Specifications

Performance guideline three:

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“Decide” which way is more practical to turn and do so.

The robot follows a strict simple decision making process in turning operations. This

operation is detailed in the code section of this dissertation. If there is not room for the

robot to turn in any one direction, the robot will not attempt the turn and reverse until a

clear path is found. This process ensures that the third performance guideline is met

satisfactorily.

Performance guideline four:

• Continue on its path in a straight line.

Similarly to performance guideline one, the robot will continue on a straight path after

any turn or reverse decision. The Mobile Manoeuvring Robot adheres to this

performance guideline.

Time permitting:

Due to time constraints and early issues with hardware design, the time permitting

objectives were not completed. This however, does not hinder the specified

performance of the robot.

5.5 Conclusions

While several aspects of the Mobile Manoeuvring Robot have ample room for

improvement and extension, the overall success of its performance is noteworthy. The

robot adheres to all of the performance guidelines set out in initial project specifications

and performs satisfactorily. Many aspects need improvement such as the purpose for

this technology (e.g. object retrieval) and restructuring the chassis, however this is not

encompassed within the project definition or requirements. The robot performs as such

that it can move throughout an indoor environment whilst avoiding obstacles. This is

the overall project specification and so must be recognised as a success.