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Time and Effort
Week | Deven | Jon | Group |
|---|---|---|---|
7/21/2024 | Review project alignment with anticipated customer needs (2 Hrs) | Update website (4 Hrs) | Review and finalize all project documents (2.5 Hrs) |
7/20/2024 | Revise report to include weight and physical aspects (2 Hrs) | Proofread and finalize report (2 Hrs) | Revise engineering specifications, requirements, success criteria (4 Hrs) |
7/19/2024 | Update progress log as discussed with professor (1 Hr) | Progress Log, Timeline & Schedule (1 Hr) | Research relays and necessary sensors (2.5 Hrs) |
7/18/2024 | Research soil and seeds for testing (3.5 Hrs) | Continue with motor controller research (5 Hrs) | Research AC to DC supply and motor controllers (2 Hrs) |
7/17/2024 | Identify missing items in proposed budget (1 Hr) | Progress Log (3 Hrs) | Identify & research DC motors for linear axis movement (2 Hrs) |
7/16/2024 | Finalize report, begin preliminary presentation work (4 Hrs) | Continue researching the best motor for the design (2 Hrs) | Discuss ideal customer profile, update based on needs (1.5 Hrs) |
7/15/2024 | Update Engineering Requirements & Specifications (2 Hrs) | Motor/Motor Mount/Motor Driver Research (1.5 Hrs) | Redesign circuit for simplicity, decide on 12V DC adapter (1 Hr) |
Week 10 | |||
7/14/2024 | Updated engineering requirements and specifications. (4 Hrs) | Researched the need for two pumps: one for fresh water and one for fertilizer. (2.5 Hrs) | Discussed and emphasized the completion of the rough draft for the report.(2 Hrs) |
7/13/2024 | Worked on the progress log updates for the website. (1 Hrs) | Researched and identified appropriate pumps, came across peristaltic pumps, and gathered information on them. (4 Hrs) | Met to assign responsibilities for the week. (2 Hrs) |
7/12/2024 | Continued progress on the proposed budget and ensured all specifications were updated. (3 Hrs) | Researched 12V DC peristaltic pumps and evaluated their suitability for the project. (2.5 Hrs) | Emphasized the importance of thorough research on components and their applications. (2.5 Hrs) |
7/11/2024 | Updated the report with new findings and refined the engineering specifications. (4 Hrs) | Found a micro brushless pump that meets the flow rate of 63 GPH and evaluated its suitability. (1.5 Hrs) | Reviewed the need for a pump that meets design requirements and prioritized updating the report and website. (2.5 Hrs) |
7/10/2024 | Reviewed the progress log and proposed budget for accuracy and completeness. (1.5 Hrs) | Worked on understanding the functionality of relays and MOSFETs for interfacing the 12V DC mini pump with Arduino. (4.5 Hrs) | Discussed and evaluated the engineering requirements and specifications in the weekly meeting. (2 Hrs) |
7/9/2024 | Ensured all updates were reflected in the report, website, and other project documents. (2 Hrs) | Compared the pros and cons of using relays versus MOSFETs for controlling the pump, and gathered information from various sources. (3.5 Hrs) | Updated the success criteria, engineering requirements, and specifications based on new findings. (2 Hrs) |
7/8/2024 | Finalized updates to the engineering requirements and specifications, and documented lessons learned. (4.5 Hrs) | Updated the website and report with new information on the pumps and their specifications. (1 Hr) | Collaborated with Jon to discuss the potential switch of the pump motor and its impact on the project. (2 Hrs) |
Week 9 | |||
7/7/2024 | Worked on engineering requirements & specifications. (5.5 Hrs) | Began working on the 3D rendering in Fusion360. (6 Hrs) | Discussed aspects of the 3D rendering, website updates, engineering requirements, Timeline & Schedule, success criteria, and time & effort table. (2 Hrs) |
7/6/2024 | Updated the time & effort table. (4 Hrs) | Researched the placement and movement of the NPK sensor relative to the grow trays. (2.5 Hrs) | Split work assignments: Deven to work on engineering requirements, time & effort table, and website updates; Jon to work on 3D rendering, success criteria, and website updates. (1.5 Hrs) |
