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Project Ideation
Project Ideation
1- What sustainability-related problem or need does your project address? What were you inspired by? What is/are the SDG/s you are tackling in your project? Include images and videos of similar projects
1- What sustainability-related problem or need does your project address? What were you inspired by? What is/are the SDG/s you are tackling in your project? Include images and videos of similar projects
Pill Dispenser
Pill Dispenser
Make a prototype that supports people with needs, driven by my passion for helping others. The purpose of my project is to organize the timing and type of medication for any patient, specifically targeting individuals who often forget to take their medicine. This solution will address the challenge of medication adherence.
My project aims to be sustainable and socially beneficial, inspired by my grandmother's struggles with her illness.
2- Conduct a feasibility/impact assessment using the standard template and attach it below. How do you think this assessment will guide your design?
2- Conduct a feasibility/impact assessment using the standard template and attach it below. How do you think this assessment will guide your design?
Explain your impact assessment on those four pillars: social, economic, environmental, and natural resources. And, explain how this assessment will influence your project concept and goals.
ESG Digram
Social Impact:
1- My prototype aims to help people with Chronic diseases who keep forgetting to take their Pills on time
2- I believe that the prototype can help many different people, for example, the elderly or people with special needs
Economic Impact:
1- I believe it will be Medium priced
2- It's gonna help local manufacturing as it'll be made out of local materials starting from the Arduino and the materials even the machines
Environmental Impact:
1- So many parts of the prototype can be reused again or recycled
Natural Resources Impact:
1- I want to use recycled wood and PLA filament
2- Currently I don't think so but I hope I can find a way
3- Describe the project idea and general features. How would it work?
3- Describe the project idea and general features. How would it work?
A large box with smaller boxes within that will hold medication
that is orientated in the machine's boxes. And there is a certain time to open each box.
When the patient is around and It's time to take their medication, the ultrasonic works and opens the suitable box.
And there is a possibility to open it using a switch or button.
It includes a note-taking screen.
4- Sketch your project: You may use pen and paper or a simple sketching tool like Microsoft Paint or Photoshop
4- Sketch your project: You may use pen and paper or a simple sketching tool like Microsoft Paint or Photoshop
Project Planning
Project Planning
5- Describe the Technical Modules that your project consists of
5- Describe the Technical Modules that your project consists of
Construction Parts
The main structure of the Pill Dispenser will be made of wood so that parts will be made out of PLA Filament such as the circle with separate containers for each set of tablets and the cup.
Input
(Sensing, Tactile Input, and/or Graphical Input)
There will be a Push button to Dispense the pill.
Action
(Physical and/or Graphic)
When it's time to take a specific pill the circle with separate containers will rotate with "28BYJ" stepper motor
There will also be some kind of LEDs and a speaker.
Brain
I will be using Arduino Uno as the brain for the project.
Power Management
I will be using Battery and and adapter
6- How will you use tools like the laser cutter and 3D printer with sustainable materials to make your project eco-friendly? What materials will you use, and why are they sustainable choices?
6- How will you use tools like the laser cutter and 3D printer with sustainable materials to make your project eco-friendly? What materials will you use, and why are they sustainable choices?
Describe how your project will leverage maker tools like laser cutters or 3D printers to reduce waste, and increase maintainability. Also, explain your choice of materials such as fabric, plastic filament, or recycled plastic sheets to support green innovation. Select materials with low environmental impact, and explain their relevance to your project.
My primary focus is on designing user-centric features that enhance the sustainability of projects utilizing maker tools and equipment such as 3D printers, laser cutters, and more. To construct the physical structure of the Pill Dispenser, I will leverage the Diploma maker tools and equipment, including 3D printers and laser cutters. The main materials I plan to use are wood and PLA filament. I am emphasizing key aspects like waste reduction, ease of production, and maintainability, all of which play a crucial role in ensuring the project's overall sustainability.
The Pill Dispenser will be open-source and thoroughly documented, making it easy for anyone to maintain and replicate the project. This approach not only simplifies upkeep but also extends the project's lifespan, contributing to its long-term sustainability.
7- Create a cardboard prototype of your project, demonstrating the project face as well as internal movements and mechanisms. Include a demo video and photos of the prototype.
7- Create a cardboard prototype of your project, demonstrating the project face as well as internal movements and mechanisms. Include a demo video and photos of the prototype.
The project prototype
8- Categorize your project’s User Features into: Minimum, Complete, and Nice-to-have features. List the required action and input components per feature.
8- Categorize your project’s User Features into: Minimum, Complete, and Nice-to-have features. List the required action and input components per feature.
