Week 4 HTML Template Creation
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HTMAA 2025 · Saleem A. Al Dajani
Saleem A. Al Dajani
MIT CEE PhD @ AbuGoot and Gladyshev Labs
HTMAA 2025 · Making + AI for Aging & Longevity
Welcome
This is my home base for How to Make (Almost) Anything. I’m documenting weekly assignments, fabrication experiments, and a final project that bridges making with aging & health analytics.
🛠️ Digital fabrication
🧬 Bioprinting
📈 Sensing & ML
🎛️ Embedded systems
Now
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Final project directions
(A) Bioprinting rejuvenated tissue to measure function/compatibility. (B) A multimodal aging biomarker device (face, voice, ECG/HR/SpO₂/VO₂ max; possibly EEG/fNIRS).
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Focus this week
Set up documentation workflow, safety training, shop access, and first toolchain tests (CAD → CAM → cut/print).
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Local time
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Weekly Documentation
Week 00 · Introduction & design
Setup, parametric design
Week 01 · Principles & cutting
Version control, laser/vinyl
Week 02 · Embedded programming
Electronics basics
Week 03 · 3D scanning & printing
Meshes, AI tools
Week 04 · Electronics design
EDA, schematics
Week 05 · Electronics production
Debugging, assembly
Week 06 · Computer-controlled machining
CAM, milling
Week 07 · Input devices
Sensors, embedded architectures
Week 08 · Output devices
Actuators, system integration
Week 09 · Molding & casting
Forming, resins
Week 10 · Mechanical & machine design
Kits, midterm review
Week 11 · Networking & communications
BLE, Wi-Fi, AR/VR/MR
Week 12 · Interface & application programming
UI, applications
Week 13 · Wildcard & final orders
Why make (almost) anything, final orders
Week 14 · Final project
Development, exam, presentation
Lab Links & Logistics
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Class site — MAS.863
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Home base — EDS 38‑501 (hours: Sun 1p–12a; Mon–Thu 9a–12a; Fri 9a–5p)
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Safety & training — machine checkouts, PPE, material inventory
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Workflow — design (CAD) → toolpaths (CAM) → fabricate → test → iterate → document
Bioprinting Rejuvenated Tissue
Print muscle‑like constructs, benchmark mechanical properties, and study compatibility (old↔young cell mixes). Outputs: jigs, perfusion, test rig, imaging + data.
molding & casting
micro‑fluidics
mechanical tests
Aging Biomarker Device
Collect face + voice + vitals (ECG/HR/SpO₂/VO₂max; maybe EEG/fNIRS) for edge inference + on‑device logging. Emphasis on open, reproducible sensing.
embedded
signal processing
privacy‑aware ML
Toolchain Starter Kit
Minimal templates for week docs (Markdown → HTML), BOM tables, parametric CAD files, and reproducible build recipes.
templates
BOM
parametric CAD
Scratchpad
- Design doc: problem → constraints → experiments → results → risks → next steps.
- Document failures first; post photos, tool settings, and source files weekly.
- Target 1 new process/week (laser, PCB mill, composites, etc.).
Checklists
- ✔️ Git repo + web hosting set up
- ⬜ Shop safety & machine training
- ⬜ BOM tracker + suppliers
- ⬜ Sensor test harness (ECG/PPG)
Reading & Inspiration
Fabrication, sensing, and health tech; plus a few works-in-progress from my broader research.
- HTMAA Archive — past projects & processes for reference.
- OpenAI × Retro — lab/AI synergy inspiration.
- Trackio — simple experiment tracking (WIP).
Contact
sdajani [at] mit.edu ·
Google Scholar
Bio
I am a PhD student in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), with joint affiliations at Brigham and Women's Hospital (BWH, part of Mass General Brigham) and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC, part of Beth Israel Lahey Health) at Harvard Medical School (HMS), where I am a member of the Abudayyeh-Gootenberg Lab and the Gladyshev Lab. I am also affiliated with the Mesoscale Nuclear Materials (MNM) Group in the Short Lab within the Department of Nuclear Science and Engineering at MIT. My research integrates the mechanics of materials under extreme conditions with machine learning to advance health, aging, and longevity science.
Ethical AI Usage
Session transcripts where ChatGPT helped refine designs, code, and plans for this course.
