Specifications

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At the conclusion of this project several components will be returned. The
microcontroller will remain the property of USQ. The windscreen wiper motors will be
beyond repair but may be reused in other applications. Wheels and other mechanical
components will be returned to the workshop. The electronic components will be kept
for other applications where sensors etc can be used.
3.4 Methodology
The following project goals were created in chapter one and are re-listed in
methodology so as to set the basis for the structure of this dissertation. The project
work outlined in this dissertation is based entirely around this methodology.
By pursuing the following goals the project objective should be reached satisfactorily
and efficiently.
1. Define a guideline to assess the performance of the robot to the specifications of
the project objective.
2. Build a prototype that is practical to the objective
3. Research the background behind obstacle avoidance and other attempts to
achieve similar tasks.
4. Research microcontrollers and sensors to acquire the most practical
configuration as to meet the objective.
5. Define an initial design of the configuration and code to be implemented.
6. Construct initial design
7. Test and analyse the results in accordance to the performance guidelines.
8. Re evaluate the design as required to achieve the project objective.
As time permits
o Define a new performance guideline for the practical task completion
o Research more methodology if required
o Re design and construct the robot to achieve the new objective.
o Test and analyse the results in accordance to the new performance guidelines
o Evaluate and change the design as required to achieve new objectives.