Autonomous Boat Week 3 Update

It’s week 3 of Spring Quarter and we are preparing the boat for a launch by the end of June. We have everyone working on their own respective parts and the categories below best summarize the overall group’s effort.

The photo shows Creaform scanning the hull of that boat that will help us create a complete Solidworks model for our design.

Mechanical Assembly

-The powertrain is complete but needs to be reassembled

-Mount throttle actuator control (used to kill the engine if necessary).

Solidworks

-Completion of the full CAD by the end of Week 4

Rudder Assembly

-Rebuilding rudder system

-Mounting actuator in the boat

Control Systems

-Waiting for electronics to be installed by the end of week 3 in order to start testing autonomy

Energy Storage & Consumption

-Exploring custom fuel bladder options

-Making sure connection between fuel tank and fuel line is waterproofed

Design and Research / Other

-Continued investigation into possible sponsorships and outreach opportunities

-Partnership with Creaform to provide exposure for their company