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When we first started our project, we thought about different ways that a robot could pick up a pop can which included picking a can, 1) we thought about using a modified hand like structure, using tightening strings to grip the object; 2) we thought about using a fork lift like structure to lift the can; 2) we thought about using a garbage truck like design, pinching the can onto a small platform and carry it way; and 4) a roller gripper robot to grip the can. Then we summarized our ideas into 3 basic prototypes, the first prototype was to use the garbage truck like idea to squash the can in between the front loaders, the second plan was to use a modified hand to grip the can and the third idea was to use the gripper to catch the can. We decided that we were going to built prototype #3, using a roller gripper to get the cans inside of the robot.


 * [[image:prezi.PNG width="625" height="477" align="center" caption="prototype #3"]] || Procedures..................
 * First step: finish the base of robot, similar to the one of square bot
 * Second step: finish the scoop as draw on the plan (see the plan)
 * Third step: attach the base of square bot to the scoop (see the plan)
 * fourth step: finish the roller grip according to the design (see the plan)
 * Fifth step: attach the roller to the finish bot (see the plan) ||
 * Fifth step: attach the roller to the finish bot (see the plan) ||

After a short discussion, we came to consensus and democratically agreed to work on prototype #3.

Our Daily Break Down of the Job On Our Second Day of Working: We finished the rough draft of our robot, we also finished the basic chassis for our bot.

On Our Third Day of Working: We manage to finished major component of the base of robot, Charles was able to built the major portion of the griper using two servos as the power behind it, while Matthew took some more pictures of our robot that will upload on Monday.

(Easter Break)

On Our fourth Day of Working: We mange to finish the chassis of our robot, and the left side roller grip. We tested our motors, and grip and everything seemed to be working while. The next task that we need to work on is attaching the roller grip to the robot.

On Our Fifth Day of Working: Today we begin the day with acquiring another team member. Today we manage to finish the left gripper.We also changed the servos with motors.

On Our Sixth Day of Working: Today we begin to work on attaching the mechanism. However we only had 20 minutes to work on it before getting called to career education. On Our Seventh Day of Working: Another awesome and productive work day. Today we finished most of our work, we came up with a new design for the battery holder and the brain holder. We also made a break through design for the roller gripper, something that we are very proud of. Today we spent most of our time finishing the building process. We finished the mechanic that holds the motor and brain together and almost finished the attachment for the roller gripper.

On Our Eighth Day of Working: Today we finished the building process of our robot. We came up with several new designs to fix our roller gripper, and front scrape. We modified the roller grip to change the gear racial, at the same time we increased the torque of roller gripe. After a few tests we realized that the space the roller are two far so we added in one extra wheel on each side and we were able to successfully suck in cans and blow them out. We also had the ability to tip the cans to make the process easier. By the end of the day we have successfully tested the roller grip with a few a minor adjustment; everything worked out the way that we hoped. The roller gripe is especially fun and interesting to use and operate.

On Our Ninth Day of Working: Today we successfully tested and finished our project. We also demonstrated the robot.