Final Project
BMI Calculator

1. List of materials
Items | Quantity | Price/unit | Total price | Link |
---|---|---|---|---|
Load cell (200kg) | 1 | 39.00 $ | 39.00 $ | amazon.com |
HX711 Load Cell Amplifier | 1 | 3.50 $ | 3.50 $ | amazon.com |
HC-SR04 Ultrasonic Sensor | 3 | 3.50 $ | 3.50 $ | amazon.com |
9mm MDF board | 1 | 25.00 $ | 25.00 $ | Local hardware store |
40x40 metal tube | 1 | 6.00 $ | 6.00 $ | Local hardware store |
LCD Screen | 1 | 9.96 $ | 9.96 $ | amazon.com |
Total | 86.96 $ |
2. Final project design
I started with the design of load cell. Since the structure will revolve around it, I am using SolidWorks multibody method to make the process seamless.

I then designed (metal) frame around the load cell.

Since the top and bottom frame must not touch each other, however it is not necessary to keep them far apart. Therefore, I reduced the distance between the. I used move mody method.

At the bottom frame, I extended it by adding a frame to support the vertical stand.

I then added vertical stand of 2.1m.

Since this stand is tall, I splitted it into 3 sections. This not only easy the assembly, it also ease its packaging and transportation

I then added support structure inside. This will also guide me during assembly.

I then added cutout for screen as well as that of Ultrasonic Sensor

Cutting parts on CNC Machine



Angle cutting

Welding frame



Assembly of structure


