News: Spring Update 4
Team
- Mounting System for Solar
Panels
- Charging system for batteries
at competition
- Dolly
- Dry testing will occur March
28-29
- On the water spring testing
will occur April 4-5
Russ
Brad
- Sprint batteries are $720 set,
$1450 for two sets
- Higher gauge wire/connects need
to be selected
- Had concern over EVA
“stickiness” but this is normal for EVA under the testing
conditions.
- Epoxy would provide an easier
alternative to EVA
- Aluminum provided the best
voltage during initial testing
Ryan
- Is continuing programming.
There has been difficulties encountered with the GPS
- Waiting for the LCD screen to
arrive
- The motor controller that came
in for Brad has a serial connector.
This will allow for easier acquisition of more detailed
information as opposed to using a current sensor.
Chris
- Needs to continue to contact motor source to determine status of motors stuck in customs.
- Will need back up plan if propellers are not found
Sean
- Will search Plascorp for material to use in helm design
- Helm must facilitate ease of access for driver; 5 second competition rule
- Bulkheads will be completed by Friday, March 6th.
- Dolly needs to be completed before spring break
- Needs dimensions and sizing for steering wheel
Jim
- Need to contact PA Park Rangers regarding testing of boat.
- Will order steering system before spring break
- Will have system by the end of spring break.
Contact Us
Primary Advisor: Dr. Karen Yan
Phone: (609) 771-2774
Email: solrboat@tcnj.edu