RHYS HUNTER PORTFOLIO
ESP32 based business card with wireless power
Overview:
Business card designed to be placed on a wireless charging pad. I will then power and broadcast this portfolio.
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Technology Used:
ESP32, Kicad PCB Design, web development​
Challenges:
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Designing wireless power tuning circuit
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Hand soldering 0402 components
CAD Pin Art Visualizer
Overview:
This device takes a CAD design and displays it in physical space.
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Technology Used:
Raspberry Pi, Arduino, PWM, servo motors.
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Challenges:
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Translating CAD models to a 2d array
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Controlling 100 actuators in a tight space
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Fabricating accurately with basic tools
Hand Cast Engagement Ring
Overview:
White gold home cast ring.
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Technology Used:
Lost wax casting, spin casting, 3D wax printing
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Challenges:
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Reliable casting without high ambient temperatures and vacuum machinery
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Accurate machining with hand tools and no experience
Compliment Box
Overview:
This device will show the user a new compliment when they press the button.
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Technology Used:
E-ink display, Arduino
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Challenges:
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Low power operation
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Interfacing with an E-ink display with no documentation or drivers
Pizza Cutter
Overview:
Home-made pizza cutter with skyline silhouette inserts​
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Technology Used:
Resin casting
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Challenges:
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Novel concept of casting ink in resin
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Machining interference fits without a lathe
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Working with tool steel