Developmental Research Design in Technology Projects
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What was the primary purpose of using developmental research design in the study?

  • To gather materials for the device assembly
  • To test the efficiency of the SwiftCounter prototype (correct)
  • To analyze the data from the experimentation
  • To focus on identifying the problem
  • Which phase involved the cost analysis of materials for the project?

  • Second phase (correct)
  • Fifth phase
  • Third phase
  • First phase
  • What materials were purchased online for the development of the SwiftCounter?

  • Arduino Nano and infrared sensor
  • All materials were sourced locally
  • Battery and wires
  • Huskylens, DC motor gear, LCD display, and 10K resistor (correct)
  • How many trials were conducted to test the efficiency of the SwiftCounter?

    <p>30 trials (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What components were included in the first circuit design for the study?

    <p>5V relays, LCD display, and 2 IR sensors (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which phase were the results and discussions of the study presented?

    <p>Sixth phase (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the focus of the conceptualization phase in the research design?

    <p>Identifying the research problem (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following sensors was used in both circuit designs?

    <p>Infrared sensor (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of the study regarding the SwiftCounter system?

    <p>To develop a Peso paper bill portable amount counter. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many infrared sensors are used in one of the setups for the SwiftCounter system?

    <p>4 infrared sensors. (A), 2 infrared sensors. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hypothesis is stated regarding the response time of the SwiftCounter system?

    <p>There is no significant difference in response time among trials. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What research design is utilized in the study of the SwiftCounter?

    <p>Developmental and posttest experimental research design. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where will the study for the SwiftCounter system be conducted?

    <p>Koronadal National Comprehensive High School Science Laboratory. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the specific aims of the study with regards to the response time?

    <p>To analyze the efficiency of response time across different trials. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the total number of trials planned for the SwiftCounter's testing?

    <p>30 trials. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is analyzed during the second phase of the study?

    <p>Cost analysis of materials. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the total amount displayed when the system does not detect any Peso bill?

    <p>The total amount and number of bills in each denomination (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the dimensions of the casing of the device?

    <p>12 inches long, 16 inches wide, and 2.5 inches tall (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component is responsible for distinguishing between different types of Peso bills?

    <p>Image sensor (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In setup 1, which pin is the first IR sensor connected to?

    <p>A3 pin (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What material is used to cover the components connected to the Arduino Nano?

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    How many IR sensors are included in setup 2 of the device?

    <p>4 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the first IR sensor in the device's setup?

    <p>To determine the presence of bills (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What function does the device perform after displaying the bill totals?

    <p>Repeats the process (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of applying Levene's Test in the analysis?

    <p>To assess the homogeneity of variances (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which test is used if the data fails the normality test?

    <p>Mann-Whitney U Test (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of comparing two setups, what does a non-normal distribution imply?

    <p>A non-parametric test should be applied (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement is true regarding the T-test?

    <p>It requires equal variances across groups (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic is critical for the use of parametric tests like the T-test?

    <p>Data must follow a normal distribution (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which test would most appropriately compare two independent samples if the data meets normality assumptions?

    <p>T-test (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does failing the normality test indicate about the data's distribution?

    <p>The data may be skewed or have outliers (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following tests is classified as a non-parametric test?

    <p>Mann-Whitney U Test (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Normally Closed (NC) contact of the relay in this setup?

    <p>It is used to connect the positive terminal of the first DC motor. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the VCC of the 5V Relay powered?

    <p>It connects to the OUT+ of the Buck Converter. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What connection does the SDA of the LCD screen have in this setup?

    <p>Connected to the Analog pin A4. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if the IR sensor detects a peso bill?

    <p>The peso bill passes into the roller and image sensor. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the battery connected in this circuit?

    <p>Positive to the VIN of the Arduino Nano and ground to its ground. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What function does the image sensor serve in this design?

    <p>It identifies the denomination of peso bills. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required before the Swift Counter operates?

    <p>The code must be uploaded to the Arduino Nano. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which option correctly describes the connection of the two DC motors?

    <p>Each motor connects independently to a different pair of relay contacts. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a high mean in the context of the SwiftCounter's performance indicate?

    <p>It has detected currency accurately. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of the testing showed, which setup had a higher mean?

