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Time and Effort
Day | Deven | Jon | Group |
|---|---|---|---|
11/28/2024 | Update Website (2 hours) | ||
11/27/2024 | |||
11/26/2024 | |||
11/25/2024 | Work on report soft draft (3 hours) | Soft draft formatting (1 hour) | |
11/24/2024 | |||
11/23/2024 | Reinforce weak points on frame (2 hours) | Make final adjustments to frame (3 hours) | |
11/22/2024 | Work on soft draft (2 hours) | ||
Week 13 | |||
11/21/2024 | Work on report soft draft ( 5 hours) | Bring together pieces of soft draft and format (3 hours) | |
11/20/2024 | Work on backplate reinforcement (3 hours) | Addressed soil moisture’s effect on the NPK sensor. (5.5 Hours) | |
11/19/2024 | Backplate construction and attachment (3 hours) | Continue writing report soft draft (1.5 hours) | |
11/18/2024 | Researched and identified issues with the DHT sensor library causing system delays. (2 Hours) | ||
11/17/2024 | Implemented a non-blocking approach using millis(). (1 Hours) | ||
11/16/2024 | |||
11/15/2024 | Reconfigure wiring to accomodate new sensor positions (2 hours) | Identified the blocking behavior caused by the use of delay() in the code. Began researching alternative approaches to resolve timing issues (2 Hours) | |
Week 12 | |||
11/14/2024 | Update Website (1 hour) | Work on hardware and software bugs ( 7 hours) | |
11/13/2024 | Work on wiring and hardware issues with Arduino Mega (6 hours) | Programmed lights and pumps to respond to manual controls. (2 Hours) | |
11/12/2024 | Work on wiring, tubing, and NPK sensor movement ( 5 hours) | Resolved NPK sensor conflicts with the display library. Identified serial communication issues. (3 Hours) | Get NPK sensor functional (4 hours) |
11/11/2024 | |||
11/10/2024 | Tested the new EC sensor. Tried multiple libraries, adjusted baud rates, and rechecked wiring. (4 Hours) | ||
11/09/2024 | NPK sensor testing with the Pi3 (3 hours) | Addressed a graphical bug on the display where old data overlapped new data. (4 Hours) | |
11/08/2024 | Began troubleshooting touchscreen display. Increased the size of the manual control touch areas to improve responsiveness. (1.5 Hours) | ||
Week 11 | |||
11/07/2024 | Update Website (1 hour) | Configured Blynk mobile app and completed a similar layout (2.5 Hours) | Review progress before meeting (1 hour) |
11/06/2024 | Tested Blynk connectivity to Arduino R4 (2 Hours) | ||
11/05/2024 | Work on report (2 hours) | Began setup for companion app using Blynk (2 Hours) | |
11/04/2024 | Work on report (2 hours) | Evaluated response from sensor on Arduino Mega (3 Hours) | Discuss Arduino Mega (1 hour) |
11/03/2024 | Planter guiderails and water bucket modifications (2 hours) | Tested NPK sensor on the Arduino Mega with various codes and libraries (2 Hours) | |
11/02/2024 | Stepper Motor Fine Tuning (2 hours) | ||
11/01/2024 | Plan goals for the week (1 hour) | ||
Week 10 | |||
10/31/2024 | Update website (2 hours) | Ran additional tests comparing RS485 and Arduino outputs. (2 Hours) | |
10/30/2024 | Clean up stepper motor code (1 hour) | Set up the RS485 adapter following online wiring instructions. Explored alternative serial monitoring software, Serial Monitor Device Tool. (5 Hours) | Get together in person and work on parts in tandem (5 hours) |
10/29/2024 | Continued Stepper motor testing (3 hours) | Configured PCF8574 to work with DHT library ( 4 hours) | |
10/28/2024 | Stepper Motor testing (3 hours) | ||
10/27/2024 | Investigated discrepancies between the sensor manual and the actual specifications (2 Hours) | ||
10/26/2024 | Work on water level sensors (3 hours) | Tested multiple codes and configurations from various forums. (4 Hours) | |
10/25/2024 | Researched online forums and resources for configuring the NPK sensor. (6 Hours) | Discuss over Discord goals and workload split for the week (2 hours) | |
Week 9 | |||
10/24/2024 | Update Website (2 hours) | Tested the PCF8574 I/O expander board with an Lamp light (1.5 Hours) | Meet in person and continue assembly/debugging (5 hours) |
10/23/2024 | Code debugging and testing (3 hours) | Analyzed responsiveness issues on the display (2 Hours) | |
10/22/2024 | Wire mapping and GPIO extension testing (4 hours) | Troubleshot graphical data display issues. (4 Hours) | |
10/21/2024 | Test stepper motors wiring and railing (4 hours) | ||
