Goal: For the March 27 deadline, there are two deliverables that
we will plan to show.
1: There is an engraving machine in the robotics lab. We are going
to produce a simple CAD interface that will be easy enough for elementary
students to operate. Users will be able to save and re-load their
designs. The CAD program will be run on a Linux-based laptop connected to
the
engraving machine with a parallel cable. The UI will be implemented
in with C++ and openGL.
2:The CAD program will be adapted to be used as an intuitive
command interface for a robot. The user will be able to draw out
continuous line segments. These line-segments will be translated to path
for a robot to travel. Using the same laptop, the commands will be
transmitted to the robot via infrared. The robot will execute its plan
immediately upon reception.
Current Status:The CAD interface has been coded and successfully
interfaces with the engraving machine. Materials are being experimented
with for use with the engraver.