Assistive Device Design Project

Course: Industral Code and Design 12

Team Members: Eric Chen, Lauren Pan, Abigail Wang, Emerson Yu

GitHub Repository: Assistive Device Design Project

Table of Contents

1. Project Overview
2. Timeline
3. Deliverables
4. Design Process
5. Resources & Tools
6. Documentation

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Project Overview

This repository documents the iterative design process for creating an assistive device as part of the ICD 12 final project. The project follows a structured timeline with phases including research, ideation, prototyping, testing, and final presentation.

Objective: Design and build a functional assistive device using recycled materials, laser cutting, 3D printing, and other available tools while adhering to the iterative design cycle.

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Timeline

Phase	Dates (2025)	Key Activities
Understanding Context & Defining	March 13 - April 14	Interviews, research, problem definition
Ideating/Prototyping/Testing	April 16 - April 29	Sketching, CAD modeling, prototyping, testing
Making/Testing	May 6 - May 15	Final fabrication, robust testing
Sharing	May 27 - May 30	Presentations, submission of reports

Note: Timeline is subject to change. POA (Point of Assessment) phases are marked in the original project plan.

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Deliverables

1. Final Prototype (3D-printed components)
2. Documentation (photos, CAD files, testing notes)
3. Short Presentation (5-minute in-class presentation)
4. Longer Report/Presentation (submitted separately for assessment)
5. GitHub Repository (this README + all design files)

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Design Process

1. Research & Problem Definition

• Interview findings
• Problem statement
• User needs analysis

2. Ideation

• Sketches and scribbles
• CAD designs
• Concept selection

3. Prototyping

• Physical prototypes
• 3D-printed components
• Iterative refinements

4. Testing

• Functional testing
• User feedback
• Performance metrics

5. Final Fabrication

• Component assembly
• Robustness validation

Resources & Tools

• Materials: Recycled materials, laser-cut acrylic/wood (max 8.5"x11"), 3D-printed parts (max 8"x8")
• Tools: 3D printer, hand tools, glue
• Software: CAD tools (Fusion 360), image/video editing, Powerpoint

Note: Consult instructor for material/tool availability.

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Documentation

All design iterations, testing results, and reflections are documented in this repository. Key files include:

• /designs - CAD files and sketches
• /prototypes - Photos of physical models
• /testing - Test results and feedback
• /presentations - Final slides and report