Week 0
Initial setup and homepage development
- Drafting email for registration approval — 09/07/25
- HTMAA homepage structure & styling — 09/10/25
AI-Assisted HTML Generation Script
Created a Python script to automatically convert Cursor AI markdown transcripts to styled HTML files for better browser viewing.
Usage: python3 scripts/md_to_html_converter.py input.md output.html "Title" "Description"
AI-Assisted Prompt Generation
Developed systematic prompts for consistent footer updates and content management across all pages in the HTMAA documentation workflow.
Focus: Systematic content updates, footer standardization, and documentation workflow optimization
AI-Assisted Responsive Design Refactoring
Created comprehensive prompts for making the entire web repository fully responsive on phones while maintaining desktop-friendly design. Applied mobile-first responsive design principles, responsive tables, flexible layouts, and touch-friendly interactions.
Focus: Mobile-first responsive design, viewport optimization, responsive tables, flexible layouts, and touch-friendly UI
This work is licensed under a
Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International License
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Week 4 · Electronics Design
Week 4
Electronics Design
Week Highlights
This week focuses on electronics design using EDA tools to create embedded microcontroller systems. We'll learn schematic design, PCB layout, design rule checking, and simulation techniques.
Table of Contents
Course Content
Training & Documentation
Assignments & Projects
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This Week's Goals
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[Details]
- [Goal 2]
[Details]
- [Goal 3]
[Details]
Assignments
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[Details]
- [Assignment 2]
[Details]
Tools & Materials
- [Tool/Material 1]
- [Tool/Material 2]
Training Documentation
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[Video caption placeholder]
Useful Documentation
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Project 1
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Key Features
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- Feature 2
Technical Details
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- Detail 2
Project 2
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Design Files
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Reflections & Learnings
[Reflection notes placeholder.]
Contributions
[Acknowledgements / team roles placeholder.]
Ethical AI Use
[Brief note on AI tool usage this week placeholder.]
This work is licensed under a
Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International License
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Week 4 · Electronics Design
Week 4
Electronics Design
Week Highlights
This week focuses on electronics design using EDA tools to create embedded microcontroller systems. We'll learn schematic design, PCB layout, design rule checking, and simulation techniques.
Table of Contents
Course Content
Training & Documentation
Assignments & Projects
Electronics Design Week
This week introduces Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools for creating embedded microcontroller systems. We'll learn to design schematics, create PCB layouts, perform design rule checks, and simulate circuit operation before fabrication.
• Understanding microcontroller architectures and embedded systems
• Learning EDA tool workflows for schematic capture and PCB design
• Implementing design rule checks for successful fabrication
• Using simulation tools to verify circuit operation
This Week's Goals
- Master EDA Tools
Learn KiCad or Eagle for schematic capture and PCB layout design
- Design Embedded System
Create a complete microcontroller system using parts from the Fab inventory
- Simulate & Verify
Use simulation tools to verify circuit operation before fabrication
- Test Equipment Proficiency
Learn to use oscilloscopes, multimeters, and other test equipment
Assignments
- [Assignment 1]
[Details]
- [Assignment 2]
[Details]
Tools & Materials
- [Tool/Material 1]
- [Tool/Material 2]
Training Documentation
[Training notes placeholder.]
[Video caption placeholder]
Useful Documentation
[Links and brief descriptions placeholder.]
Project 1
[Project 1 description placeholder.]
[Image caption placeholder]
Key Features
- Feature 1
- Feature 2
Technical Details
- Detail 1
- Detail 2
Project 2
[Project 2 description placeholder.]
[Image 1 caption]
[Image 2 caption]
Design Files
[Links to CAD/SVG/assets placeholder.]
Reflections & Learnings
[Reflection notes placeholder.]
Contributions
[Acknowledgements / team roles placeholder.]
Ethical AI Use
[Brief note on AI tool usage this week placeholder.]
This work is licensed under a
Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International License
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Week 4 · Electronics Design
Week 4
Electronics Design
Week Highlights
This week focuses on electronics design using EDA tools to create embedded microcontroller systems. We'll learn schematic design, PCB layout, design rule checking, and simulation techniques.