7/5/2024 | Made updates to the website. (1.5 Hrs) | Researched and added components like the x-axis rod and twin jug holders to the 3D rendering. (2.5 Hrs) | Conducted a meeting with the professor for detailed discussion on design dimensions and components. (2.5 Hrs) |
7/4/2024 | Ensured all engineering specifications were up-to-date on the website. (2.5 Hrs) | Worked on updating the homepage with the latest rendering, overall dimensions, and main menu design adjustments. (2.5 Hrs) | Assigned responsibilities for the week. (2 Hrs) |
7/3/2024 | Updated the progress log on the website. (1 Hr) | Revised the success criteria to include trials and percentage of success. (4 Hrs) | Continued working on the report, splitting chapters and outlining sections. (2 Hrs) |
7/2/2024 | Worked on the proposed budget. (2 Hrs) | Updated the power budget and timeline & schedule on the website. (4 Hrs) | Finalized updates to the power budget columns and timeline percentages. (2 Hrs) |
7/1/2024 | Began writing the abstract and acknowledgments for the report. (2.5 Hrs) | Began writing the introduction and subsequent sections for the report. (5 Hrs) | Met to brainstorm and outline the report, ensuring all updates are according to guidelines. (1.5 Hrs) |
Week 8 | |||
6/30/2024 | Begin drafting engineering requirements & specifications (3 Hrs) | Start researching and working on 3D rendering (Fusion360) (6.5 Hrs) | Team meeting to assign tasks and discuss weekly goals (0.5 Hrs) |
6/29/2024 | Work on time & effort table (1 Hrs) | Continue 3D rendering and research on NPK sensor placement (2 Hrs) | Review design dimensions and component placements (2 Hrs) |
6/28/2024 | Update website with homepage changes (0.5 Hr) | Apply cylindrical holders to rear design and update rendering (4.5 Hrs) | Discuss progress on rendering and website updates (1.5 Hrs) |
6/27/2024 | Revise engineering requirements and specifications (4 Hrs) | Finalize rendering and start working on success criteria (4.5 Hrs) | Group discussion on success criteria and testing plans (3 Hrs) |
6/26/2024 | Begin drafting the power budget (5 Hrs) | Update website with new success criteria and power budget (4.5 Hrs) | Team meeting to review website and success criteria (2 Hrs) |
6/25/2024 | Work on preliminary formatting of the report (5.5 Hrs) | Continue updates to success criteria and power budget (2 Hrs) | Discuss preliminary formatting and report sections (2 Hrs) |
6/24/2024 | Update report sections (Abstract and Acknowledgments) (4 Hrs) | Update website and finalize report sections (3.5 Hrs) | Finalize report outline and schedule updates (2 Hrs) |
Week 7 | |||
6/23/2024 | Update engineering requirements & specifications (4 Hrs) | Continue formatting and styling the website (3 Hrs) | Team meeting to choose project name and assign responsibilities (2 Hrs) |
6/22/2024 | Refine proposed budget and engineering specifications (3 Hrs) | Revise homepage for clarity and update progress log (2 Hrs) | Discuss project name options and finalize "NurtureNest" (0.5 Hrs) |
6/21/2024 | Address missing items in proposed budget, such as soil and seeds (4 Hrs) | Update success criteria with additional components and clarify (2.5 Hrs) | Review progress log and timeline updates (1.5 Hrs) |
6/20/2024 | Update the profile of ideal customer and align project (1 Hrs) | Design opening for water tank accessibility and update electronics section (3 Hrs) | Discuss and implement changes to success criteria based on professor’s feedback (1.5 Hrs) |
6/19/2024 | Refine and update engineering design requirements (4.5 Hrs) | Finalize success criteria with clear goals, trials, and success rates (2.5 Hrs) | Team meeting to review and discuss website updates and success criteria revisions (1.5 Hrs) |
6/18/2024 | Begin preliminary formatting of the report (5.5 Hrs) | Continue revisions and updates to website and success criteria (2 Hrs) | Finalize formatting and styling for report sections (2 Hrs) |
6/17/2024 | Update report sections as needed (abstract, background) (3 Hrs) | Continue updates to website and progress log (2 Hrs) | Review and finalize report formatting and updates (2 Hrs) |
