Fatema Alhalal – Aesthetics of Design

Main Project Report Part 2: Auto Pet Feeder

May 2, 2019

I did an Auto Pet Feeder. First, I went to the Makerspace in the Idea Forge to see if there’s a scrap of wood available in the size range I need. Luckily, I found what I’m looking for. It’s about 25″x13″ so I cut it in half using the bandsaw. Then, I gave them to…

Main Project Report Part 1: Auto Pet Feeder

April 25, 2019

Fatema Alhalal

Student Work

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I did an Auto Pet Feeder. First, I went to the Makerspace in the Idea Forge to see if there’s a scrap of wood available in the size range I need. Luckily, I found what I’m looking for. It’s about 25″x13″ so I cut it in half using the bandsaw. Then, I gave them to…

Main Project Final Stretch Progress 2019: Auto Pet Feeder

April 14, 2019

Fatema Alhalal

Student Work

4

I have my materials and my CAD model. I also got the Arduino code working. I realized I have to let my friend to paint it first and then I’ll work on it. Which means I’m changing the timeline I had. I gave the wood to my artist friend to paint it. While I’m waiting,…

Current vs 20th Century Design Movements

April 4, 2019

Fatema Alhalal

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The current Auto Pet feeders are made of Aluminum or plastic as most of modern devices. Mine will have a base of wood with the aesthetic painting that my artist friend ( the cat owner ) will do! It will be a mix of 20th century look from the outside and 2019 technology from the…

Construction Timeline

April 4, 2019

Fatema Alhalal

Student Work

5

Auto Pet Feeder Timeline: April 7: Get the Arduino Code DoneApril 8: Materials Delivered April 12: Wood Workshop and Laser Cutter and will hand it to my artist friendApril 15: Learning and Printing StickersApril 22: Presenting to My Pod

Design Review Report 2019: Auto Pet Feeder

March 15, 2019

Fatema Alhalal

Student Work

11

I will use wood for the base of my design. I might use laser cutter for the gate of the device. I want the arduino and all the wires to be hidden to improve the aesthetic of the device. I will use the sticker machine to print something that indicates that this is for Ashely…

Top 5 Constraints 2019: Auto Pet Feeder

March 6, 2019

Fatema Alhalal

Student Work

3

I will do an Auto Pet Feeder and here are my top 5 constraints: Aesthetic: As a mechanical engineer to be, my focus is usually on the functionality of the device but not this time. I’ll do my best to make by project looks beautiful! Cost: The average cost for this device is $50 and…

Main Project Inspirations 2019

February 27, 2019

Fatema Alhalal

Student Work

2

I was traveling with my friend who has a cat for one day. She left her cat with supplies that were enough till we get back. We had to extend our travel for an extra day and there was nothing for us to do. The only problem was her cat. I then thought of doing…

Skill sets and personal aspirations 2019

February 20, 2019

Fatema Alhalal

Student Work

2

I’m a mechanical engineering student in my senior year. First of all, I’m inspired by my father who’s an electrical engineer and he does a lot of projects by himself. He did a lot of awesome home projects with aesthetic designs, electrical and mechanical. He actually loved the board game I made so much that…

Upcycle Final Report: Board Game

February 10, 2019

Fatema Alhalal

Student Work

9

I love most kind of games and I’m addicted to any kind of board game. I started playing board games since I was 3 years old. I play with my friends, siblings, my parents, and my husband. I’m competitive in a good way ( I guess ) and it helped me to be creative. I…

Upcycle Inspiration: Board Game

February 6, 2019

Fatema Alhalal

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CAD Model of Jakaroo Board Game I love most kind of games and I’m addicted to any kind of board game. I started playing board games since I was 3 years old. I play with my friends, siblings, my parents, and my husband. I’m competitive in a good way ( I guess ) and it…

Upcycle Progress: Board Game

January 30, 2019

Fatema Alhalal

Student Work

4

My family is coming for my graduation and I decided to make a board game for them. It’s called Jakaroo and it’s a really good game. I decided to go with acrylic instead of wood because it’s lighter and it will take less time in the laser cutter. I got the acrylic sheet and it’s…

Aesthetic Exploration: The Third Eye

January 23, 2019

Fatema Alhalal

Student Work

2

The photographer has the chance to capture moments that not everybody sees and that’s the beauty of photograph. The camera is the third eye that captures memories with all the emotions with it. One of the most special days in our lives are wedding days. I can’t imagine a wedding without a photographer that’s ready…