Amplifier
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Favorite ideas
Initial Brainstorming
Summary of your Post-it feedback
Summary of the feedback
The majority liked the retro arcade speaker idea and the scuba helmet
The feedback mostly concerned where I would place the speakers on the arcade game and what materials I would use.
More detailed drawing
Prompts on my design
I believe that this is a good design because it's unique and creative.
I am challenging my current skill set by pushing my creative limits and focusing on smaller details within my design.
Cardboard speaker model
Cardboard speaker model
At this point in my project, I have made the overall outline and front design. On top of that, I have also cut out my speaker holes.
Cardboard prototype
What is your idea?
My idea is a VHS player with my favorite album cover on the front.
What did you learn from your prototype?
From my prototype, I learned that the speakers are bigger than I imagined and that I will need a wide variety of materials to bring my idea to life.
Does your design need modifications?
Yes. During prototyping, I added many features that weren't in my original design, and I think the design lost much of its original look as a result. When I make the real thing, I’m going to tone down the eccentric features.
Amplified speakers circuit on the breadboard
Is there something about the circuit you understand now that you've spent time prototyping it?
Yes i understand how currents work and how to read a schmatic
Name one part that is a complete mystery to you. Look it up on Google or Generative AI. What does it say the function of that part is?
I have no idea what a potentiometer does but google says it acts as a variable resistor to manually or mechanically control voltage or current in a circuit.
Rhino Design
Reflection
What is your idea?
My idea is a VHS player with my favorite album cover on the front.
What did you learn from your prototype?
From my prototype, I learned that the speakers are bigger than I imagined and that I will need a wide variety of materials to bring my idea to life.
Does your design need modifications?
Yes. During prototyping, I added many features that weren't in my original design, and I think the design lost much of its original look as a result. When I make the real thing, I’m going to tone down the eccentric features.
Amp PCB design and schematic
I worked with Mari and I learned how to move the parts of a PCB around.
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