Scoperta

Members Involved

• Jim Akeson jim@discoverscoperta.org
• Mike Hermann mike@discoverscoperta.org
• Dan Damron dan@discoverscoperta.org
• Christine Akeson christine@discoverscoperta.org

Project Scope

Build and maintain a fleet of Robotic frames complete with a variety of props that bolt to the top.

Details

Scoperta is an On-Going project. We have a mixture of new activities and sustainment activities. These include:

• development and refinement of robotic bases (frames/chassis)
• development and refinement of electronic hardware (H-Bridges and circuit packs)
• support for Scoperta public events, which includes supplies and equipment that Scoperta deploys at events.
• storage and use of equipment, tools, spare parts and maintenance supplies; these materials are located under the stairs in Protospace, and are subject to an additional monthly rental fee paid by Scoperta to Protospace.
• periodic maintenance and repairs of Moving Furniture.

Progress thus far

• 5 Robotic Frames have been created
• Custom H-Bridge Electronics have been manufactured
• Custom Remote Control Software
• Custom Wired Control Software
• Multiple props - 3 armchairs, a loveseat, and a coffee table
• Homemade Segway like device

Update: July 17, 2013