Table of Contents
Course Content
Training & Documentation
Assignments & Projects
Electronics Design Week
This week introduces Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools for creating embedded microcontroller systems. We'll learn to design schematics, create PCB layouts, perform design rule checks, and simulate circuit operation before fabrication.
• Understanding microcontroller architectures and embedded systems
• Learning EDA tool workflows for schematic capture and PCB design
• Implementing design rule checks for successful fabrication
• Using simulation tools to verify circuit operation
This Week's Goals
- Master EDA Tools
Learn KiCad or Eagle for schematic capture and PCB layout design
- Design Embedded System
Create a complete microcontroller system using parts from the Fab inventory
- Simulate & Verify
Use simulation tools to verify circuit operation before fabrication
- Test Equipment Proficiency
Learn to use oscilloscopes, multimeters, and other test equipment
Assignments
- Group Assignment
Use test equipment to observe embedded microcontroller operation
- Individual Assignment
Design embedded system with EDA tool, check design rules, and simulate
Tools & Materials
- EDA Software
KiCad, Eagle, or Altium Designer
- Test Equipment
Oscilloscope, multimeter, function generator
- Simulation Tools
LTspice, ngspice, Wokwi
- Fab Inventory Parts
Microcontrollers, passive components, connectors
Training Documentation
[Training notes placeholder.]
[Video caption placeholder]
Useful Documentation
[Links and brief descriptions placeholder.]
Project 1
[Project 1 description placeholder.]
[Image caption placeholder]
Key Features
- Feature 1
- Feature 2
Technical Details
- Detail 1
- Detail 2
Project 2
[Project 2 description placeholder.]
[Image 1 caption]
[Image 2 caption]
Design Files
[Links to CAD/SVG/assets placeholder.]
Reflections & Learnings
[Reflection notes placeholder.]
Contributions
[Acknowledgements / team roles placeholder.]
Ethical AI Use
[Brief note on AI tool usage this week placeholder.]
This work is licensed under a
Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International License
Now let me update the training and documentation sections:
Week 4 · Electronics Design
Week 4
Electronics Design
Week Highlights
This week focuses on electronics design using EDA tools to create embedded microcontroller systems. We'll learn schematic design, PCB layout, design rule checking, and simulation techniques.
Table of Contents
Course Content
Training & Documentation
Assignments & Projects
Electronics Design Week
This week introduces Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools for creating embedded microcontroller systems. We'll learn to design schematics, create PCB layouts, perform design rule checks, and simulate circuit operation before fabrication.
• Understanding microcontroller architectures and embedded systems
• Learning EDA tool workflows for schematic capture and PCB design
• Implementing design rule checks for successful fabrication
• Using simulation tools to verify circuit operation
This Week's Goals
- Master EDA Tools
Learn KiCad or Eagle for schematic capture and PCB layout design
- Design Embedded System
Create a complete microcontroller system using parts from the Fab inventory
- Simulate & Verify
Use simulation tools to verify circuit operation before fabrication
- Test Equipment Proficiency
Learn to use oscilloscopes, multimeters, and other test equipment
Assignments
- Group Assignment
Use test equipment to observe embedded microcontroller operation
- Individual Assignment
Design embedded system with EDA tool, check design rules, and simulate
Tools & Materials
- EDA Software
KiCad, Eagle, or Altium Designer
- Test Equipment
Oscilloscope, multimeter, function generator
- Simulation Tools
LTspice, ngspice, Wokwi
- Fab Inventory Parts
Microcontrollers, passive components, connectors
Training Documentation
Essential training materials for electronics design, EDA tools, and test equipment operation.
Introduction to EDA tools and schematic design
EDA Tool Training
- KiCad schematic capture
- PCB layout and routing
- Design rule checking
- Footprint libraries
Test Equipment
- Oscilloscope operation
- Multimeter measurements
- Function generator setup
- Probe calibration
Useful Documentation
Essential resources for electronics design, EDA tools, and embedded systems development.
EDA Tools & Software
- KiCad — Open-source EDA suite
- Eagle — Professional PCB design
- Altium Designer — Advanced PCB design
- Wokwi — Online Arduino simulator
Simulation & Testing
- LTspice — Circuit simulation
- ngspice — Open-source SPICE
- Falstad Circuit — Interactive simulation
- Fab Inventory — Available components
Test Equipment Guides
- Oscilloscope Basics — Tektronix tutorial
- Multimeter Usage — SparkFun guide
- MIT Academy Electronics Design — Course reference
Project 1
[Project 1 description placeholder.]
