Element E: APPLICATION OF STEM PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES
STEM PRINCIPLE 1: Engineering
- Electric Circuit and Electric Components: Our device is based on the Arduino UNO board connected to the NEO M8U module and antenna.
- Engineering tools: In our design and test process we have used Engineering Notebooks, a Gantt Chart, Decision Matrices, Technical Drawings, and other helpful tools and things associated with engineering projects.
STEM PRINCIPLE 2: Technology
- Application Programming: As part of our solution, we will create a mobile application capable of receiving information from our device (Arduino UNO) and saving data on the server. This requires serious app coding skills and knowledge.
- Bluetooth Connection: When close to the mobile device with our application, the device will use Bluetooth to send its current position to the mobile application.
- OnShape: We have used OnShape, an online computer-aided design software system, to design our device.
STEM PRINCIPLE 3: Math
- Formulas for Location Calculation: In our device, we will use the Untethered Dead Reckoning System (UDR), which determines the current position by combining previously determined positional data with speed and heading. We also plan to implement a similar system in our mobile application.
- Formulas for Path Planning: Based on the last known location of the car (which is located inside the user's car) and current user location (aka location of the mobile device), we will calculate the path between these two points, as well as approximate distance, elevation, and absolute location.
POSSIBLE EQUIPMENT AND SOFTWARE NEEDED
