Lab Drone Development and Testing
Conducted by Dr. Charles Blue
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This test consists of designing and developing an Assistant Lab Drone (A.L.D. for short) to function as an aide for researchers within the laboratory. This would be, but not limited to; Menial logistic work (such as moving containers, vials, and other objects around), temporary material sample storage (very limited in amount due to size, and would not be able to contain extremely destructive materials), act as an audio recorder, and basic calculations/analysis functions.
[Hypothesis]
The Drone will ideally turn on, and be able to perform its basic, but primary functions. I will say it's safe to predict that construction of the A.L.D. will come across a few hitches as it is somewhat of a complex construct to say the least.
[Equipment]
- Several instances of Low-density steel plating/casings
- 1 soldering rod
- 1 microcomputer
- 1 motherboard
- 3 spools of wiring
- 2 Welding Masks
- 1 bolt gun
- 1 camera
- 4 small motors
- 1 small speaker
- A dozen sensors
- A dozen bolts
- A dozen servos
- Insulation materials
- 2 pairs of electrical gloves
[Personnel]
Security: Medical Corporal Grimm Brooks, GENSEC Lance-Corporal Apothecary Witchings
Material Gathering: Medical Corporal Grimm Brooks, GENSEC Lance-Corporal Apothecary Witchings
Test Aide: Assistant Researcher Dr. Johnston Wayfyild
Observers: N/A
[Results]
{AUDIO RECORDING START}
" ...*Shuffling of papers* Alrighty, that looks good. Good evening to all those tuning in, this is Dr. Charles Blue, and I hope your day is going splendidly...unless you are unauthorized to read this file. Then I hope it's going horribly. Introductions aside, this audio recording is being documented at approximately 11:45pm, on 2/19/2023.
The results of this test proved to be extremely worthwhile. Constructing the Drone of course wouldn't have been possible, if it wasn't for the diligent help of Dr. Wayfyild. Even learned a few new things from the 'Youtube' that I have heard so much about thanks to his aide. The A.L.D. proved to be fully functional after completion, and was able to fly around the lab a bit on its own. I think this is the start of something truly wonderous. Dr. Blue signing off."
{AUDIO END}
[Images]
(Dr. Blue can be seen on the right, with Dr. Wayfyild on the left alongside the A.L.D. - Photo credit to Dr. Wayfyild)
[Additional]
Further troubleshooting regarding some of A.L.D.'s functions will need to be conducted throughout its use, as it is currently in a prototype phase. I have also been informed that I am to be designated as the drone's caretaker, and as such all usage will require my presence.
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