[Image caption placeholder]
Key Features
- Feature 1
- Feature 2
Technical Details
- Detail 1
- Detail 2
Project 2
[Project 2 description placeholder.]
[Image 1 caption]
[Image 2 caption]
Design Files
[Links to CAD/SVG/assets placeholder.]
Reflections & Learnings
[Reflection notes placeholder.]
Contributions
[Acknowledgements / team roles placeholder.]
Ethical AI Use
[Brief note on AI tool usage this week placeholder.]
This work is licensed under a
Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International License
Now let me update the project sections to focus on the group and individual assignments:
Week 4 · Electronics Design
Week 4
Electronics Design
Week Highlights
This week focuses on electronics design using EDA tools to create embedded microcontroller systems. We'll learn schematic design, PCB layout, design rule checking, and simulation techniques.
Table of Contents
Course Content
Training & Documentation
Assignments & Projects
Electronics Design Week
This week introduces Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools for creating embedded microcontroller systems. We'll learn to design schematics, create PCB layouts, perform design rule checks, and simulate circuit operation before fabrication.
• Understanding microcontroller architectures and embedded systems
• Learning EDA tool workflows for schematic capture and PCB design
• Implementing design rule checks for successful fabrication
• Using simulation tools to verify circuit operation
This Week's Goals
- Master EDA Tools
Learn KiCad or Eagle for schematic capture and PCB layout design
- Design Embedded System
Create a complete microcontroller system using parts from the Fab inventory
- Simulate & Verify
Use simulation tools to verify circuit operation before fabrication
- Test Equipment Proficiency
Learn to use oscilloscopes, multimeters, and other test equipment
Assignments
- Group Assignment
Use test equipment to observe embedded microcontroller operation
- Individual Assignment
Design embedded system with EDA tool, check design rules, and simulate
Tools & Materials
- EDA Software
KiCad, Eagle, or Altium Designer
- Test Equipment
Oscilloscope, multimeter, function generator
- Simulation Tools
LTspice, ngspice, Wokwi
- Fab Inventory Parts
Microcontrollers, passive components, connectors
Training Documentation
Essential training materials for electronics design, EDA tools, and test equipment operation.
Introduction to EDA tools and schematic design
EDA Tool Training
- KiCad schematic capture
- PCB layout and routing
- Design rule checking
- Footprint libraries
Test Equipment
- Oscilloscope operation
- Multimeter measurements
- Function generator setup
- Probe calibration
Useful Documentation
Essential resources for electronics design, EDA tools, and embedded systems development.
EDA Tools & Software
- KiCad — Open-source EDA suite
- Eagle — Professional PCB design
- Altium Designer — Advanced PCB design
- Wokwi — Online Arduino simulator
Simulation & Testing
- LTspice — Circuit simulation
- ngspice — Open-source SPICE
- Falstad Circuit — Interactive simulation
- Fab Inventory — Available components
Test Equipment Guides
- Oscilloscope Basics — Tektronix tutorial
- Multimeter Usage — SparkFun guide
- MIT Academy Electronics Design — Course reference
Group Assignment: Test Equipment Operation
Use the test equipment in your lab to observe the operation of an embedded microcontroller. This assignment focuses on understanding how to use oscilloscopes, multimeters, and other test equipment to analyze microcontroller behavior and circuit operation.
Oscilloscope and multimeter setup for microcontroller testing
Test Equipment Used
- Digital oscilloscope
- Digital multimeter
- Function generator
- Logic analyzer
Measurements Taken
- Clock signal frequency
- Power supply voltage
- Digital I/O waveforms
- Current consumption
Key Learnings
Understanding how to properly probe circuits, interpret oscilloscope traces, and use test equipment to diagnose embedded system operation. This foundation is essential for debugging and verifying circuit designs before and after fabrication.
Individual Assignment: EDA Design & Simulation
Use an EDA tool to design an embedded microcontroller system using parts from the inventory, check its design rules for fabrication, and simulate its operation. This assignment involves complete schematic capture, PCB layout, design rule checking, and circuit simulation.
