Conclusion

 

The Yard Mess Eraser proved to be functional in the process of picking up leaves, responding to user input and control, and traversing terrain. A relatively high success rate in all the components, however, does not lead to a successful product. The feasibility test, which put the device under certain necessary conditions within a rugged yard, proved this point. The device was able to pick up a majority of leaves, but not all the leaves. The device could handle a majority of terrain changes, but not all terrain changes. Similarly, the device could power through some slopes, but not all slopes. The functional prototype did prove that under the circumstances in which it worked, it drastically reduced both the time and physical effort required to pick up leaves, and clean up yards. In this effect, it was successful, as the original prototype accomplished its goals. However, with the wide variety of terrain changes, and the multiple failures encountered by the device during the feasibility test, the Yard Mess Eraser is not yet in the stage to be distributed to the public. With the increase in reliability and ruggedness, and a decrease in the cost, possibly through some of the suggestions listed in the previous section, the Yard Mess Eraser has proven the potential to be a true game-changer, capable of solving the issues that many individuals face in regards to efficiently cleaning yards. Taking the Yard Mess Eraser as a steeping stone, a refined prototype could be developed, marketed, and utilized effectively to combat messy lawns, and encourage a clean, efficient, and organized lifestyle.