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Project Ideation
Project Ideation
1- Tell us about the idea of your project. Why do you care about this? What were you inspired by? Include images and videos of similar projects
1- Tell us about the idea of your project. Why do you care about this? What were you inspired by? Include images and videos of similar projects
INSPO
INSPO
Nature has always been a source of peace and inspiration for me. However, living in a place where greenery is scarce, I felt disconnected from myself.
So I wanted to create a moving planter, that emits a refreshing scent, I aimed to bring the essence of nature into my everyday life.
I also wanted to blend my passion for nature with what I learned through the diploma, but it also reminds me of the importance of staying connected to nature, no matter where I am.
SLOGAN
SLOGAN
As my favorite poet(Filo) said: "الحالة تعبانة مش قادرة, بنكُح تُراب من فترة"
Because we all know that trees are banned now in Egypt..
شاعر الغية (فيلو)
The Inspiration
Ideation
Ideation
I am a huge fan when it comes to Architecture, So I wanted to create a planter that is inspired by Vernacular Architecture, It’s divided into two parts: one serves as the pot, while the other houses the components. This blend of nature and architecture reflects both tradition and functionality.
Sketching the idea
Project Construction
Project Construction
2- Explain the CAD process of your project. How did you use the software to design your project? (List the softwares/tools/materials...etc that you used)
2- Explain the CAD process of your project. How did you use the software to design your project? (List the softwares/tools/materials...etc that you used)
The 1st step is SKETCHING
Needed tools: pencil, paper, and markers.
It's more like a planning step for what you want to create.
The 2nd step is PLANNING
Needed tools: pencil, paper, and markers.
Before drawing any sketch or starting a new component on Fusion, I started to create some sketches manually; to allow me to think of the next step in a clear way.
The used Software:
The used Software:
I used Fusion 360 in creating my Construction.
The Construction
The Construction
I'll start mentioning every part, but I'll divide them into two parts:
1) The main parts (elevations)
2) The secondary(special) parts; which have a special purpose.
The Main Parts (elevations)
The Main Parts (elevations)
The sketch
Planter's Front Elev.
Planter's Front Elev.
This was the 1st part I created, the only problem I faced here was that I had to draw every detail in the sketch, because there were some speed-cutting lines, and it couldn't be exported as a component.
The 3d
Planter's Side Elev.
Planter's Side Elev.
This part had an open arch for the wheels later.
Planter's Back Elev.
Planter's Back Elev.
Planter's Side 2 Elev.
Planter's Side 2 Elev.
This was open so we could transport the wires of the motor to the component's house.
Planter's Base
Planter's Base
Here I created the sketch and projected all the nuts for the brackets.
Planter's Top
Planter's Top
This part was also the base for the plant, as you can put the roots in the opened parts.
The planter's house
The planter's house
-Not the final look though-
Components' Front Elev.
Components' Front Elev.
Components' Base
Components' Base
Components' Top
Components' Top
Opening a rectangle for transporting wires.
Components' Front Elev.
Components' Front Elev.
Components' Back Elev.
Components' Back Elev.
Components' Left Elev.
Components' Left Elev.
A *badgir* (windcatcher) is a traditional architectural element designed to cool and ventilate buildings in hot, arid climates. It consists of a tall tower with openings on multiple sides to catch breezes. The wind is funneled down through the tower into the building, where it cools the air and forces out the warmer air.
ملقف (كلمة عربية)+ Badgir
What is "Malqaf"? -side fact-
What is "Malqaf"? -side fact-
Malqaf's Front Elev.
Malqaf's Front Elev.
Malqaf's Side Elev.
Malqaf's Side Elev.
The Components' house
The Components' house
-Not the final look though-
The Special Parts
The Special Parts
In vernacular architecture, palm trees are used as beams.
This is how it looks from the outside.
The sketch
The 3D, I wanted this part to work as a beam for the plant.
A 90-degree bracket, to joint 3 faces.
The wheel-door Lock
How it looks from the outside.
How it looks from the inside.
The sketch of the huge spiral bracket.
The 3D, is hollow for wire passage, its function is to join the planter with the components.
The motor holder, it's basically a T letter with holes.
The 3D, it keeps the motor mounted to the base.
Malqaf or Badgir 3D
The working mechanism
Creating a sliding mechanism, as it works as a sliding door for the smelly roses room.