Complete schematic design in KiCad
PCB layout with routing and component placement
Design Process
- Schematic capture
- Component selection
- PCB layout design
- Design rule checking
Simulation & Verification
- Circuit simulation
- Timing analysis
- Power consumption
- Signal integrity
Design Requirements
- Use components from Fab inventory
- Include microcontroller and supporting circuitry
- Pass design rule checks for fabrication
- Simulate operation before fabrication
Design Files
[Links to CAD/SVG/assets placeholder.]
Reflections & Learnings
[Reflection notes placeholder.]
Contributions
[Acknowledgements / team roles placeholder.]
Ethical AI Use
[Brief note on AI tool usage this week placeholder.]
This work is licensed under a
Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International License
Now let me update the design files section and other remaining sections:
Week 4 · Electronics Design
Week 4
Electronics Design
Week Highlights
This week focuses on electronics design using EDA tools to create embedded microcontroller systems. We'll learn schematic design, PCB layout, design rule checking, and simulation techniques.
Table of Contents
Course Content
Training & Documentation
Assignments & Projects
Electronics Design Week
This week introduces Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools for creating embedded microcontroller systems. We'll learn to design schematics, create PCB layouts, perform design rule checks, and simulate circuit operation before fabrication.
• Understanding microcontroller architectures and embedded systems
• Learning EDA tool workflows for schematic capture and PCB design
• Implementing design rule checks for successful fabrication
• Using simulation tools to verify circuit operation
This Week's Goals
- Master EDA Tools
Learn KiCad or Eagle for schematic capture and PCB layout design
- Design Embedded System
Create a complete microcontroller system using parts from the Fab inventory
- Simulate & Verify
Use simulation tools to verify circuit operation before fabrication
- Test Equipment Proficiency
Learn to use oscilloscopes, multimeters, and other test equipment
Assignments
- Group Assignment
Use test equipment to observe embedded microcontroller operation
- Individual Assignment
Design embedded system with EDA tool, check design rules, and simulate
Tools & Materials
- EDA Software
KiCad, Eagle, or Altium Designer
- Test Equipment
Oscilloscope, multimeter, function generator
- Simulation Tools
LTspice, ngspice, Wokwi
- Fab Inventory Parts
Microcontrollers, passive components, connectors
Training Documentation
Essential training materials for electronics design, EDA tools, and test equipment operation.
Introduction to EDA tools and schematic design
EDA Tool Training
- KiCad schematic capture
- PCB layout and routing
- Design rule checking
- Footprint libraries
Test Equipment
- Oscilloscope operation
- Multimeter measurements
- Function generator setup
- Probe calibration
Useful Documentation
Essential resources for electronics design, EDA tools, and embedded systems development.
EDA Tools & Software
- KiCad — Open-source EDA suite
- Eagle — Professional PCB design
- Altium Designer — Advanced PCB design
- Wokwi — Online Arduino simulator
Simulation & Testing
- LTspice — Circuit simulation
- ngspice — Open-source SPICE
- Falstad Circuit — Interactive simulation
- Fab Inventory — Available components
Test Equipment Guides
- Oscilloscope Basics — Tektronix tutorial
- Multimeter Usage — SparkFun guide
- MIT Academy Electronics Design — Course reference
Group Assignment: Test Equipment Operation
Use the test equipment in your lab to observe the operation of an embedded microcontroller. This assignment focuses on understanding how to use oscilloscopes, multimeters, and other test equipment to analyze microcontroller behavior and circuit operation.
Oscilloscope and multimeter setup for microcontroller testing
Test Equipment Used
- Digital oscilloscope
- Digital multimeter
- Function generator
- Logic analyzer
Measurements Taken
- Clock signal frequency
- Power supply voltage
- Digital I/O waveforms
- Current consumption
Key Learnings
Understanding how to properly probe circuits, interpret oscilloscope traces, and use test equipment to diagnose embedded system operation. This foundation is essential for debugging and verifying circuit designs before and after fabrication.
Individual Assignment: EDA Design & Simulation
Use an EDA tool to design an embedded microcontroller system using parts from the inventory, check its design rules for fabrication, and simulate its operation. This assignment involves complete schematic capture, PCB layout, design rule checking, and circuit simulation.
