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Module Title |
Mobile Robotics
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Module Code |
EE303
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School |
School of Electronic Engineering
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Online Module Resources
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| Module Co-ordinator | Dr Sean Marlow | Office Number | S337 |
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Level |
3
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Credit Rating |
5
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Pre-requisite |
None
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Co-requisite |
None
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Module Aims
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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 eah team must design, construct, demonstrate and document a microprocessor based mobile robot.
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Learning Outcomes
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On completion of this module, the student will be able to · Work as a member of a small team, to complete a joint project. [PO5]· Design and construct a suitable hardware configuration, including mechanics, sensors, actuators, handware interfaces and the embedded microprocessor system. [PO1, PO2, PO3, PO5]· Design and construct a suitable, battery based, power supply system. [PO2, PO3, PO5]· Design and code all required control software. [PO2, PO3, PO5]· Integrate, test and debug all components to yield a functional mobile robot. [PO2, PO3, PO5]· Draft an agreed, joint, technical report on the project. [PO6]
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Indicative Time Allowances
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Hours
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Lectures |
0
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Tutorials |
6
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Laboratories |
36
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Seminars |
0
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Independent Learning Time |
33
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Total |
75
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Placements |
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Assignments |
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NOTE
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Assume that a 5 credit module load represents approximately 75 hours' work, which includes all teaching, in-course assignments, laboratory work or other specialised training and an estimated private learning time associated with the module.
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Indicative Syllabus
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System Analysis and Design: Decomposition into Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic and Software subsystems.Mechanical Prototyping: wheel arrangements; kinematics; prototype construction systems.Software Prototyping: assembly, compilation, linkage, interpretation; cross-development; debug tools and techniques.Power Supply: battery types and characteristics; recharging; voltage regulation; ground return layout, decoupling and isolation.Sensors: hardware and software interfacing; proximity detectors; microswitches; shaft encoders battery level detection.Motors: DC motor chaaracteristics; hardware and software interfacing; Pulse Width Modulation; closed loop control.System Integration: module level test; integration test and debug.Documentation: types, organisation and objectives of documentation; specification and implementation; graphical techniques; computer aided tools.
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| Assessment | | Continuous Assessment | 100% | Examination Weight | 0% |
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Indicative Reading List
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Mobile Robots: Inspiration to Implementation. Joseph L. Jones, Anita M. Flynn. Massachusetts: A.K. Peters, 1993.
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Contribution to Programme Areas
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Science & Mathematics
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Discipline - specific Technology
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Information and Communications Technology
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Design and Development
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Engineering Practice
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Social and Business Context
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2
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4
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3
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4
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4
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2
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Contribution to Programme Outcomes:
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Knowledge and Its Application:
The ability to derive and apply solutions from a knowledge of sciences, engineering sciences, technology and mathematics
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Problem Solving:
The ability to identify, formulate, analyse and solve engineering problems;
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Design:
The ability to design a system, component or process to meet specified needs, to design and conduct experiments and to analyse and interpret data;
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Ethical Practice:
An understanding of the need for high ethical standards in the practice of engineering, including the responsibilities of the engineering profession towards people and the environment
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Effective Work and Learning:
The ability to work effectively as an individual, in teams and in multidisciplinary settings together with the capacity to undertake lifelong learning;
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Effective Communication:
The ability to communicate effectively with the engineering community and with society at large
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3
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4
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4
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2
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4
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3
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Teaching & Learning Strategies/Assessment Methodology:
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 eah team must design, construct, demonstrate and document a microprocessor based mobile robot. 40% of marks are for a competitive demonstration of robot performance; 60% are for a joint technical report.
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Programme or List of Programmes
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| BSSA | Study Abroad (DCU Business School) |
| BSSAO | Study Abroad (DCU Business School) |
| CAM | B.Eng. Mechanical & Manufacturing Eng |
| DME | B.Eng. in Digital Media Engineering |
| ECSA | Study Abroad (Engineering & Computing) |
| ECSAO | Study Abroad (Engineering & Computing) |
| EE | BEng in Electronic Engineering |
| HMSA | Study Abroad (Humanities & Soc Science) |
| HMSAO | Study Abroad (Humanities & Soc Science) |
| ME | B.Eng. in Mechatronic Engineering |
| SHSA | Study Abroad (Science & Health) |
| SHSAO | Study Abroad (Science & Health) |
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