    <p>Setup 1 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What statistical method is implied to compare the performance of Setup 1 and Setup 2?

    <p>t-test (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Levene's Test evaluate in the context of the SwiftCounter system?

    <p>The equality of variances in measurements. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a significant value (Sig.) less than 0.05 typically indicate in hypothesis testing?

    <p>A significant difference between groups. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What measurement indicates the degree to which the trial results vary from the mean in the data presented?

    <p>Standard Deviation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the identification of correct currency responses critical in the context of the SwiftCounter?

    <p>To assess the functionality of image and IR sensors. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the potential outcome if equal variances are not assumed during the analysis?

    <p>Understated significance of results. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Research Design

    The plan for the study, including developmental, experimental, and post-test methods.

    Developmental Stage

    The stage of the research where a prototype device was assembled and developed.

    Experimental Stage

    The stage where the effects of different sensors on the SwiftCounter's efficiency were tested.

    Post-test Design

    The testing of SwiftCounter's response time in detecting different types of bills.

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    SwiftCounter

    Name of the prototype device for counting bills.

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    Circuit Design (Setup 1)

    Includes image sensor, DC motors, relays, LCD, DC-DC converter, and 2 IR sensors connected to Arduino Nano.

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    Circuit Design (Setup 2)

    Includes image sensor, DC motors, relays, LCD, DC-DC converter, and 4 IR sensors connected to Arduino Nano.

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    Materials (SwiftCounter)

    Common materials (Arduino, sensors, battery, wires) and some specific materials (Huskylens, DC motor gear, LCD) were used.

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    Setup 1

    A testing configuration using an image sensor and two infrared (IR) sensors.

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    Setup 2

    A testing configuration using an image sensor and four infrared (IR) sensors.

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    SwiftCounter System

    A system designed to count Peso paper bill.

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    Correct Response

    Successfully identifying a Peso paper bill.

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    Incorrect Response

    Failing to correctly identify a Peso paper bill.

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    Trials (in context)

    Individual attempts to identify Peso bills using SwiftCounter in different setups.

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    Levene's Test

    A statistical test to assess if the variances of two groups (Setup 1 and 2) are equal.

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    t-test

    A statistical test to determine if there is a significant difference between the means of two groups (Setup 1 and 2).

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    Circuit Design

    The layout of electronic components in the SwiftCounter.

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    Flowchart of the SwiftCounter System

    A visual representation of the steps involved in counting process.

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    Percent Accuracy

    The percentage of correctly identified and counted bills.

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    Response Time

    The time taken by the SwiftCounter to detect and count a bill.

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    Developmental Research

    A type of research focusing on developing and improving a device.

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    Experimental Research design

    A research approach to investigate the effect of different treatments

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    Post-test Experimental Research Design

    A study measuring effects after changes or applying different treatments (such as using different sensor setups) to a system.

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    What powers the SwiftCounter?

    The SwiftCounter is powered by a 12V Lithium-Ion Battery, which provides power to components like the IR sensors, Huskylens, DC motors, and LCD screen.

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    GND Connection

    The GND pin on the Arduino Nano connects to any ground of the circuit, ensuring a common electrical reference point.

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    How are the DC motors controlled?

    The DC motors are controlled by 5V relays, which are triggered by the Arduino Nano. The relays connect the motors to the Buck Converter's output.

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    What is the role of the Buck Converter?

    The Buck Converter converts the battery's 12V power down to 5V, suitable for components such as the 5V Relays, DC Motors, and Arduino Nano.

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    What is the function of the IR sensors?

    The IR sensors detect the presence of a peso bill, initiating the counting process and guiding it towards the image sensor.

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    What is the role of the image sensor?

    The image sensor identifies the denomination of the peso bill based on its design, for example, identifying a 20 peso bill.

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    What happens if the image sensor doesn't detect a 20 peso bill?

    If the image sensor doesn't detect a 20 peso bill, it proceeds to detect other denominations, like 50 pesos, and so on.

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    What is the role of the LCD screen?

    The LCD screen displays the types of peso paper bills counted and the total amount, providing visual feedback.

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    Bill Denominations

    The different values of Peso paper bills used in the SwiftCounter system. The system is designed to identify and count bills of 100, 200, 500, and 1000 PHP.

