College - Author 1

College of Engineering

Department - Author 1

Mechanical Engineering Department

Degree Name - Author 1

BS in Mechanical Engineering

College - Author 2

College of Engineering

Department - Author 2

Mechanical Engineering Department

Degree - Author 2

BS in Mechanical Engineering

College - Author 3

College of Engineering

Department - Author 3

Mechanical Engineering Department

Degree - Author 3

BS in Mechanical Engineering

College - Author 4

College of Engineering

Department - Author 4

Mechanical Engineering Department

Degree - Author 4

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Date

6-2023

Primary Advisor

Eltahry Elghandour, College of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Department

Abstract/Summary

This report describes the design, manufacturing, and design verification of an interactive animatronic monarch butterfly created by a team of mechanical and computer engineering students for the Girl Scouts of California's Central Coast. The purpose of the project is to engage Girl Scouts in learning about monarch butterflies and provide hands-on experience in robotics and STEM. The report covers design changes, manufacturing processes, and assembly of various components, including the butterfly body, wings, legs, and electronic housing. The software and electronics used in the project are also briefly discussed, as the computer engineering team was responsible for the software and electronics. Design verification was conducted through computerized simulations and physical testing, ensuring that the specifications were met. Finally, next steps, future testing, and goals for the next team that takes over this project are outlined.

ME_2023_F103_PROJECT_VIDEO.mp4 (27318 kB)
Project Video

ME_2023_F103_POSTER.pdf (1346 kB)
Project Poster

ME_2023_F103_SOW.pdf (890 kB)
Scope of Work

ME_2023_F103_PDR.pdf (998 kB)
Preliminary Design Review

ME_2023_F103_CDR.pdf (1658 kB)
Critical Design Review

M3_2023_F103_DRAWINGS.zip (2181 kB)
Drawing Package

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