Minimum Features: are the least amount of features that would demonstrate the coverage of all the technical modules and their complete integration
Complete Features: are the set of features that will complete your original project objective and vision
Nice-to-have Features: are the extra set of features that will make the project cooler, yet they need extra time, effort, and/or resources to finish
Minimum User Features
The pills are dispensed when a user presses a push button, which triggers the stepper motor to rotate. This rotation activates the mechanism that holds and releases the pills.
Action: Stepper Motor
Sensing: None
User Input: Push Button
Complete User Features
Automated Pill Dispensing Based on Timer:
The pills are dispensed automatically according to a preset timer
Action: Stepper Motor
Sensing: RTC Sensor (to track time)
User Input: None
Display Time, Date, and Remaining Pills on LCD:
The LCD screen shows the current time, date, and the number of remaining pills.
Action: LCD Screen
Sensing: RTC Sensor (to fetch time and date)
User Input: None
Nice-to-have User Features
Bluetooth Communication with the Device:
The device is equipped with Bluetooth functionality, allowing it to communicate wirelessly with a smartphone or other compatible devices. This enables remote control and monitoring of the pill dispenser.
Action: Sending and receiving data/commands via Bluetooth.
Sensing: Detecting Bluetooth signals and processing incoming commands.
User Input: User interacts through a mobile app or interface to send commands, set timers, or check pill availability.
9- How will you incorporate Arduino programming, sensors, and actuators to enhance the sustainability features of your project?
9- How will you incorporate Arduino programming, sensors, and actuators to enhance the sustainability features of your project?
Describe how you’ll use Arduino programming, along with sensors and actuators, to create functions that improve your project’s efficiency, reduce resource use, or monitor environmental impact.
Energy Efficiency
Energy Efficiency
Sensors:
Power consumption sensors to monitor energy usage.
Motion sensors (e.g., PIR) to detect user presence.
Actuators:
Relays to control power to non-essential components.
Function:
Implement a low-power sleep mode when the dispenser is not in use.
Wake up the system only when the user is nearby (detected by motion sensors).
Optimize energy usage by powering down motors and displays when not needed.
Elderly patients :
Elderly patients :
Sensors:
RTC module, IR sensors, temperature/humidity sensors, and weight sensors.
Actuators: Stepper motor, LCD display, buzzer, and small fan.
Function:
Dispense pills at scheduled times and notify the user with a buzzer and display message.
Monitor storage conditions and activate a fan if humidity is too high.
Track pill usage and send alerts to a caregiver’s smartphone if a dose is missed or pills are running low.
Log data to a cloud platform for remote monitoring by healthcare providers.
10- What are the required electronic components and materials for the project?
10- What are the required electronic components and materials for the project?
Component/Material
Amount
Link
Arduino Uno and USB cable
one
I already have it in the kit!
PushButton
one
I already have it in the kit!
LCD screen (16x2) with I2C module
one
I already have it in the kit!
Humidity and temperature sensor (DHT11)
one
I already have it in the kit!
Buzzer
one
I already have it in the kit!
9V adapter
one
I already have it in the kit!
LED/mini Bulb
one
I already have it in the kit!
DS3231 Real-Time Clock (RTC) Module
one
https://free-electronic.com/product/real-time-clock-rtc-ds3231/
Bluetooth Module HC-05
Bluetooth Module HC-05
one
https://free-electronic.com/product/bluetooth-module-hc-05-6pin-button/
Jumper Wires and Crocodile wires
Jumper Wires and Crocodile wires
Alot
I already have it in the kit!
Breadboard
Breadboard
one
I already have it in the kit!
11- What are the project tasks and its time-frame?
11- What are the project tasks and its time-frame?
Task
Sub-Tasks
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Electronics
Design a basic circuit incorporating essential components (Motor, Pushbutton, Buzzer, LED, and RTC module) and connect it to a breadboard and Arduino Uno. Then, expand the circuit by integrating additional features, including a DHT11 sensor and an LCD screen.
18/2
19/2
Programming
First, write the code for the new components (RTC module, LED, and Buzzer) using Arduino and test each component individually.
Next, write the code for the remaining components (Motor, Pushbutton, DHT11 sensor, and LCD screen) and integrate it with the initial code.
Finally, connect the complete circuit to the laptop and test the full code.
20/2
22/2
Design the enclosure
Create CAD using Fusion 360
The Cylinder and the tube connected to it is going to be 3d printed
The rectangle that is going to contain the electronic parts is going to be Laser cut
23/2
25/2
Fabrication and Integration
Fabricate the designs using 3D printer and Laser cutter
Mount all of the components
Test the features (Minimum and complete)
26/2
28/2
Test the Assembled Device
Verify that the buttons, LED, and buzzer work as intended.
Ensure alarms are triggered and acknowledged correctly.
29/2
30/2
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