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| Completed Tasks | Remaining Tasks |
|---|---|
| Project planning | Programming with XIAO |
| Research | PCB printing |
| Concept development | Copper water level sensor |
| Created pseudocode | Laser cutting |
| Cardboard prototype | New water level sensor |
| Circuit diagram | Programming with new board |
| Mid-term review | Design door for power cable |
| First board draft | Assembled final components |
| Flowchart and pot design | |
| Personalized pot design | |
| Moisture sensor testing | |
| Switched to XIAO-ESP-C3 | |
| ESP programming | |
| Enclosure redesign |
So far, I was able to finish designing my enslosure and also printed most of its parts. My soil moisture readings are showing proper values and is also functioning fairly well with the water pump. I tried designing a level sensor for my water storage tank with copper tapes and it did work with the Arduino board. However it was not working with the XIAO board, so I have to figure this out. And again regarding my enclosure, I tried printing the bends for my cover using laser cutter but as the length was too long, it failed twice. So I am planning on dividing the design into 2 parts and printing separately.
I generated the template design from chatGPT🤖
As I reflect on my journey through the Fab Academy program, reaching the where I am right now feel like a significant milestone. The past weeks have been an incredible experience of learning, discovery, and hands-on experiences that have shaped us as digital fabricators.
We started our journey with enthusiasm and curiosity, diving into the world of computer-aided design and learning how to transform our ideas into digital models. It was amazing to see our ideas and design become possible through computer-controlled cutting techniques, whether it was laser cutting, vinyl cutting, PCB milling or CNC milling.
Moving forward, we delved into electronics production, where we learned to design and fabricate circuit boards. From soldering components to programming microcontrollers through which we understood the importance of electronics in making projects and also in our day to day lives. The exploration of 3D scanning and printing allowed us to create different kinds of prototypes and models with precision. Looking back on all the work done so far brought me both joy and gratification.
One of the highlights of my journey has been learning about embedded programming and creating interactive systems. From sensors to programming interfaces, we gained the skills to make our projects responsive and dynamic.
It also taught me the importance of step by step learning and the importance of giving attention to the small details while learning anything new. Not only that but throughout this journey we got to improve our collaboration, cooperation, leadership, rigor, responsibility, and teamwork.