hyper visible power meter
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Project Goals
Create a hyper visible power meter.
Meter will display:•Battery status •Power generated by volunteers
Meter must have low power consumption. Meter must meet client’s needs.
CriteriaCriteria Weight
(1-10)Description
Visibility 10 Display data clearly and simply up to 20 ft.
Power Draw 9 Lowest energy use with highest visibility
Durability 8 Resist elements, protect electronics, deter vandalism
Portability 7 Easy to set up, adaptable location
Reproducibility 6 Detailed step by step instructions
Cost 4 Budget of $375
Construction CostMaterials Use Quantity Estimated
Total PriceActual Price
Aluminum plates Frame to support meter
15 $150.00 $0.00
Arduino Lily pad microcontroller
Electronics to measure power
3 $39.99 $39.99
Wheels Transportability 4 $25.00 $0.00
Aluminum tubing Supports meter 4 $20.00 $0.00
LED lights Visibility 100 $6.99 $6.99
Circuit board Electronics to measure battery
1 $42.00 $42.00
Electronic wires Electronics 5 $1.00 $0.00
Cost of Materials
Total $284.98 $ 88.98
Labor and Maintenance CostsDesign Cost
Total Hours: 352
Item Estimated Annual Cost
Aluminum Materials $3.50
LEDs $1.00
Electronics $3.50
Wheels $1.00
56.0 %
2.8%
10.2%
14.0%
17.0%
Maintenance Cost
Phase 1 – Specification
Phase 2 – Literature Review
Phase 3 – Alternate Solutions
Phase 4 – Decision: Choice
Phase 5 – Decision: Specification
Conclusion
• Highly Visible• Efficient • Tough • Transportable & Easy to use• Innovative design inspires imagination• Low cost through reclaimed material