1. What did you personally accomplish this week on the project?
- I attended two team meetings and participated in a work session on Monday, as well as a TA + professor meeting on Wednesday, where I received valuable feedback on my progress and design considerations.
- I spent most of the week working on a prototype design for the bracelet components of our system. Initially, I aimed for a simple design connecting components directly to the Jetson Nano, but I encountered challenges that made me realize the need for a microcontroller to avoid compatibility issues.
- https://www.adafruit.com/product/1643
- https://www.adafruit.com/product/2305
- https://www.adafruit.com/product/1201
- I explored several microcontroller options, including the STM32, ESP32, and Adafruit Feather. After discussing with the group TA, I chose the Adafruit Feather due to its seamless integration with the Adafruit components I am using for the bracelet.
- I created two circuit diagrams: one for a wired connection and one for a wireless setup, ensuring both options are viable based on the needs of the project.
- Next steps include finalizing the circuit and placing a purchase order for the components. I also plan to start the PCB design in parallel with these tasks.
2. Is your progress on schedule or behind?
- My progress is on schedule. While there was a slight delay in finalizing the microcontroller decision, I quickly addressed it, and now I’m moving forward with both circuit and PCB design, which are key deliverables for the upcoming weeks.
3. What deliverables do you hope to complete in the next week?
- Finalize the circuit design for the bracelet and place an order for the required components.
- Begin the PCB design process, working through layout and pin configurations for seamless integration with the bracelet’s components.
- Prepare to test both wired and wireless configurations once the parts arrive.