Week 6 | |||
6/16/2024 | Update engineering requirements and specifications based on professor's feedback (2 Hrs) | Continue rendering and start creating power budget (3.5 Hrs) | Team meeting to discuss customer profile and finalize dimensions (2 Hrs) |
6/15/2024 | Finalize profile of ideal customer and update proposed budget (2.5 Hrs) | Construct and detail power budget; include voltage, current, and power calculations (3.5 Hrs) | Discuss ideal customer attributes and requirements (2 .5Hrs) |
6/14/2024 | Discuss missing items in proposed budget (soil, seeds) and target plants (4 Hrs) | Upload updated 3D rendering images to the homepage (4 Hrs) | Review and agree on rendering updates and focus on household design (2 Hrs) |
6/13/2024 | Update engineering requirements with physical aspects and functionality (3 Hrs) | Continue website updates with new rendering angles and power budget details (2 Hrs) | Team meeting to review progress on rendering and power budget (3 Hrs) |
6/12/2024 | Refine proposed budget to include all components and functionalities (2.5 Hrs) | Add Grow trays, water pump, Arduino to 3D rendering (1.5 Hrs) | Discuss and finalize project’s dimensions and power requirements (1.5 Hrs) |
6/11/2024 | Begin preliminary formatting of the report with updated information (3.5 Hrs) | Finalize power budget table and ensure safety of component values (2 Hrs) | Discuss lessons learned and future improvements for design (1 Hrs) |
6/10/2024 | Review and finalize engineering design requirements and specifications (1.5Hrs) | Continue to update website and power budget sections (1.5 Hrs) | Finalize group report and updates based on recent discussions (2 Hrs) |
Week 5 | |||
6/9/2024 | Update engineering requirements and specifications (2 Hrs) | Create timeline & schedule, weekly meetings page (2 Hrs) | Team meeting to assign responsibilities and discuss project goals (2 Hrs) |
6/8/2024 | Finalize profile of ideal customer and update proposed budget (3.5 Hrs) | Design progress log with weekly pages (4.5 Hrs) | Discuss and finalize project name and title consolidation (2.5 Hrs) |
6/7/2024 | Update the final block diagram with latest changes (2.5 Hrs) | Develop success criteria based on Professor Notash’s feedback (2.5 Hrs) | Review updates to engineering requirements and website changes (2 Hrs) |
6/6/2024 | Add missing items to the proposed budget (soil, seeds) (4 Hrs) | Complete timeline and schedule; integrate feedback (4 Hrs) | Discuss updates to the success criteria and module testing plans (2 Hrs) |
6/5/2024 | Refine engineering requirements and finalize the budget (2.5 Hrs) | Update and format success criteria table (4.5 Hrs) | Review and finalize project goals, title, and domain name (1 Hr) |
6/4/2024 | Begin preliminary formatting of the report (4 Hrs) | Finalize and upload website updates, including new renderings (2 Hrs) | Team meeting to review progress and ensure alignment with goals (1 Hr) |
6/3/2024 | Review and update report sections based on recent changes (1.5 Hrs) | Finalize weekly minutes and progress log (3 Hrs) | Discuss lessons learned and plan for next steps (2 Hrs) |
Week 4 | |||
6/2/2024 | Work on engineering requirements and specifications (2 Hrs) | Start 3D rendering in Fusion360, initial sketches (5.5 Hrs) | Team meeting to finalize project idea and split responsibilities (2 Hrs) |
6/1/2024 | Prepare weekly presentation slides and meeting minutes (4.5 Hrs) | Continue 3D rendering, focus on design features (4 Hrs) | Discuss and decide on design features and requirements (2.5 Hrs) |
5/31/2024 | Update time and effort table based on progress (1 Hrs) | Begin preliminary updates to the website homepage (2 Hrs) | Review progress and initial drafts of 3D rendering and website (1 Hr) |
5/30/2024 | Refine engineering requirements based on feedback (2 Hrs) | Add temperature control feature and ventilation to rendering (6 Hrs) | Meet to brainstorm and finalize design features (3 Hrs) |
5/29/2024 | Continue working on engineering specifications (2.5 Hrs) | Add fertilizer and water jug holders to 3D rendering (4 Hrs) | Check alignment between engineering specs and design (2 Hrs) |
