Jenny Rojas
Fab Academy 2026 — Industrial FabLab UCuenca
This website documents my learning process during Fab Academy 2026. Each weekly assignment is part of a progressive exploration of digital fabrication, electronics, programming, machine design, interfaces, and final project development.
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Weekly assignments documented
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Final project in development
ESP32-C3
Main microcontroller platform
Industrial FabLab
University of Cuenca
Final Project
My final project is an automatic irrigation elevator system for orchid care. It integrates sensors, a custom PCB, motor control, a mechanical lifting system, digital fabrication, and a user interface.
View Final ProjectWeekly Assignments
Week 01
Project Management
Website setup, Git workflow, and documentation structure.
Done
Week 02
Computer-Aided Design
2D and 3D design tools for digital fabrication.
Done
Week 03
Computer-Controlled Cutting
Laser cutting, vinyl cutting, and parametric design.
Done
Week 04
Embedded Programming
Microcontroller programming and basic input/output control.
Done
Week 05
3D Scanning and Printing
3D scanning, slicing, printing, and design validation.
Done
Week 06
Electronics Design
Schematic design, PCB layout, and electronic validation.
Done
Week 07
Computer-Controlled Machining
CNC machining workflow and large-scale fabrication.
Done
Week 08
Electronics Production
LED roulette PCB using XIAO ESP32-C3 and fiber laser fabrication.
Done
Week 09
Input Devices
Water level sensor board controlled by XIAO ESP32-C3.
Done
Week 10
Output Devices
Stepper motor control board with A4988 driver and 12 V power supply.
Done
Week 11
Networking and Communications
ESP32-C3 web server, WiFi connection, and LED control interface.
Done
Week 12
Mechanical Design, Machine Design
Automatic irrigation elevator system developed at Industrial FabLab UCuenca.
Done
Week 13
Midterm Review
System diagram, task list, dynamic Gantt chart, and instructor review planning.
Done
Week 14
Molding and Casting
CNC milled cat mold, sanding, sealing, rubber mold fabrication, demolding, and casting.
Done
Week 15
Interface and Application Programming
MIT App Inventor interface for stepper motor control.
Done
Week 16
System Integration
PLA case designed in Fusion 360 for integrating the final project PCB, A4988 driver, and wiring.
Done
Week 17
Wildcard Week
Fiber laser engraving and cutting in aluminum, from Fusion 360 design to EZCAD calibration and 50-pass cutting.
Done
Week 18
Applications and Implications
Final project planning, system architecture, applications, fabrication processes, electronics integration, and project evaluation.
Done
Week 19
Invention, Intellectual Property and Income
Project dissemination strategy, intellectual property considerations, project completion status, remaining tasks, and future implementation roadmap.
Done
Week 20
Final Project Presentation
Final OrquiWall prototype documentation, system integration, final test evidence, video, and downloadable project files.
Done