FAQs

How long is the duration of this project?

This entire project takes place over a course of ten weeks from April 4 to June 6. Though the entirety of the project lasts during the entire course, only six to eight weeks will be used for hands-on construction of the tangible product.

Where did we make our animatronic device?

We used the workspace in the Innovation Studio to work on this project. All the necessary tools and machinery were provided by Drexel University.

What materials are we using?

• Arduino Uno R3
• Breadboard
• Servomotors
• Solenoid
• Piston (Customized)
• Rails
• Wiring and Basic Electronic Components
• Single LEDs
• Small Speakers
• Scrap Wood
• Cardboard
• PVC Pipes
• Screws, bolts, and nuts
• Premade Mask
• Gown
• Fabric for Nun Habit
• Foam

What is our budget?

As freshmen students in college, we do not have a lot of money allotted for professional development. As a compromise between our financial situation and this project's circumstances, each member pitches in about $25 to $30 into the project. Our total budget is about $150 to $180. If this budget is not enough, the required amount of money will be equally divided among us to make up the cost.

What is the model of our motors?

The piston is a customized order, so you would have to contact Morgan Sharinn for further details. The servomotors are the ones provided by the Innovation Studio.

What are the parameters of this project?

You can go check the details in the Project Overview.

I love your idea! How do I emulate your design?

Follow the weekly updates for the general idea and thought process of our project. Once this project has been completed, the tutorial page will be completed with some helpful resources to get you started. Visit the Tutorial page after the week of June 10 for the completed tutorial.

I have more questions! Where can I ask it?

Leave your question on this page as a comment and we will answer it as soon as possible!