Attended: Kevin, Nathan, Gordon, Brian

• Obtained LinkedIn and GitHub accounts
• Completed Introduction Readings and Your Interests

• None

• Software setup: EAGLE, Git, Arduino
• Establish leadership roles
• Discuss weather box details
• Discuss Introductions and Goals
• Discuss meeting date changes for week of February 22

Leaders

• Two week rotations between members
• Sequence: Gordon, Kevin, Nathan

Proposal

• Start proposal once details are released, will be completed prior to February 6

Project

• Projected to be completed before Spring Break

Goals

• Develop skills in: programming, hardware design (PCBs and AutoCAD), hardware fabrication (3D printing and soldering), communication, time management, teamwork, and leadership

1. What is a microgrid?

A microgrid is a small scale model of an entire electric system.

2. In reference to renewable energy sources, why is there concern about the stability of the grid?

Renewable energy sources are inconsistent as the grid would have to account for days in which there are excess energy generated and days where there are very little energy produced.

3. Why create a self sufficient sensor network?

Enables capability to monitor the changing weather, be able to forecast future weather patterns, and to determine the best time for energy production.

4. What database does the current weatherbox use?

PostgreSQL and Redhat.

5. What transceiver does the current weatherbox use?

XBee

1. Write a brief reflection on the video - was it interesting? What was interesting? Do you disagree with any of his point? How does it relate to where you are right now?

- The video was interesting as discussed about how having the correct mindset, prioritization and approach are essential parts of becoming successful. In addition, it is important to be prepared working hard towards a clear goal, be open and to always strive and deepen your knowledge. This relates to us as we will continue to learn everything we can, be open to change and to focus on our end goal.

2. Make a list of skills you want to develop in the next semester.

- Soldering, PCB design, mastery of eagle, Arduino programming, hands-on skills, and more software/hardware experience.

3. Make a list of companies that you would want to work for.

- Pearl Harbor, HECO, Google, startups

4. Make a list of careers you would like.

-Software engineer, electrical engineer, web developer, and systems engineer.

• Moving February 22nd meeting to February 24th
• Changes on the SCEL calendar made pertaining to Asteroid

• Finish tutorials for each available software source
• Start completing Training Wiki sheet

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Created by gli on 2016/01/26 00:34.