This project aimed to improve how Florida Power & Light closes fuse switches for safety. When something touches the power line or too much current is flowing through the lines, a fuse will pop open to stop the flow of electricity down the line. To close these switches, linesman first ensures safe conditions and use a stick that can extend up to 40 feet to grab the burnt fuse and replace it with a new one. 

As global energy demands escalate and non-renewable resources dwindle, we must explore sustainable alternatives. Renewable energy—notably wind and solar power—emerges as a pivotal solution for future energy needs. We integrated these resources into a cohesive system capable of generating power during periods of low solar or wind activity. 

For the IEEE SoutheastCon 2024 Hardware Competition, we designed a robot that could overcome obstacles including transporting supply boxes to designated areas, climbing hills and traversing a gap. To ensure optimal performance, we selected a robotic base that aligned seamlessly with the project requirements. 

The purpose of this project is to design a robot for the IEEE SoutheastCon 2024 hardware competition. In this competition, the robot must be able to pick up blocks and move them. The robot must also be able to pass over a 7-inch gap and press a button, performing these tasks quickly and without any outside control. One important strategy we used was optimization.