Traffic Light State Machine.

State Machine

This is lab 11 of 12 in the course

by Quanser Inc.

In this lab, students will learn about the state machine system architecture, and apply it to automate a robot arm to follow a set of rules while navigating a map. In LabVIEW, students will tune the system, configure states, and validate system behavior. The lab includes background information regarding state machines and in-lab exercises. Required: Must complete previous labs before starting this lab.

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STUDENT MATERIALS

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SKILLS REQUIRED

Basic LabVIEW familiarity recommended
Matrix level mathematics

Requirements

NI ELVIS II/II+

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LabVIEW

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Quanser QNET Mechatronic Systems Board

The Quanser QNET Mechatronic Systems Add-On Board is NI's most comprehensive solution to teaching mechatronics. This board includes a four-bar linkage system, DC motors, encoders, and a camera for system-level lab challenges on tasks such as vision, image processing, and low-level signal aspects... Learn more

NI ELVIS RIO Control Module

The NI ELVIS RIO Control Module connects to the NI Educational Laboratory Virtual Instrumentation Suite (NI ELVIS) to give students access to the accurate timing and control of FPGA-based, reconfigurable I/O. Students can build mechatronic and power electronic systems while troubleshooting and... Learn more

DETAILED REQUIREMENTS

Required Software

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ELVIS RIO Control Software Bundle (2016 or later) Download Here
- LabVIEW (Requires license)
- LabVIEW Real-Time Module (Requires license)
- LabVIEW FPGA Module (Requires license)
- LabVIEW Control Design and Simulation Module (Requires license)
- LabVIEW Vision Acquisition Software (Requires license)
- LabVIEW Vision Development Module (Requires license)
- LabVIEW ELVIS RIO Control Module Toolkit
NI ELVISmx Driver 16.0 or higher Download here

Required Hardware

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NI ELVIS II or II+
NI ELVIS RIO Control Module
Quanser QNET Mechatronic Systems Add-On Board

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