Complete schematic design in KiCad
PCB layout with routing and component placement
Design Process
- Schematic capture
- Component selection
- PCB layout design
- Design rule checking
Simulation & Verification
- Circuit simulation
- Timing analysis
- Power consumption
- Signal integrity
Design Requirements
- Use components from Fab inventory
- Include microcontroller and supporting circuitry
- Pass design rule checks for fabrication
- Simulate operation before fabrication
Design Files
All design files, schematics, PCB layouts, and simulation files for the electronics design assignments.
Schematic Files
- schematic.kicad_sch — KiCad schematic
- schematic.pdf — PDF schematic
- bom.csv — Bill of materials
PCB & Simulation
- pcb.kicad_pcb — KiCad PCB layout
- gerber.zip — Gerber files for fabrication
- simulation.asc — LTspice simulation
Reflections & Learnings
Key insights and learnings from the electronics design week, including challenges faced and skills developed.
Technical Learnings
- EDA tool workflow mastery
- Design rule checking importance
- Simulation before fabrication
- Test equipment proficiency
Design Insights
- Component selection strategies
- PCB layout best practices
- Signal integrity considerations
- Fabrication constraints
Contributions
Acknowledgements and team contributions for the electronics design week assignments.
Group Assignment
- Collaborative test equipment setup
- Shared measurement techniques
- Documentation of procedures
Individual Work
- Complete EDA design workflow
- Simulation and verification
- Design file documentation
Ethical AI Use
AI tools used to assist with electronics design, EDA tool learning, and circuit simulation guidance.
AI-Assisted Tasks
- EDA tool workflow guidance and troubleshooting
- Circuit simulation setup and parameter optimization
- Design rule checking interpretation and fixes
- Component selection and datasheet analysis
This work is licensed under a
Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International License
Now let me update the table of contents to reflect the new section names:
Week 4 · Electronics Design
Week 4
Electronics Design
Week Highlights
This week focuses on electronics design using EDA tools to create embedded microcontroller systems. We'll learn schematic design, PCB layout, design rule checking, and simulation techniques.
Table of Contents
Course Content
Training & Documentation
Electronics Design Week
This week introduces Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools for creating embedded microcontroller systems. We'll learn to design schematics, create PCB layouts, perform design rule checks, and simulate circuit operation before fabrication.
• Understanding microcontroller architectures and embedded systems
• Learning EDA tool workflows for schematic capture and PCB design
• Implementing design rule checks for successful fabrication
• Using simulation tools to verify circuit operation
This Week's Goals
- Master EDA Tools
Learn KiCad or Eagle for schematic capture and PCB layout design
- Design Embedded System
Create a complete microcontroller system using parts from the Fab inventory
- Simulate & Verify
Use simulation tools to verify circuit operation before fabrication
- Test Equipment Proficiency
Learn to use oscilloscopes, multimeters, and other test equipment
Assignments
- Group Assignment
Use test equipment to observe embedded microcontroller operation
- Individual Assignment
Design embedded system with EDA tool, check design rules, and simulate
Tools & Materials
- EDA Software
KiCad, Eagle, or Altium Designer
- Test Equipment
Oscilloscope, multimeter, function generator
- Simulation Tools
LTspice, ngspice, Wokwi
- Fab Inventory Parts
Microcontrollers, passive components, connectors
Training Documentation
Essential training materials for electronics design, EDA tools, and test equipment operation.
Introduction to EDA tools and schematic design
EDA Tool Training
- KiCad schematic capture
- PCB layout and routing
- Design rule checking
- Footprint libraries
Test Equipment
- Oscilloscope operation
- Multimeter measurements
- Function generator setup
- Probe calibration
Useful Documentation
Essential resources for electronics design, EDA tools, and embedded systems development.
EDA Tools & Software
- KiCad — Open-source EDA suite
- Eagle — Professional PCB design
- Altium Designer — Advanced PCB design
- Wokwi — Online Arduino simulator
Simulation & Testing
- LTspice — Circuit simulation
- ngspice — Open-source SPICE
- Falstad Circuit — Interactive simulation
- Fab Inventory — Available components
Test Equipment Guides
- Oscilloscope Basics — Tektronix tutorial
- Multimeter Usage — SparkFun guide
- MIT Academy Electronics Design — Course reference
Group Assignment: Test Equipment Operation
Use the test equipment in your lab to observe the operation of an embedded microcontroller. This assignment focuses on understanding how to use oscilloscopes, multimeters, and other test equipment to analyze microcontroller behavior and circuit operation.
