Eleventh assignment

Date

1 Apr 2020

FINAL PROJECT PROPOSAL


WHAT WILL IT DO?


This project is aimed to create an educational robot that teaches kids the coding principles and the algorithm basics in a fun way. There is no need to use apps or smart devices. It boosts the child's critical thinking, coding skills and problem solving.



WHO'S DONE WHAT BEFOREHAND?


There are several toys on the market that aim to teach kids programming. Each one of them has different techniques such as bluetooth, apps, screen, etc. I found Cody blocks which is a toy that used Radio-frequency identification (RFID) , the same technology that I planned to use in my project.



WHAT WILL YOU DESIGN?


I will design most of the project parts :

  • atmega328 PCB.

  • The Robot chassis.

  • The eyes,mouth and cheeks of the robot.

  • The cover of the robot chassis.

  • The directional blocks.

  • Stickers for the robot and blocks.

  • Mini caster wheel.



WHAT MATERIALS AND COMPONENTS WILL BE USED, WHERE WILL THEY COME FROM AND HOW MUCH WILL THEY COST?





WHAT PARTS AND SYSTEMS WILL BE MADE?


  • The robot’s chassis will be manufactured using 3D printing.

  • The blocks will be manufactured using laser cutting.

  • The stickers will be cutted using the vinyl cutter.

  • The PCB will be manufactured using the CNC milling machine.





WHAT PROCESSES WILL BE USED?


In the below schedule, I showed the processes that I will use:




WHAT QUESTIONS NEED TO BE ANSWERED?


I have some concerns and questions about making the project.


  • Due to the COVID 19 lockdown, when the lab will be open, and how I will finish the project if it remains closed.

  • What is the maximum range that the RFID reader can detect the tags?

  • Is the project expensive?

  • How will the system operate?

  • What is the right size of the robot?

  • How to choose the right motor driver?

  • Is the programming for the sequence game going to be complicated?

  • What type of power source do I need?



HOW WILL IT BE EVALUATED?


The project will be evaluated by kids and how they engage with the robot, and answering these questions after testing :


  • Does the robot encourage activity and movement?

  • Does the robot promote communication and interaction?

  • Is the robot appealing?

  • Does the robot encourage thinking or solving problems?

  • Can the robot be used in more than one place?

  • Does the robot encourage thinking or solving problems?

  • Can the robot be used in more than one place?



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