Team got to work in the machine shop following the winter break. One of the objectives of the APD group was to create a gimbal testing rig. This will allow the group to operate the drone safely, save money from breaking components during testing, and can be utilized for future drone projects after this semester.
Here, we have a snapshot of the yaw ring that was sent to TCNJ Machinist for review. Shortly after the approval, the 8020 aluminum that the group purchased was then utilized under the water jet.
Here, William is using a tap to thread holes through the newly cut yaw rings. The threaded holes will help connect all the components inside the bearing housing.