This week I worked on the raspberry Pi Pico, blue’s notecard, and arducam to learn how to set it up. I learned what all the pins do and how to connect each one together. I also spent a lot of time working on the paper that was due. I spent time researching section 6 and 7. I have also been working on setting up our AWS. I am configuring all the roles and IAM permissions we will need for this project. I have also been working on our location change detect function and will be testing it soon when we get the hardware side working. Overall, I believe I am slightly behind schedule but can catch up soon.
Team Status Report for 3/8/2025
One of the most significant risks currently facing the project is ensuring stable communication between the RPI Pico W and the Blues Notecard. Initial tests are indicating some reliability issues with maintaining a Wi-Fi connection, which could impact data transmission. To mitigate this, we are experimenting with different network configurations and will consider implementing a fallback mechanism that attempts reconnection in case of failure.
On the software side, integrating cloud services remains a challenge. While we initially planned to use AWS, we are still working within the constraints of the free-tier model. If we encounter limitations, we will most likely have to pay out-of-pocket in available AWS services.
Our contingency plan involves storing data locally on the Pico W and batch uploading it when a stable connection is available.
There are currently no design changes to our system architecture.
Thus, this week, we successfully flash the RPI Pico W and establish a basic Wifi connection. We also set up initial configurations for Blues, though further debugging is required to achieve stable data transmission.
Global Factors (written by William Wang)
GlassMate addresses a global need for effortless journaling by automating image capture and AI-driven summaries. It benefits travelers, professionals, and individuals with memory challenges by reducing cognitive load and eliminating manual documentation.
The system leverages IoT and cloud computing for scalable, secure data management, making it accessible worldwide. Privacy concerns are addressed with configurable capture settings and allowing users to not use glasses when doing sensitive tasks, ensuring ethical data collection. By integrating widely supported platforms like Raspberry Pi Pico W and Django, GlassMate remains adaptable and easy-to-use for all types of interested users.
Cultural Factors (written by Dhruv Dixit)
GlassMate considers cultural sensitivities around photography and privacy, allowing users to control when and where images are taken. Multilingual support in the web app enhances accessibility across diverse communities.
Beyond personal use, GlassMate benefits professionals by enabling automated documentation of fieldwork and events during the day. Its AI-generated summaries cater to both visual and text-based memory-keeping preferences, ensuring broad cultural relevance.
Environmental Factors (Written by Rohit Chand)
GlassMate prioritizes sustainability with energy-efficient components, data compression for reduced cloud storage use, and a modular design for easy upgrades.
Its reliance on cloud-based AI processing minimizes hardware requirements, lowering energy and waste consumption. Future iterations can incorporate recycled materials, reducing e-waste while maintaining product longevity and efficiency.
William’s Status Report for 3/8/2025
This week, I made progress on embedded development with the Raspberry Pi Pico W. I successfully flashed the microcontroller and established a basic connection to Wi-Fi. While there are still some reliability issues with maintaining the connection, I plan to debug and refine this in the coming week.
Additionally, I started experimenting with the Blues Notecard, going through the setup process and initial configuration. I encountered some challenges in getting it to properly send data, but I will continue troubleshooting and refining the integration.
Overall, while I am making progress, I am still slightly behind schedule in getting the different components to communicate effectively. My goal for next week is to establish a stable connection between the Pico W and the Blues Notecard, allowing for basic data transmission. If time permits, I will also begin working on integrating the Arducam into the system.