Proyect development
For this assignment, I will document everything necessary for my project, which I've named HexaInteractive.
| Date | Task | Status |
|---|---|---|
| April 30 to May 7 | Design the casing and button | Completed |
| May 8 to May 14 | Cut MDF and print buttons | Completed |
| May 15 to May 20 | Assemble casing and button | Completed |
| May 21 to May 28 | Design electronic PCB | Completed |
| May 29 | Components arrive | Completed |
| May 30 to June 5 | Solder and test components | Completed |
| June 6 to June 12 | Test PCBs with components | Completed |
| June 13 to June 18 | Have the button casings working | Completed |
| June 18 to June 20 | Spring mechanism | Not completed |
| June 20 to June 25 | ESP NOW communication protocol | Not completed |
| June 25 to July 5 | Interface | Not completed |
Completed Tasks
- Design the casing and button
- Cut MDF and print buttons
- Assemble casing and button
- Design electronic PCB
- Components arrive
- Solder and test components
- Test PCBs with components
- Have the button casings working
Remaining Tasks
- Spring mechanism
- ESP NOW communication protocol
- Interface
What has worked?
Most things have worked well. Regarding the design, the casing fits well with the spring mechanism, and I like the hexagonal design.
As for the electronics, the batteries can satisfactorily power the entire circuit without any issues. The size is adequate for the PCB to fit perfectly in the casing.
what questions need to be resolved?
How long does the battery last?
How much does light refract?
What mini-games and settings can be applied?
what have you learned?
Learning Experience
The learning I've had has been impressive. Regarding design, it was very enriching to learn from the basics about how to use Fusion (coming from CATIA) to create a parametric design, including 3D printing. I had never printed so much in 3D with a filament called PTEG, and I discovered that I like printing.
As for the electronics, I am impressed with the progress I've made. All the theoretical knowledge from my engineering classes I was able to put into practice. Designing a PCB, searching for components, MAKING MY OWN PCB, and seeing how an idea turned into something tangible that works is an indescribable feeling.