Week 07/17-22

This week was a much calmer week for me. I did research on linear motors, estimated the necessary force and power needed for propulsion of the bogie, and talked with a potential sponsor for linear motors. Unfortunately, after getting a quote on the cost for linear motors, it was decided that the team should not pursue such technology and focus on rotary motors instead (also, the team has very little experience with such technology, and since they have only two months here, they  would not have enough time). Alxeandre is thinking about charting out the course for his summer work as follows: 1. Assemble a model of the cabin, 2. Make a test power of the cabin with a direct plug, and 3. Make the framework for wayside electrification.