I2c board not working, tested motor with 1298 n to be working. We also set up a GitHub account & use motion study to test out the movements of our 3D design to prevent future errors and collision, especially the leg pieces

The ESP32 arrived today, so we tested the servo with it. We also learnt that translational + rotational steering is called differential serve. We flashed raspbian and got pi to boot, and pi 3 is working, but it can only run melodic and not Nordic, hence we are installing pi4 to install Ubuntu 20 for noetic.We hope to control 26gp 555 with the driver and esp32 tomorrow

The 3D print of our revised seed disperser (prototype 2) was collected, however further revision will be required. The design comprises of a long , thin, rod that makes it difficult to print (requires a support) and very fragile due to its plastic material.  We also explored different types of brush and brushless motors, and how we can utilize Arduino in our design. Additionally, we acquired motors of the same model, raspberry pi and started printing the first prototype of the rocker bogie’s legs

The 3D modelling of the seed dispenser was revised from having a total of 5 holes of 3.5cm to a total of 3 holes of 3.5cm to reduce the overall size and weight of the seed disperser.

Some items were also procured (list) and the total weight of the system was lowered from 20kg to 10kg to decrease the strain placed on the support system. Additionally, the use of rocker bogie system in our vehicle was confirmed to disperse the seeds and travel through the expected rocky terrain. We found a suitable motor model for it (36GP 555) and acquired servo motor for the seed dispenser system

We had our first class presentation today were introduced ourselves, share our vision, rough sketch, a Gantt chart and component cost break down. This then allow us to gather feedback from our professors to make our project aim more realistic. Additionally we were able to 3D model and print our first prototype of of the seed disperser. We took inspiration from the gaps happen system to drop our seeds from the vehicle similarly to how toy capsules are dropped. A round base piece filled with holes (5 holes, 3.5cm diameter) collects the seed pod in each hole, rotating it will align its hole with a 2nd piece with a single hole below to allow the seed pod to fall through.