Capstone Design Document (pdf) - Capstone Experience

• Velcroo Pros: Universal, Inexpensiveo Cons: Aesthetics• Bracketo Pros: Durabilityo Cons: ExpensiveThe suction cup mounting was chosen because it is already in use by PainlessPerformance and is a universal mount for all types of vehicles. This will simply suction to thewindshield of the vehicle and hold the module at a good viewing angle.Temperature:• Fan Cooledo Pros: Constant temperatureo Cons: Expensive, Power consumption• Heat Resistive Componentso Pros: Withstand temperature rangeo Cons: Added cost of components• Narrow the Temperature Range of User Operationo Pros: No added costo Cons: Will not work in all environmentsHeat resistive components were chosen because of cost and simplicity. With componentsthat can withstand high temperatures, no added circuitry will need to be added to reduce the heatof the module.Page 8Capstone Design Document February 1, 2007