I think my MCA deeper dive project is coming along pretty well. I\u2019m finding different models of what I want to print that are cool, I\u2019ve tried different materials- some have failed, and others have succeeded. But honestly, I\u2019m a little doubtful about the effectiveness; I mean, I have a defined problem, I have a solution in mind, but I feel like what I am is incomplete, especially in terms of coding. My MCA includes Arduino programming. But Alex reassured me that the product doesn\u2019t need to be perfect, very professional, excellent; just something that\u2019s functional, the idea, the process, matter most-but hey, I\u2019m a little too ambitious and time is limited at the moment. I even designed a bracelet myself on SolidWorks with Emily\u2019s help but, it was not an easy task. Thanks to Sam who checks my prints when I am a little inattentive or disorganized in the lab!!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In our group (Additive Manufacturing), I\u2019ve also noticed similarities between our different ideas-maybe we can continue to work on that even after the program with Alex and get something really nice. Glen helped me a lot with Arduino wiring; I even learned how to solder a wire (I learn new things every day here!). I\u2019m still working on the Arduino programming. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
We went on a soundwalk around campus today for our main research, listening to and recording sounds; it was pretty good and, above all, therapeutic. Interesting a bird sound, depending on the environment, can resonate differently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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