September:

• Initial device requirements were created and revised
• Realistic constraints were determined for the project

October:

• A Gantt chart was developed to track design, verification, and validation activities
• Decision matrices were made for different parts (temperature sensor, depth camera, microphone, and microcontrollers) to inform part selection
• A budget was created for sensors, microcontrollers, and other necessary project components

November

• Standards that relate to the design and testing of the device were found
• The team completed a hazard analysis to identify and mitigate potential risks
• A safety survey was completed to identify hazards present during manufacturing and testing
• The team completed an interim design presentation in front of other students and faculty
• Solidworks models were created for potential parent device and monitoring device designs (see Design Progress)

December

• Final design was chosen and parts were ordered
• The team completed the final design presentation for students and faculty

January

• Parts received to start manufacturing
• Began setup and coding of microcontrollers

February

• Produced verification protocols to test each specification
• Produced required validation protocol
• Produced code for measuring respiratory rate, heart rate, body position, and temperature
• Constructed breadboard circuits for LED and LCD outputs

March

• Created drawings and 3D models for component boxes and got them approved for manufacturing
• Showcased progress in demonstration to the faculty

April

• Manufactured project boxes for device components
• Began assembly of final prototype
• Presented design poster at NEBEC 2025