Independent Design Project: Rough Draft

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Add title of your project

Title of Project

Your Name

ASCI 531 – Robotics and Control

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide

Date

Abstract Comment by Brent: Here are some reference for writing an abstract (when it comes time for it): http://blog.apastyle.org/apastyle/abstracts/ https://www.dominican.edu/academics/advising/abstract-writing

Describe the purpose of this paper (start with your accepted conceptual overview and adapt to identify key elements, such as purpose, high-level support/observations, and findings from conduct of the research; remember to remove all reference citations and define all acronyms [redefine them in the body of the paper]).

Keywords: Add appropriate keywords here

Introduction Comment by Brent: See the following resource for the general Formatting of a Paper: https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/560/01/

Add into material here. Describe the relevancy and background of this project and how it relates to the field of robotics. Ensure you provide sufficient detail describing why your design is needed (i.e., perceived need) and the operational domain of the system (e.g., land, air, sea, space, etc.). Make sure you support any assertions or identification of “facts” with relevant and credible reference citations. Comment by Brent: Avoid an informal or narrative tone. Instead focus on use of formal tone in academic writing: See the following resources for further advice on writing tone: http://writingcommons.org/stylecc/word-choice/661-use-appropriate-academic-language http://writingcenter.waldenu.edu/1082.htm http://www.grossmont.edu/karl.sherlock/English098/Resources/Academic_Tone.pdf Avoid self-referencing in academic writing (e.g., I, me, myself, etc…) Comment by Brent: Add a supporting citation to every sentence that is not entirely your own observation. It is good practice to use supporting citations as it lends credibility to what you are stating. Add citations throughout document when you state something that is not your own original thought. If you do not cite a source and it is not your original thought it is PLAGIARISM.

Literature Review

Discuss and list different sources and applicability found from your literature review (see Research log entries); breakup into relevant subcategories/subsections, as appropriate. For example: Comment by Terwilliger, Brent A.: Do not just “copy and paste” your research entry material here; distill the concepts down into a clearly connected and logically flowing narrative, paraphrasing materials. Comment by Brent: See the following resource for APA format requirements of headings/subheadings: http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/560/16/

Background

Discuss the background of the issue; expand beyond the brief introduction and problem statement above. Include historical narrative of what has led to and continues to contribute toward the problem; observable effects; perceived results, if left untreated; and further rationale supporting investigation.

Design and Development Processes and Models

Discuss the processes and models available to support this type of design and development activity. Examine and identify recent examples where such methods have been applied (successfully and/or unsuccessfully); discuss strengths, weaknesses, and potential risks associated with the identified methods.

Related Research and Development

Discuss who has engaged in similar research; what were their results/findings; have any innovative or possible useful solutions been proposed; what has limited their success in addressing the problem?

Technological Advancements

Discuss other technological areas with the potential to address the problem; does this technology require adaptation or modification; what are the costs or requirements to use; what is the state of the technology and can it be expected to help address the entire issue or a portion of the greater problem?

Design Overview

Add information relating to an overview of the design here, breakup into relevant subcategories/subsections, as appropriate. Include any relevant design diagrams to communicate your design; all figures should follow their in-text reference, not precede (in-text reference is always required).

[ADD FIGURE HERE, ABOVE CAPTION]

Figure X. Description phrase to be used as title and description. [If not original] Reprinted [or adapted] from Title (page number), by Author first initial. Second initial. Surname, year, place of publication: Publisher. Copyright [Year] by the Name. Comment by Brent: See the following for APA formatting of Figure captions: http://rdc.libguides.com/content.php?pid=51657&sid=2045415

Design Decisions

Add information relating to this sub-topic here, breakup into relevant subcategories/subsections, as appropriate. Clearly identify and discuss why specific subsystems/elements were selected based on background/operational details and needs; compare to alternative components to build a case justifying your recommended solution(s).

Design Limitations

Add information relating to this sub-topic here, breakup into relevant subcategories/subsections, as appropriate. Discuss what the system is capable; what cannot be accomplished; and what actions may be necessary to adapt for other uses/environments/users.

Logic Design

Add information relating to this sub-topic here, breakup into relevant subcategories/subsections, as appropriate. Discuss the higher order design of any user interaction/interface; data capture and processing; and presentation of results or completion of tasking. Detail how the system performs in terms of logically flow; see Logic Data Flow Diagram example in: https://www.lucidchart.com/pages/data-flow-diagram/logical-vs-physical-data-flow-diagram

Conclusion

Add a description that ties together everything you have covered from a high level and discuss any recommendations you have based on your findings and/or experience developing this design. Make sure to include any follow on activities (e.g., research) that should be further pursued, including justifying rationale.

References Comment by Brent: See the following list for APA formatting of required references: https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/560/06/

Add relevant reference citations that support your work, including any assertions or identification of “facts.”

This paper must feature the use of proper APA citations and references; be grammatically-sound and free of spelling errors, follows required formatting rules; and fully addresses the given assignment.