Project Updates
Oct 6, 2025 — Oct 13, 2025
- Identified 3 possible approaches for the ICON vehicle body
- After comparing pros/cons, we decided to move forward with designing our own chassis.
- Also began developing a materials/parts list.
Oct 13, 2025 — Oct 20, 2025
- For hardware, we decided to move forward using Raspberry Pi Cameras.
- Next steps are to design a chassis and finalize the part list.
- Split project into two aspects; hardware and software.
Oct 20, 2025 — Oct 27, 2025
- Received Raspberry Pi 5 main controller
- Remote access and initial configuration complete for Raspberry Pi
- Began designing out a solid model for the car shape.
- Researched into stereo depth mapping for obstacle distance.
- Also began research into collision avoidance by using side cameras.
Oct 27, 2025 — Nov 3, 2025
- Created initial project structure
- Built initial decision arbiter logic
- Created test suite for decision making
Nov 3, 2025 — Nov 10, 2025
- Completed project website structure
- Rebranding and name change from ICON to AIM
- Refactored design to incorporate stereo-vision and multiple cameras
- Created a prototype solid model with plans to start printing some aspects for fit checks with hardware.
Nov 10, 2025 — Nov 17, 2025
- Testing of mecanum wheels for planned prototype steering mechanism
- Successful stereo-vision proof-of-concept achieved
- Placed order for parts required for assembly
Nov 17, 2025 — Nov 24, 2025
- Completed decision arbiter logic for prototype demonstration
- Classification and Intelligent Response (CAIR) classifier implemented
- Stream 1 for depth and stream 3 for classification successfully merged into decision arbiter logic
Nov 24, 2025 - Dec 1, 2025
- Project website updated to include all members
- Completed Solidworks CAD design for car frame
Dec 1, 2025 - Dec 8, 2025
- 3D-printed prototype for camera mount
- Presented object classification model using simulated dataset
- Event-triggered classification lowered CPU usage from 90% -> 18 %
Dec 29, 2025 - Jan 5, 2025
- Rearranged meeting schedule and coordinated team members
- Established expected semester timeline
Jan 26, 2025 - Feb 2, 2025
- Received prototyping breadboards and cables
- Began preparation for submitting up-to-date report for CAIR symposium showcase
Feb 2, 2025 - Jan 9, 2025
- Received most of BOM including motors, motor drivers, and wheels
- Successful testing of camera connection and operation
Feb 9, 2025 - Feb 16, 2025
- Completed research paper on localization techniques
- Redesign of CAD model to account for smaller physical wheel size
- Presented current progress, parts arrival, and research to CAIR organization
Feb 16, 2025 - Feb 23, 2025
- The team has received all necessary parts to begin motor testing and wiring assembly. The datasheet has been reviewed to ensure proper wiring procedures are followed, and the solid model will likely require updates once the wiring is finalized. Arie has taken the Raspberry Pi and cameras home to establish a working connection and build a deeper understanding of the system. Additionally, Raspberry Pi Connect has been configured, allowing all team members to remotely access the Pi regardless of physical possession — enabling each member to conduct their own research and interface with the system as needed.
Feb 23, 2025 - Mar 2, 2025
- The team now has a solid understanding of the motor driver and is preparing to rewire it properly.
- Once rewiring is complete, the motors will be tested using an Arduino Uno to verify proper functionality before integrating with the Raspberry Pi.
- After successful testing, the focus will shift to determining the correct connection method to the Raspberry Pi and finalizing the signal output to the motors.
- Once the electrical and control systems are finalized, the 3D model will be updated and reprinted
- Arie is currently integrating a camera system to capture video footage and images for training the model
- The team has submitted applications to all research symposiums, including the Honors Symposium.