Final Design Steps 

Overview: The final design steps involved finishing and making sure our wireless heating pad prototype worked properly. We spent time testing it carefully to fix any problems and make sure it was safe to use. After that, we worked on getting people interested in our product. We created clear and easy-to-understand explanations and demonstrations to show how the heating pad works and why it is useful. We also prepared some materials, like posters and handouts, to help explain our project better. Finally, we promoted our wireless heating pad during a special STEM presentation night. This event gave us a chance to share our work with other students, teachers, and guests who are interested in science and technology. It was a great opportunity to answer questions, get feedback, and show how our project fits into the world of STEM. Through this presentation, we hoped to inspire others and possibly find new ideas or support to improve our heating pad even more in the future.

Capstone Prototype Tests Lab Report: An important aspect of developing our wireless heating pad prototype was thoroughly testing it to ensure that it functioned exactly as we intended. Testing was crucial because it allowed us to identify any flaws or areas for improvement before finalizing the design. To achieve this, we conducted a series of different tests, each targeting a specific aspect of the heating pad’s performance. One key test was the heat distribution test, which helped us determine whether the heating elements spread warmth evenly across the entire surface. This was important because uneven heating could cause discomfort or reduce the effectiveness of the product. Another critical test was the battery efficiency test, which measured how long the battery could power the heating pad under normal usage conditions. By monitoring battery life, we could assess whether the device was energy-efficient and practical for everyday use without frequent recharging. Through these and other tests, we gathered valuable data that guided us in refining the prototype to meet our goals for safety, comfort, and usability. Below, are a few pages of our lab report that allowed us to successfully text out prototype. 

Promoting Our Product: We used several different methods to promote our wireless heating pad, but the most effective and beneficial tools were our business cards and flyers. These printed materials gave us a simple yet powerful way to share information about our product with potential customers and interested viewers. The business cards were especially useful because they allowed us to provide a quick, professional introduction to our product, including our contact details for anyone who wanted to learn more. Meanwhile, the flyers offered more space to explain the key features, benefits, and uses of the heating pad in a clear and visually appealing way. Together, these materials helped the audience get a better understanding of what our product was all about, making it easier to spark interest and encourage further conversation. By handing out business cards and flyers at events like the STEM presentation night, we were able to connect with people in a direct and memorable way.

Conclusion: Our project centered on the creation of a wireless heating pad, developed with the goal of providing comfort, convenience, and portability in everyday use. The design and development process involved many steps, including research, prototyping, and extensive testing to ensure the device worked safely and efficiently. We focused particularly on conducting heat distribution tests to ensure the pad delivered consistent warmth across its surface, as well as battery efficiency tests to measure how long the pad could run before needing a recharge. These tests were crucial in helping us fine-tune the product and make sure it would be effective and reliable for users. Overall, this project was a meaningful experience that combined engineering, creativity, and communication. We not only developed a functional and innovative product, but also learned how to work as a team, solve problems, present ideas clearly, and respond to feedback. The process helped us grow in confidence and showed us what’s possible when we bring together practical skills with a real desire to improve everyday life. It also gave us a glimpse into what it’s like to take an idea from the planning stages all the way to a real, working product ready to share with others.