This week we have begun manufacturing parts for the robot, having finalised the design. The Chassis and outriggers are now complete (6mm Aluminium sheet), and the entire chassis will be assembled next week once the ball transfer units (like a byro with a 19mm ball) have arrived. Part of the fruit picking apparatus is now also complete, and the rest should be finished next week. It is entirely possible, therefore, that the new robot will be capable of moving itself and picking oranges in next week's meeting, which should be pretty exciting!
