Printer_Experiment

This printing demonstration uses the RPL's autonomous discovery modules and MADSci

The application generates a random length and attemps to optimize it through the use of a fluid drop and bayesian optimize

Equipment

• Prusa MK4S 3D Printer
• Opentrons OT-2 Liquidhandler
• Precise Automation PF400 Robotic Sample Handler
• A 1080p Webcam
• Plate Lids
• Trash Can

Running Experiment

Follow these steps to ensure smooth operations:

1. Manually push "plate" object to camera deck in MADSci dashboard
2. Make sure the printer has the "Smooth PEI Plate" attached, and the plate holder is positioned correctly: 2a. Plate positioning can vary based on print 2b. For current setup, top left corner is to the right of the first gridline on the left and above the top horizontal gridline
3. Recalibrate camera_driver.py if not using 3 buckets
4. Upon First loop, make sure trash can position is reachable by the pf400 without hitting it
5. Manually reset the printer after each loop