Oscilloscope and multimeter setup for microcontroller testing
Test Equipment Used
- Digital oscilloscope
- Digital multimeter
- Function generator
- Logic analyzer
Measurements Taken
- Clock signal frequency
- Power supply voltage
- Digital I/O waveforms
- Current consumption
Key Learnings
Understanding how to properly probe circuits, interpret oscilloscope traces, and use test equipment to diagnose embedded system operation. This foundation is essential for debugging and verifying circuit designs before and after fabrication.
Individual Assignment: EDA Design & Simulation
Use an EDA tool to design an embedded microcontroller system using parts from the inventory, check its design rules for fabrication, and simulate its operation. This assignment involves complete schematic capture, PCB layout, design rule checking, and circuit simulation.
Complete schematic design in KiCad
PCB layout with routing and component placement
Design Process
- Schematic capture
- Component selection
- PCB layout design
- Design rule checking
Simulation & Verification
- Circuit simulation
- Timing analysis
- Power consumption
- Signal integrity
Design Requirements
- Use components from Fab inventory
- Include microcontroller and supporting circuitry
- Pass design rule checks for fabrication
- Simulate operation before fabrication
Design Files
All design files, schematics, PCB layouts, and simulation files for the electronics design assignments.
Schematic Files
- schematic.kicad_sch — KiCad schematic
- schematic.pdf — PDF schematic
- bom.csv — Bill of materials
PCB & Simulation
- pcb.kicad_pcb — KiCad PCB layout
- gerber.zip — Gerber files for fabrication
- simulation.asc — LTspice simulation
Reflections & Learnings
Key insights and learnings from the electronics design week, including challenges faced and skills developed.
Technical Learnings
- EDA tool workflow mastery
- Design rule checking importance
- Simulation before fabrication
- Test equipment proficiency
Design Insights
- Component selection strategies
- PCB layout best practices
- Signal integrity considerations
- Fabrication constraints
Contributions
Acknowledgements and team contributions for the electronics design week assignments.
Group Assignment
- Collaborative test equipment setup
- Shared measurement techniques
- Documentation of procedures
Individual Work
- Complete EDA design workflow
- Simulation and verification
- Design file documentation
Ethical AI Use
AI tools used to assist with electronics design, EDA tool learning, and circuit simulation guidance.
AI-Assisted Tasks
- EDA tool workflow guidance and troubleshooting
- Circuit simulation setup and parameter optimization
- Design rule checking interpretation and fixes
- Component selection and datasheet analysis
This work is licensed under a
Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International License
Now let me add the EDA Tools section that was referenced in the table of contents:
Week 4 · Electronics Design
Week 4
Electronics Design
Week Highlights
This week focuses on electronics design using EDA tools to create embedded microcontroller systems. We'll learn schematic design, PCB layout, design rule checking, and simulation techniques.
Table of Contents
Course Content
Training & Documentation
Electronics Design Week
This week introduces Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools for creating embedded microcontroller systems. We'll learn to design schematics, create PCB layouts, perform design rule checks, and simulate circuit operation before fabrication.
• Understanding microcontroller architectures and embedded systems
• Learning EDA tool workflows for schematic capture and PCB design
• Implementing design rule checks for successful fabrication
• Using simulation tools to verify circuit operation
This Week's Goals
- Master EDA Tools
Learn KiCad or Eagle for schematic capture and PCB layout design
- Design Embedded System
Create a complete microcontroller system using parts from the Fab inventory
- Simulate & Verify
Use simulation tools to verify circuit operation before fabrication
- Test Equipment Proficiency
Learn to use oscilloscopes, multimeters, and other test equipment
Assignments
- Group Assignment
Use test equipment to observe embedded microcontroller operation
- Individual Assignment
Design embedded system with EDA tool, check design rules, and simulate
Tools & Materials
- EDA Software
KiCad, Eagle, or Altium Designer
- Test Equipment
Oscilloscope, multimeter, function generator
- Simulation Tools
LTspice, ngspice, Wokwi
- Fab Inventory Parts
Microcontrollers, passive components, connectors
Training Documentation
Essential training materials for electronics design, EDA tools, and test equipment operation.
