EGGBOT PROJECT PROPOSAL EGGBOT PROJECT PROPOSAL 3 EggBot Project Proposal Name: Institution: Introduction The EggBot machine is a grand innovation that links the world of science with creation of artistic work. This machine is unique in its design and it adjusts in order to imprint any kind of art work design on surfaces that are presumably difficult to draw on. This state of the art machine allows the personalization of ornaments for special holidays and occasions such as Christmas or just gift items to which can be given to friends, family or even for corporate. Some of the items the machine can print on include eggs, mini pumpkins, wine glasses and even light bulbs. The EggBot is defined as an easy-to-use and compact robot machine that imprints open-source art drawings on egg-shaped or spherical objects (Evil Mad Scientist Laboratories 2014). According to the YouTube video, the performance of the EggBot project is shaky and slow. The shakiness of the EggBot project may be attributed to the poor design and assembly and the slow performance rate may be attributed to the programming software used. The shaky and slow nature of the project has reduced the performance efficiency of the robot machine to a reduced rate that implies the quality and design of the imprinted drawing. However, the project can be improved through creating a solid design that is assembled with accuracy and precision to achieve efficiency and performance (Glasswalker, 2012). The program itself can also be improved by employing a printable circuit board (PCB) that works efficiently with the potentiometer in order to regulate the amount of voltage supplied to the robot. Due to the large number of PCB connection wires, it is necessary that each step of connecting the wires in place is diligently and precisely followed ensuring each connection is accurately done. The Arduino code can also be revamped with new and improved codes, which will change the speed performance rate by enhancing the speed of the robot and also print filled objects (Evil Mad Scientist Laboratories 2014). Organization of the study This proposal includes about five chapters. Chapter one will introduce the project proposal by giving a small description of the project, stating the project problems and identifying the solutions to the problem. Chapter two will identify the background behind the project problem by identifying the problem history, the relevance of the problem, the occurrence and reason behind the particular problem, whether the problem has been solved and what has been achieved, whether the problems has solutions that solve it or similar systems that do not have the said problem and finally, the possible improvements that can be done to solve the problem. Chapter three will summarize what the intended project proposal achievement. Chapter four will look at the elements and scope of the project by breaking it down into the procedure required to actualize the project and the requi ...

1. EGGBOT PROJECT PROPOSAL
EGGBOT PROJECT PROPOSAL 3
EggBot Project Proposal
Name:
Institution:
Introduction
The EggBot machine is a grand innovation that links the world
of science with creation of artistic work. This machine is
unique in its design and it adjusts in order to imprint any kind
of art work design on surfaces that are presumably difficult to
draw on. This state of the art machine allows the
personalization of ornaments for special holidays and occasions
such as Christmas or just gift items to which can be given to
friends, family or even for corporate. Some of the items the
machine can print on include eggs, mini pumpkins, wine glasses
and even light bulbs. The EggBot is defined as an easy-to-use
and compact robot machine that imprints open-source art
drawings on egg-shaped or spherical objects (Evil Mad Scientist
Laboratories 2014). According to the YouTube video, the
performance of the EggBot project is shaky and slow. The
shakiness of the EggBot project may be attributed to the poor
design and assembly and the slow performance rate may be
attributed to the programming software used. The shaky and
slow nature of the project has reduced the performance
efficiency of the robot machine to a reduced rate that implies
the quality and design of the imprinted drawing. However, the

2. project can be improved through creating a solid design that is
assembled with accuracy and precision to achieve efficiency and
performance (Glasswalker, 2012). The program itself can also
be improved by employing a printable circuit board (PCB) that
works efficiently with the potentiometer in order to regulate the
amount of voltage supplied to the robot. Due to the large
number of PCB connection wires, it is necessary that each step
of connecting the wires in place is diligently and precisely
followed ensuring each connection is accurately done. The
Arduino code can also be revamped with new and improved
codes, which will change the speed performance rate by
enhancing the speed of the robot and also print filled objects
(Evil Mad Scientist Laboratories 2014).
Organization of the study
This proposal includes about five chapters. Chapter one will
introduce the project proposal by giving a small description of
the project, stating the project problems and identifying the
solutions to the problem. Chapter two will identify the
background behind the project problem by identifying the
problem history, the relevance of the problem, the occurrence
and reason behind the particular problem, whether the problem
has been solved and what has been achieved, whether the
problems has solutions that solve it or similar systems that do
not have the said problem and finally, the possible
improvements that can be done to solve the problem. Chapter
three will summarize what the intended project proposal
achievement. Chapter four will look at the elements and scope
of the project by breaking it down into the procedure required to
actualize the project and the required tools of engagement. This
chapter will also discuss the challenges and issues to be faced
during implementation of the project such as the type of skills
and equipment needed. The deliverables will also be discussed
such as the project report, prototype, program and model
describing the products of the project in detail. This chapter
will emphasize the intended contributions of the project,

3. timeline and budget. Finally, the last chapter that is chapter five
will discuss the concluding summary of the entire project
proposal.
References
Website
Evil Mad Scientist Laboratories (2014). The original EggBot:
What is an EggBot? Retrieved September 17th, 2016 from
http://egg-bot.com/
Glasswalker, (2012). Revised Fully Printable Eggbot. Retrieved
September 17th, 2016 from
http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:20398
Romano, Z. (2015). Create the DIY version of Egg-bot running
on Arduino. Retrieved September 17th, 2016 from
https://blog.arduino.cc/2015/04/27/create-the-diy-version-of-
egg-bot/
The EggBot project, according to the YouTube video from the
reference, it is slow and shaky. We assume it was poorly
designed so it ended up with shakiness. In addition, we think
the slowness is a result of the programing.
Starting with this design, our idea is to create a solid design
first and try to make it more accurate and nicely looked.
However, we are thinking of using the same circuit and program
that listed in the reference and see how it works. Then, we will
see how to improve the efficiency of the program.
References:
http://jjrobots.com/sphere-o-bot-assembly-and-user-guide/

