Project Development

Week 17

Week 17

Project Development

Brief Overview

I believe that my invention, a smart scarecrow, will truly thrive in society once it reaches a stage where it begins to make significant contributions. As I near the completion of my final project, I am investigating various methods to transform it into a practical product that can benefit mid-scale farmers and onion traders. At the same time, I am exploring ways and means to protect my project from infringements.

Through this assignment, I have learned about the nature of invention, the different types of intellectual properties, and the importance of protecting innovative ideas. I have also documented my learning outcomes to ensure a comprehensive understanding of these concepts.


Individual Assignment:-



In this assignment:-

Develop a plan for dissemination of your final project.

- Prepare drafts of your summary slide (presentation.png, 1920x1080) and - Video clip (presentation.mp4, 1080p HTML5, < ~minute, < ~10 MB).



Final Project Update and Feedback


Tasks Completed:


  1. Procurement of material from Local Market and Online Sources

  2. 3D CAD Design, 2D Cutting Design, Electronics Design

  3. Structure Mounting Metal Stand

  4. PCB Milling

  5. Soldering of the PCB Board

  6. Electronics Code and Integration with Mechanical System

  7. Solar Panel Mounting, on the Metal Stand

Tasks Remaining:


  1. 3D Printed Case for Battery

  2. Scarecrow Body structure and Face

  3. Final Video and Presentation Slide

What's Working? What's Not?


The 12V DC Geared Motor 200 RPM is Sufficient to Operate the mechanism, smooth and able to provide the necccesary torque
I the speaker module that I purchased was having different operation mode, so to connect it with my board I have ordered a new MegaPhone


What Questions Need to be Resolved?

To charge the 12V Lead 1.3 Ah Battery with Solar Panel, I need to find a invertor module.



What Will Happen When?

Just one week remains for the final project presentation. 80:20 rules is absoulutely what I am experincing now. To complete and finish my work within the submission deadline I have prepare a action plan for this week.


Plan of Action for This Week:


  • Day 1: Integration of Code to Controller Motor and Speaker Module at same time

  • Day 2: 3D Printed Parts design and printing for Battery, Control box.

  • Day 3: Integration of the Embedded Code for controlling, Painting and finishing work of the Scarecrow Body Mechanism

  • Day 4: Visit to Market for purchasing the Scarecrow outer body stuff like Humaniod Manequine, Shirt, Head Cap.

  • Day 5: Making the Assembly and Mounting of all the Components, electronics and Body Structure

  • Day 6: Taking Field Trails, modification based on results from trials (if any)

  • Day 7: Creating Final Slide and Video for Presentation day.



What Have You Learned?

During this 6 months of course and its a wonderful journey of infinite learning, I learned many new skill, techniques, management and decision making skills.


  • I learned how to manage a team and project work.

  • I learned to troubleshoot the electronics and hardware issue, with patience

  • I became familiar with rapid prototyping tools including 3D printer, SRM20, and laser cutter, CNC Wood Router

  • I have improved to think imagine and learn with a holistic approach and 360 angle.

  • I tried to implement a design thinking process.

  • I learned a lot about priorities, time management

  • With the help of modern technology like rapid prototyping tools, I belive that "I CAN MAKE ALMOST ANYTHING"



Final Presentation


I have link the presentation slide and video to the repository from my root folder so any modification in thhe upcoming push will be reflected here.


Project Slide



Final Presentation Video