5/28/2024 | Review and update engineering requirements for accuracy (2.5 Hrs) | Update website with new design images and team contact info (2 Hrs) | Finalize and agree on design and website updates (2 Hrs) |
5/27/2024 | Compile progress log and prepare for next week's presentation (2 Hrs) | Review 3D rendering progress and make adjustments as needed (2 Hrs) | Discuss lessons learned and plan for future tasks (2 Hrs) |
Week 3 | |||
5/26/2024 | Create S.M.A.R.T. slides for Seedling Grow Center (2 Hrs) | Create S.M.A.R.T. slides for Sanitation Bot (2.5 Hrs) | Team meeting to discuss Professor's feedback and split tasks (0.5 Hrs) |
5/25/2024 | Refine S.M.A.R.T. slides for Seedling Grow Center (3.5 Hrs) | Create S.M.A.R.T. slides for Item Locator Bot (2.5 Hrs) | Review and finalize S.M.A.R.T. criteria for each proposal (2 Hrs) |
5/24/2024 | Update and review engineering requirements based on feedback (3.5 Hrs) | Continue work on 3D rendering and incorporate feedback (3.5 Hrs) | Plan next steps for project development based on S.M.A.R.T. feedback (1.5 Hrs) |
5/23/2024 | Prepare and organize S.M.A.R.T. slides for team review (2.5 Hrs) | Complete 3D rendering updates, focusing on temperature control and ventilation (4.5 Hrs) | Discuss S.M.A.R.T. implementation and design improvements (1.5 Hrs) |
5/22/2024 | Work on integrating S.M.A.R.T. criteria into project proposals (2.5 Hrs) | Preliminary updates to the website homepage (2 Hrs) | Meet to ensure alignment between S.M.A.R.T. goals and project requirements (1.5 Hrs) |
5/21/2024 | Continue refining the Seedling Grow Center proposal with S.M.A.R.T. feedback (2 Hrs) | Address any issues in the 3D rendering and finalize adjustments (2.5 Hrs) | Final review of S.M.A.R.T. slides and incorporation of feedback (2 Hrs) |
5/20/2024 | Compile and finalize S.M.A.R.T. slides for Seedling Grow Center (2.5 Hrs) | Review website updates and finalize any changes (3.5 Hrs) | Reflect on the week's progress and plan for the following week (2 Hrs) |
Week 2 | |||
5/19/2024 | Revise proposal ideas based on Professor's feedback ( 1 Hr) | Research components for Sanitation Bot (2 Hrs) | Team meeting to assign weekly tasks (2 Hrs) |
5/18/2024 | Combine at-home soil test and automatic grow box functionalities into one project (2 Hrs) | Begin creating presentation slides for Sanitation Bot and Item Locator Bot (1.5 Hrs) | Brainstorm additional proposal ideas (2 Hrs) |
5/17/2024 | Research marketability of the combined project and compare with existing products (2.5 Hrs) | Continue research on Sanitation Bot components and design (2.5 Hrs) | Discuss and finalize proposal ideas (2 Hrs) |
5/16/2024 | Finalize proposal ideas and presentation slides (3.5 Hrs) | Work on detailing the design and specifications of the Sanitation Bot (2.5 Hrs) | Review and refine presentation slides (2.5 Hrs) |
5/15/2024 | Prepare and organize the presentation slides for the new project (2 Hrs) | Research and develop new proposal ideas (2.5 Hrs) | Assign tasks for upcoming week (1.5 Hrs) |
5/14/2024 | Update and integrate new project details into proposal (2 Hrs) | Develop detailed specs for Sanitation Bot and Item Locator Bot (4 Hrs) | Review progress on proposal ideas (3 Hrs) |
5/13/2024 | Continue researching market potential and finalize proposal documents (4 Hrs) | Finalize presentation slides and prepare for review (4 Hrs) | Reflect on the week's work and plan next steps (1.5 Hrs) |
Week 1 | |||
5/12/2024 | Brainstorm additional proposal ideas (4 Hrs) | Research wearable elderly fall detection devices (4.5 Hrs) | Team meeting to assign weekly tasks (2 Hrs) |
5/11/2024 | Work on presentation slides for new proposals (3.5 Hrs) | Develop details for Smart Fire Sprinter design (5 Hrs) | Discuss and finalize proposal ideas (0.5 Hrs) |
5/10/2024 | Continue researching market potential for proposals (4.5 Hrs) | Begin comparing components for Smart Fire Sprinter and wearable devices (3.5 Hrs) | Collaborate on presentation content (1.5 Hrs) |
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