Introduction to EDA tools and schematic design
EDA Tool Training
- KiCad schematic capture
- PCB layout and routing
- Design rule checking
- Footprint libraries
Test Equipment
- Oscilloscope operation
- Multimeter measurements
- Function generator setup
- Probe calibration
Useful Documentation
Essential resources for electronics design, EDA tools, and embedded systems development.
EDA Tools & Software
- KiCad — Open-source EDA suite
- Eagle — Professional PCB design
- Altium Designer — Advanced PCB design
- Wokwi — Online Arduino simulator
Simulation & Testing
- LTspice — Circuit simulation
- ngspice — Open-source SPICE
- Falstad Circuit — Interactive simulation
- Fab Inventory — Available components
Test Equipment Guides
- Oscilloscope Basics — Tektronix tutorial
- Multimeter Usage — SparkFun guide
- MIT Academy Electronics Design — Course reference
Group Assignment: Test Equipment Operation
Use the test equipment in your lab to observe the operation of an embedded microcontroller. This assignment focuses on understanding how to use oscilloscopes, multimeters, and other test equipment to analyze microcontroller behavior and circuit operation.
Oscilloscope and multimeter setup for microcontroller testing
Test Equipment Used
- Digital oscilloscope
- Digital multimeter
- Function generator
- Logic analyzer
Measurements Taken
- Clock signal frequency
- Power supply voltage
- Digital I/O waveforms
- Current consumption
Key Learnings
Understanding how to properly probe circuits, interpret oscilloscope traces, and use test equipment to diagnose embedded system operation. This foundation is essential for debugging and verifying circuit designs before and after fabrication.
Individual Assignment: EDA Design & Simulation
Use an EDA tool to design an embedded microcontroller system using parts from the inventory, check its design rules for fabrication, and simulate its operation. This assignment involves complete schematic capture, PCB layout, design rule checking, and circuit simulation.
Complete schematic design in KiCad
PCB layout with routing and component placement
Design Process
- Schematic capture
- Component selection
- PCB layout design
- Design rule checking
Simulation & Verification
- Circuit simulation
- Timing analysis
- Power consumption
- Signal integrity
Design Requirements
- Use components from Fab inventory
- Include microcontroller and supporting circuitry
- Pass design rule checks for fabrication
- Simulate operation before fabrication
EDA Tools & Workflow
Overview of Electronic Design Automation tools and the complete design workflow from schematic to fabrication.
Schematic Design
- Component library management
- Symbol creation and editing
- Netlist generation
- Electrical rule checking
PCB Layout
- Component placement
- Routing and trace optimization
- Design rule checking (DRC)
- Gerber file generation
Recommended EDA Tools
KiCad
Open-source, full-featured EDA suite with excellent community support
Eagle
Professional PCB design tool with extensive component libraries
Altium
Advanced PCB design with integrated simulation capabilities
Design Files
All design files, schematics, PCB layouts, and simulation files for the electronics design assignments.
Schematic Files
- schematic.kicad_sch — KiCad schematic
- schematic.pdf — PDF schematic
- bom.csv — Bill of materials
PCB & Simulation
- pcb.kicad_pcb — KiCad PCB layout
- gerber.zip — Gerber files for fabrication
- simulation.asc — LTspice simulation
Reflections & Learnings
Key insights and learnings from the electronics design week, including challenges faced and skills developed.
Technical Learnings
- EDA tool workflow mastery
- Design rule checking importance
- Simulation before fabrication
- Test equipment proficiency
Design Insights
- Component selection strategies
- PCB layout best practices
- Signal integrity considerations
- Fabrication constraints
Contributions
Acknowledgements and team contributions for the electronics design week assignments.
Group Assignment
- Collaborative test equipment setup
- Shared measurement techniques
- Documentation of procedures
Individual Work
- Complete EDA design workflow
- Simulation and verification
- Design file documentation
Ethical AI Use
AI tools used to assist with electronics design, EDA tool learning, and circuit simulation guidance.
AI-Assisted Tasks
- EDA tool workflow guidance and troubleshooting
- Circuit simulation setup and parameter optimization
- Design rule checking interpretation and fixes
- Component selection and datasheet analysis
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