The slider mechanism
LCD house
Front Elevation
Side Elevation
Ceiling for LCD
برجولة - Wooden Tent
That works as a button for the cover of the components
The top of the Button
Columns of the Tent
Components Mounting
Components Mounting
Here's the links for the components:
3- Explain the fabrication process of your project. How did you use the machine to fabricate your project? (List the softwares/tools/materials...etc that you used)
3- Explain the fabrication process of your project. How did you use the machine to fabricate your project? (List the softwares/tools/materials...etc that you used)
3D Printing
3D Printing
1st saving the 3d components as Mesh in Fusion 360
2nd Dragging the file in Cura.
3rd Adjusting the best angle to print, preferably with the least supports.
Printing Brackets both the 90-degree, and the normal ones took 38 minutes, 9 grams PLA, and 20% Infill Density.
Printing Stairs took 4 hours, 82 grams PLA, Tree Supports 0.3mm Extra Fast Resolution ,and 10% Infill Density.
Laser Cutting
Laser Cutting
1st saving the 3d components as DXF in Fusion 360, adjusting the kerf to 0.1.
2nd Importing the DXF files to LaserWorks, start arranging them to reduce the waste of the Plywood.
The machine adjustments in Fablab el Maadi.
The machine adjustments in Fablab Zagazig.
Project Electronics & Power Management
Project Electronics & Power Management
4- Describe your electronic circuit. What are the input and action components? What is the function of each? How do the components integrate together to form your smart system? (List the softwares/tools/components...etc that you used)
4- Describe your electronic circuit. What are the input and action components? What is the function of each? How do the components integrate together to form your smart system? (List the softwares/tools/components...etc that you used)
Arduino Uno
Tinker-Cad
Tinker-Cad
Wiring
Wiring
Wiring Video.mp4Wiring Details:
Wiring Details:
Bluetooth Module:
RX ===> TX Arduino Uno (green)
TX ===> RX Arduino Uno (orange)
GND ===> -ve rail breadboard (black)
Vcc ===> +ve rail breadboard (red)
MOTORS - L298n
OUTPUTS 1,2 ===> motor 1 ( red+brown)
OUTPUTS 3,4 ===> motor 2 ( green+orange)
Vcc ===> socket of the battery 9v (green)
GND ===> -ve rail on breadboard (black)
5v ===> +ve rail on breadboard (orange)
IN1,IN2 ===> pin 5,6 Arduino Uno (green, orange)
IN3,IN4 ===> pin 9,10 Arduino Uno (black,brown)
LCD screen
SDA ===> A4 Arduino Uno (green)
SCL ===>A5 Arduino Uno (blue)
GND ===> -ve rail breadboard (black)
Vcc ===> +ve rail breadboard (red)
Relay Module + Turbo Fan
COM ===> +ve adopter (black)
NO ===> +ve fan ( green)
Vin ===> +ve rail on breadboard (orange)
GND ===> -ve rail on breadboard (grey)
-VE fan ===> -ve adopter (grey)
+ve rocker switch ===> pin 7 Arduino Uno (yellow)
-ve rocker switch ===> -ve rail on breadboard (black)
Inputs
Inputs
& Actions
& Actions
Components:
Components:
Input Components:
1. Bluetooth Module (Serial Communication):
Input Type: Bluetooth commands (F, B, L, R, S).
Action Triggered:
F: Move motors forward.
B: Move motors backward.
L: Turn left.
R: Turn right.
S: Stop motors.
2. Button:
Input Type: Physical button press (buttonPin set to INPUT_PULLUP).
Action Triggered:
- If the button is pressed, the turbo fan is toggled ON for 3 seconds, then OFF for 4 seconds.
Action(Output) Components:
1. Motors (Motor 1 & Motor 2):
Control Pins
- Motor 1: in1, in2.
- Motor 2: in3, in4.
Action:
- Move forward, backward, left, right, or stop based on Bluetooth commands.
2. Turbo Fan (Relay-Controlled):
Control Pin: relaypin
Action:
- Fan turns ON or OFF based on button input. It also runs for specific durations based on timing logic.
3. LCD Display:
Control Type: Display text (quotes) on a 16x2 LCD.
Action:
- Displays motivational quotes, updated every 10 seconds.
5- What is your power source? How did you select the suitable power source for your project? (List the softwares/tools/components...etc that you used)
5- What is your power source? How did you select the suitable power source for your project? (List the softwares/tools/components...etc that you used)
Battery 9 volts
Battery 9 volts
The planter is moving, so using the adopter would be an obstacle in moving; that's why the battery was the best scenario.
Also there's a charger for the battery.
DC Power Jack
DC Power Jack
To connect the Arduino with the battery.