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    SwiftCounter's Operation

    The SwiftCounter device analyzes Peso bills using image and IR sensors. It counts the bills, identifies their denominations, and displays the total amount and number of each denomination on the LCD.

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    Casing Design

    The SwiftCounter's physical case is designed with specific dimensions and features to hold all components, including an opening for bill insertion, an enclosure for electronics, and an area for the image sensor.

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    SwiftCounter's Setup 1

    This setup includes an Arduino Nano, two IR sensors, and an image sensor. The IR sensors detect the presence of bills, while the image sensor distinguishes between different denominations.

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    SwiftCounter's Setup 2

    This setup is similar to Setup 1 but uses four IR sensors instead of two. This allows for improved detection of bills and potentially faster counting.

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    IR Sensor Function

    IR sensors within the SwiftCounter play a key role in determining the presence of bills. They detect the presence of a paper bill as it enters the device.

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    Image Sensor Function

    The image sensor is crucial for identifying the denomination of each Peso bill. It analyzes the image of the bill and determines its value.

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    Pin Connections

    The various sensors and components within the SwiftCounter are connected to specific pins on the Arduino Nano, ensuring communication and data transfer.

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    What is SwiftCounter?

    A device designed to count Peso paper bills using image and IR sensors. It identifies bill denominations and displays the total count and amount.

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    What are the two setups of SwiftCounter?

    Setup 1 uses 2 IR sensors and an image sensor, while Setup 2 uses 4 IR sensors and an image sensor. Both aim to count bills.

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    Why use different setups?

    To test if increasing the number of IR sensors improves the SwiftCounter's accuracy and speed in counting Peso bills.

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    What are the key components of SwiftCounter?

    Arduino Nano, an image sensor, IR sensors, DC motors, relays, LCD, and a DC-DC converter.

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    What does the IR sensor do?

    Detects the presence of a peso bill, indicating a bill has entered the device and triggering the counting process.

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    What does the image sensor do?

    Identifies the denomination of the peso bill by analyzing its image and recognizing its design, for example, identifying a 100 Peso bill.

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    What does Levene's Test check?

    It checks if the variances of two groups of data (Setup 1 and Setup 2) are equal. It tells us if the spread of data points is similar between the setups.

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    What does the t-test help determine?

    It tells us if there is a statistically significant difference between the means of two groups (Setup 1 and Setup 2). It helps determine if one setup performs better than the other.

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    Study Notes

    SwiftCounter Project Summary

    • Project title: SwiftCounter: An Advanced Portable Device for Accurate Peso Paper Currency Counting
    • Research team: Cheska Nicole P. Gellangala, Lalaine Vienne D. Batol, Miguel Lawrence M. Osorio
    • Research advisor: Kathy Lyn G. Daga-as
    • Institution: Koronadal National Comprehensive High School
    • Primary objective: Develop a portable Peso paper bill counting device
    • Secondary objectives: Assess the circuit design and flowchart of the device, measure percent accuracy in two sensor setups (2 IR sensors, 4 IR sensors), determine response time efficiency, and evaluate any significant difference in response time.

    Research Methodology

    • Research design: Developmental research design, experimental research design, and post-test design
    • Materials used: Arduino Nano, infrared sensors, batteries, wires, Huskylens AI Image Sensor, DC motors, 5V relays, LCD display, DC-DC buck converter
    • Setup 1: Image sensor with 2 infrared sensors; Setup 2: Image sensor with 4 infrared sensors
    • Number of trials: 15 trials per setup, 30 trials total
    • Data analysis: Used t-tests and other statistical methods to verify accuracy and efficiency based on response time measurements.

    Results summary

    • 100% accuracy for both sensor setups (2 IR sensors, 4 IR sensors) in identifying all Peso bill denominations
    • Setup 1 (4 IR sensors) exhibited higher average response time (639.55 ms) than Setup 2 (637.42 ms)
    • Statistically significant difference in response time between setups (p-value < 0.05), implying Setup 2 was more efficient in terms of response time.

    Recommendations

    • Improve materials and equipment preparation before experimentation; use a suitable laptop for Arduino IDE application, use a data cable for uploading code, consider using a color sensor and a UV sensor
    • Use a HP deskjet ink advantage 2060 model printer roller for smoother bill feeding

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