Progress
- This week, I began the preliminary design for the PCB, focusing on the use case requirements and what hardware is best for meeting these requirements. I also narrowed down on how the individuals components of the embedded device will communicate with each other. I also communicated budget requirements with the team to ensure we are choosing the best hardware devices for the application.
- I reviewed design tools like SolidWorks to assess which would best suit our project. I also researched the pin configurations and layout considerations needed for our facial recognition system.
- Additionally, I attended all team meetings and participated in discussions regarding hardware latency and accuracy goals.
- I also supported the team during our proposal presentation by giving input on how hardware and design choices will impact latency and overall performance.
Schedule
- Currently, my progress is on schedule. The PCB design phase will official begin next week according to the Gantt chart but I’m feeling more confident given the initial research I’ve conducted this past week. However, I anticipate that the next phase, involving component orders and integration testing, will need close attention to stay on track.
Upcoming Deliverables
- Finalize the component choices for the PCB.
- Complete the initial PCB layout and design considerations.
- Submit component orders once the design and budget are confirmed.