Fab Academy 2026 Student

Explore my journey through digital fabrication, embedded programming, and smart product design.

Weekly Assignments

A documented journey through each week of Fab Academy, from 2D design to the fabrication of complete systems.

Principles and Practices
Week 1: Principles and Practices
Project management with Git and website creation.
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Project Management
Week 2: Project Management
Version control and learning process documentation.
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CAD
Week 3: Computer Aided Design
2D and 3D modeling using various software tools.
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Laser Cutting
Week 4: Computer Controlled Cutting
Design and laser cutting of a parametric construction kit and vinyl cutting.
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Electronics Production
Week 5: Electronics Production
Manufacturing an ISP programmer via PCB milling.
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3D Printing
Week 6: 3D Scanning and Printing
3D design and printing of complex geometry objects and 3D scanning.
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PCB Design
Week 7: Electronics Design
Schematic design and PCB layout for ATtiny44 board.
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CNC Machining
Week 8: Computer Controlled Machining
Design and manufacturing of large-format furniture on CNC.
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Programming
Week 9: Embedded Programming
Microcontroller programming to read sensors and control actuators.
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Molding
Week 10: Molding and Casting
Mold design and casting of parts.
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Output Devices
Week 11: Output Devices
Introduction to output devices and initial control tests.
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Machine Design
Week 12: Machine Design
Collaborative design and prototyping of a remote control truck.
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Input Devices
Week 13: Input Devices
Integration of sensors and data acquisition from the environment.
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Networking
Week 14: Networking and Communications
Establishing communication networks between microcontrollers.
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Interface
Week 15: Interface and Application Programming
Developing user interfaces to interact with hardware.
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Wildcard
Week 16: Wildcard Week
Exploring diverse digital fabrication processes like screen printing.
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Applications
Week 17: Applications and Implications
Finalizing the project concept and identifying necessary resources.
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IP
Week 18: Invention, Intellectual Property and Business Models
Defining licenses and dissemination plans for the final project.
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Project Development
Week 19: Project Development
Comprehensive development and refinement of the final project.
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Final Requirements
Week 20: Final Project Requirements
Final documentation and meeting evaluation criteria.
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Featured Projects

Smart Pot
Smart Pot
Week 19: Project DevelopmentPlant monitoring system with TFT screen and humidity sensors.
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Seed Gun
Seed Gun
Week 19: Project DevelopmentReforestation device that launches seed bombs from a distance.
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Biomaterials
Biomaterials
Week 16: Wildcard WeekResearch and creation of flexible and sustainable bioplastics.
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Final Project

Smart Piggy Bank Interactive Saving System

An interactive system designed to encourage saving in children. Integrates smart technology with a friendly design, using renewable energy and sensory feedback.

Interactive Feedback

Reminders via vibration and LED lights.

Sustainable

Powered by integrated solar panels.

Smart Control

Regulated by a controller for saving goals.

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