4. http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Arduino-controlled-Egg-
Bot/
http://www.instructables.com/id/3D-Printed-Arduino-
Controlled-EggbotSpherepot/
The Reference:
http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Arduino-controlled-Egg-
Bot/

5. Project Title
Project Proposal

6. Date
Proposal Writing and Format
General Format
The proposal is a relatively short document; thus, it will not be
bound but will be stapled in the upper left corner. The cover
will be the title page that is shown prior to this page.
Margins
Since the proposal will be stapled, rather than bound, use a one-
inch margin at left, bottom and right. The first page of text
should have a two-inch margin at the top. Use a one-inch top
margin on all succeeding pages.

7. Text
Use a 12-point font for the text. Times New Roman (an example
is the title page), Calibri (an example is the body of this
document), or a similar font is suitable. It should be reasonably
plain and easy to read. The body of the text should be single-
spaced, with double spacing between sections of the body and
between paragraphs within a section.
This paragraph is an example of a second paragraph within a
heading in the body of the report.
Page Numbering
Preface pages are numbered with lower-case Roman numerals (i,
ii, etc.), while the body of the text is numbered with Arabic
numerals (1, 2, etc.). The first preface page (the title page in
this case) should bear no page number. The body of the text
should begin with “1” and all succeeding pages should be
numbered consecutively to the end. Page numbers should be
placed at the bottom center or bottom right.
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Page Breaks
A header or a single line of text is never left at the bottom of a
page. A header must have some text with it, and the last
paragraph on the page must always be at least two lines of text.

8. Figures and Tables
All figures and tables must bear an identification number and a
title (e.g., Figure 1: 1936 Stout Scarab). The title of a figure is
placed beneath the figure, while the title of a table is placed
above the table. The figure or table should be placed in the
report as soon as possible after its reference. An example of a
streamlined vehicle is the 1936 Stout Scarab, which is shown in
Figure 1.

9. Figure 1: 1936 Stout Scarab
Any figure or table included in the report must be referenced in
the text of the report.
In the early to mid-60s, Detroit began to produce personal
luxury vehicles, along the lines of the full-size Thunderbird.
Pontiac’s entry into this field was the Grand Prix which was
introduced in
1962 as a two-door hardtop (see Figure 2).
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10. Figure 2: 1962 Pontiac Grand Prix
The Grand Prix was offered for the first and only time as a
convertible in 1967. This model is shown in Figure 3. The
productions numbers for the convertible were fairly low (see
Table 1), making this a relatively rare car today.
Table 1: Production Numbers for 1967 Pontiac Grand Prix
1967 Pontiac Grand Prix
Body Style
Production Number
Coupe
37,125
Convertible

11. 5,856
Total
42,981
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12. Figure 3: 1967 Pontiac Grand Prix Convertible
Grammar and Spelling
The report is to be written in third person, thereby avoiding the
use of “I” and “we”. Be sure to use available spelling and
grammar checking features of the chosen software package to
help eliminate errors. When done, be sure to proof read the
entire report, as the grammar and spelling checkers will not
catch all possible errors.

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Proposal Outline
The following is an outline for text of a project proposal. The
recommended lengths of sections are given assuming a
document length of approximately six pages. Note that all
questions for a section may not apply to your proposal, and
should be used as a general guide only.
Introduction (1 or 2 paragraphs)o Motivation Sentence
o Summarize the problem (1 or 2 sentences) o Summarize the
solution (1 or 2 sentences)
o Describe format of rest of proposal (sections, etc.)
Background (1 to 3 paragraphs)
o What is the history of the problem? o Why is this problem
interesting?
o When and why does the problem occur?
o Is the problem already solved? What is done now?
Are there any similar systems or solutions to the one that is
proposed? If so, reference and very briefly explain them. Are
there are possible improvements to current solutions?

14. Project Summary (1 paragraph)What in general will this project
achieve? (Do not delve into details or timelines.)
Project Details
Project Scope and Elements (2-3 paragraphs + figures)
Describe the overall project and then break it down into the
steps or elements necessary to bring the project to fruition.
Diagrams and figures are useful here, if appropriate.
What software, hardware, or tools will be used?
Implementation Issues and Challenges (2-3 paragraphs)
What will be the most difficult issues and challenges in the
implementation?
Will any special facilities or equipment be needed in the
execution of the project?
Where will the project be constructed?
Will any unique skills be required?
Deliverables (3-5 paragraphs - point-form may be used for some
of thedescription)
What will the project produce? (prototype, model, program,
report, etc.)
Describe in relative detail the features of each of the project's
products.
You may wish to separate deliverables into phases and indicate
optional components given time.
Emphasize what your project contributes or achieves!
Timeline (1 paragraph - point-form is suitable)Provide an
estimated timeline of project deliverables and important dates.
Gantt Chart
Budget (1 paragraph + list/table)What will be the cost to
execute the project?
What is the source of funding for the project?
Are there outside sources of funding?
Conclusion (1 paragraph)
Summarize the project including the problem, motivation, and

15. proposed solution, and re-state important (planned)
contributions.
References
List references used to compile proposal and references that
will be used for project (if already known).