S2'2012 FYP 2 -Week 5

For this week, the mechanical part can't being done because the prospect that I order is not complete yet. For the Hydraulic section, I still work with it. There is some problem because my output needs to charge 12 volt battery. The problem is the output of my motor is not stable. 

Below is the sketch of hydro section that still in progress;

S2'2012 FYP 2 -Week 4

The circuits also have been uploading by a basic program and the results are good because all the LED and relay are functioning well.

Below is the wire that uses to make connection between LCD and main board. The wire need to install pin before it can connect  to LCD.

S2'2012 FYP 2 -Week 3

The electronics part and LCD are completed.

Below is the completed circuit;

S2'2012 FYP 2 -Week 2

Continuing work by installing all the electronic components and solder. I designed the circuit due to double layer, it should be at the top and bottom solder so that both parts work well. LCD purchased online reached on 10 august.

S2' 2012 FYP 2 -Week 1

In this new semester, I will continue the second FYP. I have a rough outline of work for public viewing on what I've done to complete this project

Stage 1

     a.            Brainstorming - DONE

    b.            Research - DONE

   c.            Feasibility Study - DONE

Stage 2

    a.            Proposal Preparation -DONE

    b.            Proposal Presentation- DONE

Stage 3

a.              Mechanical Construction – PENDING

b.              Electronic Installation- DONE

c.              Programming-IN PROGRESS

Semester Break (construction Circuit)

While in semester 6, I have taken the subject semiconductor 1. At that time, I have learned about making a theoretical circuit. For Final Year Project I need to do practically make circuit boards.

1) To make a circuit board, at first I need to design the circuit. I'm using Proteus software because it is easy to use. Below is the result of my designs after been printed on transparent paper.

2) The transparent paper will be affixed to the PCB to make the process of UV rays.

3) By using special instruments for UV rays, paper and PCBs are already affixed neatly arranged above the emitted radiation. This process takes 90 seconds to complete.

 throughout this process runs, the PCB should be closed to prevent leakage of UV rays that can damage the circuit design.

4) PCB added to the liquid solution ferric Chloride (FeCl3) for etching process. FeCl3 powder mixed with warm water and mix depending on how fast the circuit to be completed. Silica layer PCB soaked up entirely detached and removed and washed with clean water.

5) After the PCB will be included in a special liquid developer. Developers will remove the silicon oxide (carbon) and the circuit design will be seen clearly. Then PCB rinsed with clean water.

Below the circuit was completed etching and foot hole drilled;

a. Top view of PCB

b. Back view of PCB

Semester Break

During this semester break, my target is to construct my finale year project circuit. For that I have to go to Pudu Road to buy electronics component such PIC16F877A, resistor, relay and etc.

Below is my component electronic receipt. I need to keep it as proof of purchaser for claim process later.

Week 13

This is study week before finale examination. The thing that need to complete is submission the progress report.

Week 12

Time management and task distribution among group members will be very important for this project. Major task will be list as below and allocate in a Gantt chart so it will be easy to understand. Below is the list of major task that will be done accordingly to build the Project.    

Stage 1

       I.            Brainstorming

    II.            Research

 III.            Feasibility Study

Stage 2

       I.            Proposal Preparation

    II.            Proposal Presentation

Stage 3

       I.            Project Implementation

    II.            Mechanical Construction

 III.            Electrical Installation

 IV.            Software Development

    V.            Instrument Wiring

 VI.            Troubleshooting

VII.            Final Presentation & Documentation