1) Introduction and Background - Group 6

Group Number: Group 6

(Undergraduate)

Team Members: Ishan Gupta, Inyoung Kim, Josué Chicatti

This project aims to create a mechanism that mimics the typical motion and forces a boater would use to row their canoe. Our inspiration is to create a self-rowing boat so the boater can enjoy the activity without strenuous exercise. For our final product, we utilize a 6-bar linkage system connected to an oar and pivot system to create the desired position and velocity motion. The user input includes a potentiometer for speed control and a button to change movement direction.