Meeting Notes

 Date

Dec 13, 2024

 Discussion topics

• TSC grant decision pushed to February 2025.

• Have $50k from Karl, Taft planning to match

• John is working with engineer from del-Tau - don’t want to get quotes until we have defined our pathway forward.

• Two options: PMAC brick or modular programmable option.

• Niv prefers modular, need Phillips input.

• Need to measure servo amps delivered - Coyne to be engaged in this effort.

• What are the necessary initial components: controller, computer, amplifiers, encoders

• Need to discuss encoders.

Action items

 Date

Nov 25, 2024

 Discussion topics

• Need updated bids for controllers and encoders; estimates are $9,000-$13,000 for controller plus $3,000 for software (very necessary); about $5,000 per encoder.

• Desire for redundancy.

• Desire for test bed and spare of motion controller.

• Probably have about $55,000 to get started what can we do for this.

• Flipped cage is costed on the sheet at $120,000. Include focusing and calibration system

• Other items: need to look into service run, remote control of louvres, hand paddle control and integration for engineering purposes.

 Action items

 Decisions

1. Gordon, Logan, Joshua engagement on secondary flip cage design