The Tail-Gate Information System Team: Paul and David Wickert Sponsor: Colorado AAA Advisor: Dr. Mark Wickert

Overview The purpose of the tail-gate information system Requirements and stretch goals System block diagram Task breakdown Project schedule Budget Summary

Purpose Drivers that tail-gate are a danger to all of us The proposed system will allow the driver in front (the victim) to display simple informative messages for the tail-gater to read The messages will be informative to alert the driver of dangerous actions and how to correct them

System Concept Message Display Tail-Gate Driver Kind Words Feedback To Driver Data Entry Console for Driver Too Close!!

Requirements System must operate on 12v automotive supply Rear display must not obstruct drivers view Messaging interface must be voice operated to minimize distractions to the driver … Stretch Goals Cell phone interface for State Patrol and E911 alerting via voice control

System Block Diagram Display Panel Operator Console Catalog of Responses Display Computer

Description of Major Tasks Design Task 1 will consist of … Subtask a Subtask b Design Task 2 will consist of … Subtask a Subtask b

Project Schedule Research Design Task 1 Design Task 2 Design Task 3 Integrate 1 & 2 Integrate 1, 2, & 3 Final Test 9/6 9/13 12/10 9/20 12/6 D. WickertP. Wickert 10/22 Presentations =

Budget Item 1$25.00 Item 2$15.00 Item 3$5.00 Item 4$50.00 Item 5 (donation)$5, Total$5, Total with donations$95.00

Summary We have proposed the Tail-Gate Information System as an innovative system for improving driving safety and peace of mind among concerned drivers The design and implementation plan has a reasonable schedule with subtasks Task 1 Task 2 Task 3