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Early Concepts
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Design mock up | Description | Pros | Cons |
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| First picture top half: Location of the dash and steering wheelFirst picture bottom half: Dashboard design3rd picture rough sketch for how the turn signal lever might work: The lever protrudes through the plate and can slide up and down the rail. The spring forces the lever up so it can only occupy three positions: raised in the middle slot (no turn), raised on the right slot (right turn) and raised in the left slot (left turn). | Easily sourced parts: All LEDs are the Christmas light-sized ones used on breadboard. There are no shape requirements for the LCDs. The steering wheel grips can be ripped off bicycle handles. The lever can be machined (I think). The wheel may prove troublesome. | Needs 3 screensTurn signal circuits will be difficult to wire up.The LEDs may be too small to be very noticeable |
Layout
There are going to be three areas of the driver compartment that will include driver controls.
The Steering Wheel
Light, simple steering wheel, that will only contain critical switches for the driver (ie turn signals or horn). Ideally the steering wheel in MS12 will be a quick release, though this is not needed.
Dash
The dash is located right behind and above the steering wheel. It will contain an LCD display that will provide the driver with common vehicle data, such as velocity and state of charge (SOC). The dash will also contain another screen (or screens) for displaying the rear of the vehicle.
Center Console
The center console is located between the drive and passenger, and will contain all remaining switches and controls.