Project
| # | Title | Team Members | TA | Documents | Sponsor |
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| 12 | Bench Organizer |
Liangcheng Sun Max Mu |
Maanas Sandeep Agrawal | proposal1.pdf |
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| # Bench Organizer ## Team Members: - Liangcheng Sun (ls25) - Xiaohu Mu (xiaohum2) # Problem Most desk organizers only store items and don’t help users stay organized or productive. People often lose track of small items like pens or keys, which makes working harder. Digital tools exist, but they don’t work well with physical workspaces. We need a better way to help people keep their bench tidy and stay focused. # Solution We aim to create a Bench Organizer that detects and tracks items to help users stay organized. It will use RFID technology to know if items like pens are in the right place and send reminders if something is missing. The system will also include a custom PCB to connect and manage all components. The system will also include extra features like a wireless charging pad and Bluetooth notifications if time allows. # Solution Components ## Item Detection Subsystem This subsystem will use RFID technology to track items in the organizer. It will incorporate NFC stickers attached to items like pens and keys, and an embedded NFC reader (e.g., PN532 module) in the organizer to detect their presence. The microcontroller (e.g., Arduino Uno) will process the data and check if each item is in its correct spot. This subsystem will send the detection results to the notification subsystem. ## Notification Subsystem This subsystem will alert users if any items are missing or misplaced. It will use LED lights to indicate the missing items and a buzzer for sound alerts. Additionally, a Bluetooth module (e.g., HC-05) can send notifications to a smartphone or computer. This subsystem will receive data from the item detection subsystem and trigger the appropriate notifications. ## PCB Subsystem The PCB will be designed and fabricated to integrate all the components of the organizer. It will act as the central hub to connect all other components. This part will ensure proper power distribution to each subsystem, including voltage regulation for different components. # Criterion For Success The organizer must detect and track items with at least 90% accuracy in tests. It must notify users when items are missing or misplaced. Additionally, this system should work well under normal indoor lighting. Extra features, if added, should work smoothly without affecting the main functions. |
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