Meeting #2 Minutes

Date of Meeting: February 11th, 2014
Time of Meeting: 3:00pm
Place of Meeting: Library
Members in Attendance: Brilzen Varghese, Dave Zhang, Jose Giron, Mike Anastasakis, Navin Rao
End of Meeting: 3:22pm
Secretary: Navin Rao

Agenda:

• To finalize the project idea.

Discussion:

• Everyone looked at the Introduction videos of how to use the Kinect sensor via the link posted in the Team 6 Team Discussion form on Angel. We discussed the feasibility of the three project ideas, presented during the previous meeting, after learning about how the sensor works.


• Brilzen and I, Navin Rao, both have Kinect sensors. Brilzen has the Kinect for Xbox and I have the Kinect for Windows. We will use them at home to learn more about the sensor.


• Teaching proper soccer form was ruled out for a project idea because of the difficulty that would arise from the sensor being able to detect the position of the foot. The foot is too small and it would be hard for the sensor to precisely determine the angle the foot is positioned in during a full-range of motion kick.


• The project idea "Mixed Martial Arts" was ruled out because of the complexity of the techniques used in this sport. The motions for throws and flips would be hard to detect on the sensor and would not be feasible in the amount of time we are given for the project. It would be feasible to record jabs and punches, but there are only a few moves like that in Mixed Martial Arts and the project idea "Strength Training" would be more ideal for these types of moves.


• We decided to make the project idea "Strength Training". We changed the name from Bodybuilding to Strength Training because BodyBuilding implies using different techniques than that of Strength Training. The goal of the project is to help users improve their overall health and fitness levels by performing proper Strength Training Techniques, such as Bicep Curls (for biceps) and Lateral Raises (for shoulders).
• An example of the project would be for the sensor to alert the user to keep their elbows still while performing Bicep Curls and to focus on contracting the biceps, instead of swinging their elbows forward while contracting the biceps.


• The homework for Brilzen and myself is to learn how to use the Kinect Sensor. For the rest of the team members, the homework is to learn more about Strength Training and to think of ideas for the project "Strength Training".


• Next meeting planned for Thursday, February 20th, 2014. Time: TBD

Meeting Ended at 3:22pm. 

Week 2 Kanban

Team06 Kanban

Team 06 Kanban With Tasks Scheduled and organized

Meeting #1 Minutes

Meeting #1 Minutes:

Date of Meeting: January 30th, 2014
Time of Meeting: 3:00pm
Place of Meeting: Library
Members in Attendance: Brilzen Varghese, Dave Zhang, Jose Giron, Mike Anastasakis, Navin Rao
End of Meeting: 3:35pm
Secretary: Navin Rao

Agenda:

• To brainstorm ideas in person.

Discussion:

• The ideas that we discussed included Mixed Martial Arts (MMA), Bodybuilding, and Soccer.


• The project idea for MMA, Bodybuilding and Soccer would be focused around teaching the user correct form in these three recreation activities.


• For MMA, the project would be focused around teaching the user proper MMA techniques such as jabs, roundhouse kicks, and throws. Mike Anastasakis has experience with MMA and would be able to demonstrate correct form. The sensor chosen for this project would be the Kinect for Windows.


• For Bodybuilding, the idea would be similar to that of the MMA idea. The project would be to teach a beginner the basics of bodybuilding, which consists of lifting weights to increase muscular endurance. This would be slightly more feasible than MMA. Unlike MMA, most bodybuilding techniques focus on one joint, instead of multiple joints. Because of this, it would be easier to be detected by a sensor. The sensor chosen for this project would be the Kinect for Windows.


• For Soccer, the project would revolve around teaching the user to have proper technique for passing and kicking a soccer ball. Proper technique includes how to position your foot before it comes into contact with the soccer ball. Jose Giron has experience in proper technique as he is on the PSU Abington soccer team. A con would be that we would have to record ourselves outside demonstrating the technique. We agreed it would be a benefit to talk to the soccer couch to brainstorm and to collaborate. The sensor chosen for this project would be the Kinect for Windows.


• We agreed that we needed to do more research, as we were not sure how the Kinect sensor actually works and how we would make our ideas possible. Our tasks for the weekend are to download the SDK for the Kinect and borrow the Kinect sensor from Professor Oakes to learn more.


• Next meeting planned for Tuesday, February 4th, 2014. Time: TBD

Meeting Ended at 3:35pm.