Since this is a self-contained platform, I mounted the COM2 port to the back of the tank so I can rlogin to the MZ104 and modify programming.



I'm using a 200MB laptop hard drive for extra storage. The 2 1/2" drive to IDE connector has a 5V power connector. I am getting 5V regulated power from the BrainStem.



The BrainStem is mounted in the chassis between the battery compartment and the servos.



The hard drive is mounted on top of the battery compartment.



The MZ104 is mounted over the Hard Drive and BrainStem using standoffs fastened to the deck of the tank.



The IR sensors to avoid walls are mounted on the deck of the tank forward of the MZ104 mounts. The flame sensor is mounted on the top front of the tank over the Polaroid sonar transducer.



A small motor with a propeller will be mounted on the front left side to extinguish the candle flame during the Trinity Fire Fighting competition.



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