Project Programming
Project Programming
6- Describe the code of your project. How did you program each function of the project?
6- Describe the code of your project. How did you program each function of the project?
Softwares
Softwares
Arduino Uno
Arduino Bluetooth Controller Application
Features:
Features:
1. Bluetooth Control: The user can control motor movement with Bluetooth commands such as F (Forward), B (Backward), L (Left), R (Right), and S (Stop).
2. Manual Fan Control: The turbo fan can be turned on or off manually using a button. It runs for 5 seconds, and rests for 3 seconds after being pressed.
3. Quote Display: Motivational quotes are shown on a 16x2 LCD, changing every 10 seconds.
Project Integration & Testing
Project Integration & Testing
7- Demonstrate with text and visuals how did you integrate the project’s modules together? What are the testing results? (Include a Demo video separately, showing a proof of functionality)
7- Demonstrate with text and visuals how did you integrate the project’s modules together? What are the testing results? (Include a Demo video separately, showing a proof of functionality)
Project Integration
Project Integration
Using Fusion 360's joint feature, measuring all the components to make sure that they'll be mounted easily, and finally mounting them after fabrication, solving the problems.
Close shot for the enclosure mounting
Mounting
Mounting
Using:
T-slots
3mm screws and nuts
Captive nuts
Cross slots
Wedge joints
3D printed brackets
Functionality of features:
The device is performing minimum, complete, and nice to have features.
Demo Video.mp4Sharing & Collaboration
Sharing & Collaboration
8- Did you ask for feedback? What are the ideas that others have contributed or suggested? What was someone else’s idea that you built upon? How did you help your peers? How did your peers help you?
8- Did you ask for feedback? What are the ideas that others have contributed or suggested? What was someone else’s idea that you built upon? How did you help your peers? How did your peers help you?
Menna helped me a lot since the beginning, I was thinking of two ideas, but she helped me pick one.
Also, the nice-to-have feature, the LCD screen display was her idea, and I thought of making it display motivational funny quotes.
Actually all group were very supportive, they kept checking on me as I had a medical issue, and they are very kind, Thank you, guys 🥰
Last day at the lab -for the diploma hopefully-
Overcoming Challenges
Overcoming Challenges
9- When you got stuck, what/who did you turn to? At what point did you have to pause to research or learn more before moving on? What are some mistakes, pitfalls, or challenges that others can avoid if they were doing this project?
9- When you got stuck, what/who did you turn to? At what point did you have to pause to research or learn more before moving on? What are some mistakes, pitfalls, or challenges that others can avoid if they were doing this project?
Mental & Physical Challenges
Mental & Physical Challenges
Perfectionism
Freaking Out
Being really sick
Gratitude Moment:
Gratitude Moment:
I'm pretty thankful for their help..
Thank you ❤️
The Bluetooth module wasn't working
Menna helped me in troubleshooting, and Mego gave me another one.
The fan wasn't applying the code
Menna helped me in troubleshooting the wiring.
When I added the rocker switch, the code stopped working.
Menna debugged the code, I forgot to write PULLUP beside pinMode
Abdelrahman helped me with every problem, but especially saving another slot for me; because I was sick.
The 3D printer had some issues, every printing a new problem kept showing up, but Dina helped me, she sliced the bracket, also she stayed up late with me, till 12:30 am.
The bracket was printed on two stages, so I glued it, but I faced a problem with balance.
Balance problem.mp4The function was good, but it wouldn't last longer as there was a fraction between the middle part of the planter and the floor.
My father helped me in creating support below the 2 parts and the bracket.
It worked 👍
Incorrect Measurements of rocket switch.
Using a knife and fire in widening the open of the switch, until it mounted 👍
The planter was touching the floor from the front.
The problem was that the 3rd wheel wasn't centered.
The solution was translating the 3rd wheel to the center of the mass.
Motor problem.mp4After all that I discovered another problem, the planter weren't stable.
The holder of the left motor wasn't mounted well, which caused instability.
That's it :''''
Future Work
Future Work
10- If you had more time, what is one thing you would change/ Do next in your project?
10- If you had more time, what is one thing you would change/ Do next in your project?
More time ??
" طب بالإذن بقى عشان همّوت نفسي"
Widening the base of the bracket
Widening the base of the bracket
To solve the problem of the balance, without any additions.
Bigger pot + detecting
Bigger pot + detecting
I want it to move through the whole apartment, so adding the feature of detecting whether there's a wall or not so it can move alone.
Final Project Design Files
Final Project Design Files
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