Report on Sources:

A memo for my peers

Boyuan Wu
Departments of Engineering, University of Ottawa
ENG1112: Technical Report Writing
Henri Feist
October 2, 2023
Wu Advanced Robotics & Automation Corporation
1599 Progress Lane,
Tech Park District,
San Francisco, CA 94104

INTERNAL MEMO
TO: Adam Smith, Electrical Engineer
Eve Anderson, Mechanic Engineer
Noah Johnson, Mechanic Engineer
FROM: Boyuan Wu, Project Coordinator
DATE: October 1, 2023
SUBJECT: Up-to-Date Sources for Cleaning Robot Design

[1]For our upcoming project on a specialized cleaning robot, please review the following key
articles:[1] Fan, S., Liang, W., Wang, G., Zhang, Y., & Cao, S. (2022). A novel water-free
cleaning robot for dust removal from distributed photovoltaic (PV) in water-scarce areas. Solar
Energy, 226, 15-28. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.solener.2022.06.024
Relevance: This research introduces a water-free cleaning mechanism using a rolling brush and
negative pressure, crucial for efficiency in arid settings. The use of negative pressure techniques
offers promising solutions for robots navigating slippery surfaces.

[2] Lee, Y-S., Kim, S-H., Gil, M-S., Lee, S-H., Kang, M-S., Jang, S-H., ... & Han, C-S. (2017).
The study on the integrated control system for curtain wall building façade cleaning robot.
Automation in Construction, 82, 15-26. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.autcon.2017.12.030
Relevance: Vital for understanding advanced robotic control mechanisms. A deep dive into
façade cleaning robot controls, highlighting a three-stage approach for safety and efficiency.
Essential for integrating advanced control systems into our robot.

[3] Bisht, R. S., Pathak, P. M., & Panigrahi, S. K. (2021). Design and development of a glass
façade cleaning robot. Mechanism and Machine Theory, 156, 104-118.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.mechmachtheory.2021.104585
Relevance: Focuses on dynamic modeling and adhesion mechanics. Offers insights on trajectory
and performance optimization, vital for our robot's effectiveness on smooth surfaces.

Please ensure you are well-acquainted with these materials prior to our meeting.

Warm regards,
Boyuan Wu
Project Coordinator
Wu Advanced Robotics & Automation Corporation