementation; graphical techniques; computer aided tools. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Date of Last Revision | 09-JAN-06 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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