10/20/2024 | Found CRC addressing requirements in the NPK sensor manual. (2 Hours) | Meet in person and assemble/debug (4 hours) | |
10/19/2024 | Build new ball screw assembly and third smart plug (3 hours) | Tested different libraries to facilitate communication with the NPK sensor on the R4. (5 Hours) | Coordinate over discord goals and meeting times (1 hour) |
10/18/2024 | Attempt to fix previous ball screw assembly (1.5 hours) | Researched common NPK sensor issues and identified compatibility challenges with Arduino R4. Reviewed manufacturer resources for possible solutions. (4 Hours) | |
Week 8 | |||
10/17/2024 | Plant control group and experiment group (1.5 hours) | Reviewed overall progress, last minute modifications. (2 Hours) | |
10/16/2024 | Update website sections (2.5 hours) | Implemented safety feature for pump operation limits; created a duration selection screen. (5 Hours) | Sensor and railing assembly (3.5 Hours) |
10/15/2024 | Continue work on wiring (2 hours) | Organized manual controls for fans, lights, and pumps on the right side of the display. (6 Hours) | |
10/14/2024 | Wiring all individual parts together (2 hours) | Meet in person and work on frame (5 hours) | |
10/13/2024 | Connect lights to smart plug (1.5 hours) | Organized manual controls for fans, lights, and pumps on the right side of the display. (4 Hours) | Meet over discord (1.5 Hours) |
10/12/2024 | Work on fluid piping to get pumps working (2 hours) | Positioned real-time sensor data on the left side for immediate visibility. (2 Hours) | |
10/11/2024 | Focused on overhauling the UI layout based on Professor Notash's feedback. (4 Hours) | ||
Week 7 | |||
10/10/2024 | |||
10/9/2024 | |||
10/8/2024 | Explored troubleshooting options for the NPK sensor, considering coding adjustments or new hardware. (3 Hours) | Continue previous discussion over discord ( 1.5 hours) | |
10/7/2024 | Update website sections (2.5 hours) | ||
10/6/2024 | Attempt to fix linear actuator (3 hours) | Diagnosed issues with the NPK sensor, discovered potential inherent problems with the sensor. (6 Hours) | Meet over discord and discuss issues with linear actuator and NPK sensor (3 hours) |
10/5/2024 | Construct top chamber (2 hours) | Tested motors through code using the Stepper library, configuring stepper motors for rotation. (4 Hours) | |
10/4/2024 | Work on linear actuator rotation (2 hours)
| Simulated motor steps to ensure software functionality (5 Hours) | |
Week 6 | |||
10/3/2024 | Troubleshoot linear actuator rotation problem (2 hours) | Software Bug Fixes (1.5 Hours) | |
10/2/2024 | Sand and paint wood pieces, trim sheet metal edges (2 hours) | Jon improved the manual controls for the fans, pump, and light. (1 Hour) | |
10/1/2024 | Epoxy additional frame pieces (1 hour) | Solved problem where the display didn’t clear previous data, causing overlapping visuals. (5 Hours) | |
9/30/2024 | Shop for hardware solutions to assembly obstacles (1 hour) | Integrated the NPK sensor data into the display, replacing redundant moisture sensor data. (1.5 Hours) | |
9/29/2024 | Additional frame assembly - fans and edges (2 hours) | Meet in person and continue assembly of frame (5 hours) | |
9/28/2024 | Worked on implementing the graphical data display for the project. (2 Hours) | ||
9/27/2024 | Research fluid tube shutoff valve options (2 hours) | Tried to solve problem where the display didn’t clear previous data, causing overlapping visuals. (5 Hours) | Discussed Meetup times and individual work for the week (1 Hour) |
Week 5 | |||
9/26/2024 | Tested 12V fans with automatic temperature-based speed control, aligning with the design’s automation goals. (2.5 Hours) | Meet with Professor (1.5 hours) | |
9/25/2024 | Update Progress Log and Website (4 Hours) | Researched and applied a method to graph sensor data using angled lines, based on a YouTube tutorial, though some bugs remain to be resolved. (1 Hour) | Update website and coordinate schedules (2 hours) |
9/24/2024 | Continue work on final report (3 hours) | Implemented a solution to store averaged sensor data over time using the Arduino millis() function and arrays, allowing for historical data access. (1.5 Hours) | |
