Self Contained Egg Moving Device

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the design and construction of a self-contained egg moving device for a physics project. Participants explore various ideas for propulsion, lifting mechanisms, and the potential use of electronics in the device.

Discussion Character

  • Homework-related, Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant is brainstorming ideas for a device that must move a specified distance, pick up an egg, and drop it off at a height, expressing a preference for using a pulley and falling mass for propulsion.
  • Another participant suggests the possibility of using a battery-powered microcontroller-based mobile robot, indicating a potential direction for the project.
  • A later reply questions whether the device needs to have any degree of autonomy, introducing considerations about the level of control required for the device.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants have not reached a consensus on the specific design or mechanisms to be used, and multiple competing ideas are presented without resolution.

Contextual Notes

There are limitations regarding the use of electronics, as the professor has specified they must be used "properly," though no further details are provided. The discussion also lacks clarity on the requirements for autonomy in the device.

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Homework Statement


I have a project for physics that requires me to construct a self-contained egg moving device. It must move itself 0.5m, then pick up an egg (in an egg cup holder), then move another meter and drop the egg off onto a platform 1.0m high, then continue moving after dropping it off.

Homework Equations


I don't actually HAVE to use any equations, I just have to build the device and explain it.

The Attempt at a Solution


I am still in the brain storming stage, and am just looking for helpful ideas before making a decision on what I'm going to build. For propulsion I'll probably just use some type of pulley and falling mass concept, if anyone has any unique suggestions, that would be cool. My main concern is taking the egg from the floor to the height of the platform. My professor said we are allowed to use electronics but they must be used "properly", with no further details. Any ideas would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks for taking the time to try and help.
 
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Sounds like a robot type competition. Are you able to use a battery-powered microcontroller (uC) based mobile robot?
 
I should be able to. I don't know how to use one though.
 
Does the device need to possesses any degree of autonomy?
 

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