Final Project Dissemination Plan
Final Project: Smart Pillbox
The final assembled version of the Smart Pillbox system.
1. Intellectual Property & Licensing
For my final project, the Smart Pillbox, I have chosen a dual-licensing strategy to ensure both the protection of my work and its accessibility to the maker community:
- Documentation and Design Files: I am licensing the 2D/3D design files and the project documentation under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International (CC BY-NC-SA 4.0).
- Software and Firmware: Since Creative Commons is not recommended for software, I am licensing the source code under the MIT License.
2. Business Model & Strategy
Funding & Support: For the initial funding, I plan to discuss the project with Christian Schuss to explore potential support through laboratory resources or academic grants for prototyping. This collaboration will be essential for the initial development phase.
Production & Sourcing: To minimize costs, electronic components like the ESP32 and various sensors will be sourced directly from suppliers in China at wholesale prices. Early production will take place in shared makerspaces or local workshops.
The DIY Kit Strategy: I have chosen to offer a DIY Kit instead of a finished product for several reasons:
- Modular Compatibility: The kit is designed to be compatible with standard, low-cost pillboxes already on the market, allowing users to upgrade existing products.
- Lower Barriers: Providing kits simplifies the shipping process and bypasses the complex regulatory certifications required for finished medical devices.
- Educational Value: It empowers caregivers and users to understand the technology they are using, fostering a sense of ownership.
3. AI Usage & Transparency
The technical materials and presentation for this project were enhanced using professional AI platforms and design tools to ensure clarity.
Slide Design (Canva Premium):
"The presentation slides were meticulously designed using Canva Premium, leveraging its high-fidelity Graphic Elements and AI-powered layout tools to establish a strong visual hierarchy. The design process involved custom typography selection and a curated color palette to ensure professional consistency. AI-assisted background removal and smart-mockup features were utilized to integrate technical sketches seamlessly, creating a cohesive and polished visual identity that aligns with the project’s innovative theme."
Image Visualization (DALL-E 3 / Midjourney):
"The visual conceptualization of the Smart Pillbox was achieved through advanced AI-driven rendering using DALL-E 3 and Midjourney. The process focused on generating a high-precision isometric technical sketch that serves as a visual bridge between the conceptual design and the final prototype. By utilizing complex prompts, the AI rendered realistic textures such as the transparent acrylic lid and the 3D printed polymer base, while maintaining a professional blueprint aesthetic on a grid paper background. This visualization was crucial for identifying the spatial arrangement of the labeled electronic components before the actual physical assembly."
Video Generation (Banana AI):
"Based on the provided technical sketch, generate a high-quality 3D product showcase video of the smart pillbox. The video should highlight the 7 individual compartments for each day of the week, featuring a sleek, semi-transparent lid. Show a close-up of the integrated electronic sensors and a subtle glowing light effect indicating a medication reminder. The camera should perform a smooth 360-degree orbital shot, demonstrating how the device wirelessly syncs with a mobile smartphone interface. Professional studio lighting with a clean, minimalist background."
4. Summary Slide & Video
Below are the drafts for my final presentation. Both files are located in the Week4 directory.
Presentation Slide: Download/View pillbox-sketch.png
Presentation Video: Download/Watch presentation.mp4
ffmpeg with the command:ffmpeg -i input.mp4 -vcodec libx264 -crf 28 presentation.mp4