9/23/2024 | Construct linear bearing and test with a drill to simulate stepper motor (2 hours) | Managed pixel-by-pixel updates to display and erase elements, addressing memory strain due to real-time data redraws. (4 Hours) | Met to continue constructing frame (3.5 Hours) |
9/21/2024 | Research linear bearing construction and stepper motor functionality(3 hours) | Purchase overlooked parts for sensor mobility arm (1 hour) | |
9/20/2024 | Attach grow lights to frame (1 hour) | Worked on enabling the touch feature of the RA8875 display by manually scaling the x and y values using the map() function. (3 Hours) | Discuss group goals for upcoming week (2 hours) |
9/19/2024 | Cold weld sheet metal to frame (1.5 hours) | ||
Week 4 | |||
9/18/2024 | Update Progress Log and Website (2 Hours) | Researching graphical data logging implementation (3 Hours) | Ensuring proper fit for components within the frame & Extending the frame according to the approved plan (4 Hours) |
9/17/2024 | Work on final report (2.5 hours) | Troubleshooting touch input functionality (4 Hours) | |
9/16/2024 | Designing and implementing the initial UI layout (5 Hours) | Constructing the project frame (cutting and shaping sheet metal (5.5 Hours) | |
9/15/2024 | Construct second smart plug outlet (3 hours) | Getting the TFT display operational (4 Hours) | |
9/14/2024 | Cut sheet metal and spray paint buckets (2 hours) | Desoldering/soldering the RA8875 driver connections (3.5 Hours) | |
9/13/2024 | Shop for materials for frame extension (3 hours) | Researching limitations and optimizing graphics (RAM) & Iterative pixel alignment and layout adjustments (8 Hours) | Project Discussion over Discord (1 Hour) |
9/12/2024 | Meeting with the professor to discuss task priorities (2 Hours) | ||
Week 3 | |||
9/11/2024 | Update Progress Log and Website (2 Hours) | Update Progress Log and Website (2 Hours) | Check in before the group meeting (1.5 Hours) |
9/10/2024 | Continue Sensor Troubleshooting (3 Hours) | Troubleshooting with the 7.0" TFT display connection to the RA8875 driver. (3.5 Hours) | |
9/9/2024 | Soldered pins on the RA8875 driver to connect it to the breadboard. (3 Hours) | ||
9/8/2024 | Build Smart Plugs (5 Hours) | Completed physical setup of moisture, temperature/humidity, water level, and display system. (2 Hours) | Research and Order Parts (1 Hour) |
9/7/2024 | NPK Sensor Troubleshooting (5 Hours) | ||
9/6/2024 | Discuss Frame and OLED options (2 hours) | ||
9/5/2024 | Research Frame Options (2 Hours) | Worked on getting the capacitive moisture sensor to function correctly. (3 Hours) | Meet with Professor Notash (1.5 Hours) |
Week 2 | |||
8/29/2024 | Troubleshoot LCD display (2 hours) | Meet and discuss next weeks goals (2 hours) | |
9/4/2024 | Update progress log (2 hours) | Update progress log (1 hours) | Discuss website updates and prepare for weekly meeting (1.5 hours) |
9/3/2024 | Wire NPK sensor and troubleshoot code (3 hours) | Planned testing for the RA8875 driver and 7.0" TFT display. (1.5 Hours) | Recap progress and troubleshoot problems (2 hours) |
9/2/2024 | Assemble NurtureNest Frame and continue work on LCD display (2 hours) | Researched proper wiring for the RA8875 driver and Arduino SPI interface. (2.5 Hours) | |
9/1/2024 | Discuss progress and roadblocks (1 hour) | ||
8/31/2024 | Simulated the components in Tinkercad. (1.5 Hours) | ||
8/30/2024 | Visit local stores for misc. parts (2 hours) | Coded for the pumps, fans, and moisture sensor. (2 Hours) | |
Week 1 | |||
8/28/2024 | Update progress log (2 Hrs) | Updated Design Progress Log and Time & Effort Table (3 Hrs) | Check in before weekly meeting (0.5 Hrs) |
8/27/2024 | Update design portions of the website(3 Hrs) | Updated Proposal Progress Log and Final Proposed Diagram/Rendering (2.5 Hrs) | |
8/26/2024 | Visit Skycraft to browse components (1.5 Hrs) | Updated Time & Effort Table (2.5 Hrs) | Finalize frame decision (2 Hrs) |
8/25/2024 | Soil saturation Testing (3 Hrs) | Code Debuging (4 Hrs) | |
8/24/2024 | Research microcontroller controlled plugs (2 Hrs) | Wired/coded Temperature and Moisture Sensor on Bench (4.5 Hrs) | Discuss frame options (0.5 Hrs) |
8/23/2024 | Researched library/dependencies (2.5 Hrs) | Recap meeting and split responsibilities (0.5 Hrs) | |
8/22/2024 | Order parts from Amazon (0.5 Hrs) | Tinkcad Circuit Simulation (3.5 Hrs) | Meet with Professor Notash (1.5 Hrs) |
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