University of Houston Capstone Team 6 - Blog 8
University of Houston Capstone Team 6 - Blog 8 During the work period of 3/23/24 to 4/13/24, Seal Team 6 made significant progress on the PSTD project. The team focused on troubleshooting the PSTD, addressing issues with the load cell, transmitter, heating band, and PID controller capabilities. Specifically: - Adjusted the voltage on the load cell and transmitter to optimize performance. - Replace the type K thermocouple to resolve the inaccurate readings from the heating band temperatures. - Re-routed wires for the PID controller and relay to stabilize the system, preventing the relay from intermittently turning on and off when the power source was to one outlet, which caused erratic output readings. Additionally, the team enhanced the system's appearance and functionality by adding electrical wiring to connect the whole device to one main power source, creating a more integrated and cohesive system. The initial power source from the wall outlet, of 120VAC, is converted