2011:Controls 1.23

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Attendance

Start time: 11AM

End time:

Members present: Crystal, Eric, Gafei, J.P

Members Attending Next Meeting:

Tasks Completed

  • we devised the control layout in the inventor program composed of three seperate sections:
  • the primary controls, two logitech joysticks on the left hand section, the classmate in the middle section, and the three indicator buttons and joystick, and throttle for the secondary controls on the right hand section
  • Hinges connecting the two sections


the conrtrols look something like this... maybe?

Three section board.jpg

Tasks In Progress

  • task - creating a working program (designed specifally for the game: information feed, functions) for the classmate computer 
    • sub-task
    • sub-task
  • task -

Tasks to Complete

  • we need to construct a functional prototype for the control interface before constructing the actual controls 
  • awaiting arrival of ordered materials
  •  figure out eletrical connections and boards for internal section of controls
  • type of metal used for the control board
  • Determine how to layout holes and drills on the board to interface to the joysticks and etc

Materials Needed

  • Joysticks, throttle, buttons, USB port, hinges