Proposal Progress | Week 8

Dates: 6/23/25 - 6/29/25

This week, I integrated the wiring and soldering details into the project’s monetary budget and adjusted the associated table for optimal display on the website. I also expanded the references section by including relevant ANSI, NEMA, and IPC standards.

In terms of technical research, I investigated further specifications for the project’s battery, focusing on charge and discharge rates. Unfortunately, the manufacturer’s listing lacked detailed datasets; however, I identified a potentially comparable datasheet based on the same model. Final specifications will be confirmed through physical testing.

Additionally, I designed and implemented a new standardized format for documenting both group and individual weekly progress. This updated layout enhances clarity and better represents overall project development. I retroactively updated all entries for group and personal contributions. Website maintenance efforts included the removal of redundant pages and content for improved navigation and performance.

Followed up with Tyler from Lighthouse of Central Folrida and finalized the survey content and coordinated its distribution to participants for response. We currently have several responses and are hoping to have more in the coming weeks which will heopfully include another non-profit organization, the "Florida Center for the Blind". Still awiaitng a response from Valencia's OSD (Office of Students with Disabilities) with the survey participation inquiry.

On the hardware side, I continued refining the CAD model by modifying the faceplate and designing two new components: the front plate and a section of the enclosure.