Element I
Testing, Data Collection, and Analysis
Testing, Data Collection, and Analysis
This element shows the data gathered during the testing procedures and trials of our prototype. The compilation of data will prove whether we met the design requirements outlined.
Test 1 Collection
Design Requirement #1: The Solution shall be able to sense motion and function accordingly:
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Test 2 and 8 Collection
Design Requirement #2: Fit over existing light switches, and have all mechanical and electrical functionalities remaining inside a 2.75” x 4.5” (width x height rectangular) constraint
#8: Not protrude any more than 3" from the existing light switch plate:
Tester Names:
Paul and Sadie
Test Location:
Workshop Lightswitch
Test Date:
4/8
Data:
#2 During the construction of the prototype, all digital and mechanical components fit comfortably and effectively inside the shell
#8 The prototype extrudes about 1.5" off of a standard light switch plate
Test 3 Collection
Design Requirement #3: Works for both toggle and rocker light switches and not require connection to existing switch wires:
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Test 4 Collection
Design Requirement #4: Only require maintenance out of the box, not needing to be extensively interacted with after setting up the first time, aside from battery replacement/recharge or personal settings adjustment, with an assembly/set-up time of under 3 minutes:
Tester Names:
Sadie, Robert, Dr. Wazenski
Test Location:
Workshop
Test Date:
4/10
Data:
Our test subject was able to install and use the prototype in approximately 1 minute and 2 seconds. More trials coming soon!
Test 5 Collection
Design Requirement #5: Have all components, materials, and manufacturing prices for a single product add up to below $40, with an MSRP estimation of below $20, in a theoretical mass production:
Tester Names:
Robert, Paul, and Sadie
Test Location:
Separate homes
Test Date:
4/10
Data:
The estimated total of a single prototype built in the innovation center is approximated to $9.65
Test 6 Collection
Design Requirement #6: Include a manual override button that allows users to override the automatic features so that the usual use of the light switch can still be used:
Tester Names:
Michael Webb, Sadie, Paul, Robert
Test Location:
Workshop Lightswitch
Test Date:
4/11
Data:
The prototype was able to consistently flip a toggle light switch 5 times in a row over 3 separate trials.
Test 9 Collection
Design Requirement #9: Contain no sharp edges or exposed wiring that may cause harm to the user:
Tester Names:
Paul
Test Location:
Innovation Center
Test Date:
4/8
Data:
The prototype contains no wiring exposed outside of the shell or any harsh edges that could potentially hurt the consumer. All edges are filleted to have a smooth slope.
Test 10 Collection
Design Requirement #10: Have a total weight of no more than 4 lbs:
Tester Names:
Paul and Sadie
Test Location:
Innovation Center
Test Date:
4/10
Data:
The complete overlay, fully constructed and containing the battery, weighs 6.6 oz
Test 11
Design Requirement #11: Contain a shell that will house the components of a motor, micro-controller, and power source, along with the mechanical features, and will be 3D Printed in a PLA or PETG filament material to protect and streamline function:
Tester Names:
Paul
Test Location:
Innovation Center
Test Date:
3/28
Data:
All digital and mechanical components comfortably fit inside the 3D-printed shell. The shell is durable against any rough actions like dropping.
Test 12 Collection
Design Requirement #12: Remain minimalistic, and neutrally colored, such as white or light gray, so as to not distract from an existing appealing room through unnecessary unattractive features:
Tester Names:
Paul, Sadie, various teachers, students, and faculty
Test Location:
Innovation Center
Test Date:
4/10
Data:
The overlay was met with an overwhelmingly positive response garnering mostly 5's with an average of 4.55 on the attractiveness scale between 1-5.
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