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Homework 2 - PCB Pendant

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PCB Pendant

This PCB in the shape of a heart uses a 555 Timer to create a flashing LED light

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Alt angle 1

A top down view of the piece

Alt angle 2

A side angle of the piece, where we can more closely see the wires and the soldering beads

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Process

The most creative process was the designing of the PCB. I wanted to create an interesting structure that was both compact but not too compact. I enjoyed the process of trial and error and problem solving where to place components such that the wires wouldn't cross.

In terms of the outline, I chose to create a rough, jagged outline of the heart rather than use curves to better match the sharp turns of the copper wires and components.

Through working on this project, I began to see how to make creative decisions that were inspired by the existing components and environment. Rather than coming up with an idea or creating something completely from scratch, I like the idea of integrating the piece into the existing environment.