We decided not to do Michael's internal gear ratio design. Although, it was a good idea, we're just tired of redoing the ball shooter. So, we spent today designing a feed mechanism for the ball shooter. Reid came up with an idea to use a ton of servos like centipede legs. These "legs" will carry the balls towards the ball shooter.
Posted on 12/7/2009 6:58:29 PM
Monday Meeting Summary
Michael came today and had some new ideas about modifying the ball shooter. He proposed a design with a gear ratio more centered to the interior. There would also be a NXT motor to stabilize the ball. It was a pretty good idea, but we mounted the ball shooter that we had already. We will make perfections later. When more team members come, we will discuss the idea more.
Posted on 12/5/2009 5:09:39 PM
Saturday Meeting Summary
Today we, once again experienced problems with the sticky. Bent axles need to be replaced and the same is true with some clamps. But, things are looking up for the ball shooter. It is now working at the maximum ability we've ever seen. We are now able to shoot a ball about three feet. Which is great for our strategy of trying to get the outer goal.