DoughRise Timer
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Timer Project | Mar 2024–Apr 2024 (4 weeks)
Used in the dough proofing process, DoughRise is a baking timer that rises along with your dough!
Project Brief
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Design a functional timer for a specific purpose. Given the popularity and satisfaction of home baking, and the importance of timing in its process, create a timer that enhances enjoyment of the baking experience.
About
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Project Type
Functional Prototype
Tools
Arduino IDE, Adafruit Electronics, Laser Cutting, Illustrator, InDesign, ProCreate & SketchBook (Digital Sketching)
Main Design Skills
Med-Fi Prototyping, Rapid Prototyping, Form Development, User-Centered Design Research, Data Analysis, Journey Mapping, Aesthetic Finishing, Concept Ideation and Communication
VISUALIZE your dough's rise
SPIN ROLLING PIN TO START
Set timer: DoughRise times your proof and visually represents the dough's progress
a Doughrise guide
Top of bread matches the rising of your dough and baking goods, fostering a joyful experience!
DESIGN PROCESS
BAKING INSIGHTS
DESIGN OPPORTUNITIES
refining the goal
ideation SKETCHES
technical breakdown
breadboard model
INTEGRATED MODEL
dough proof baking timer
video short
DOUGHRISE POSTER
Reflection
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• Learned to work with air pumps and create airtight seals to inflate balloon
• Embedded electronics without disrupting aesthetics (e.g. seamless integration in rolling pin to fit baking theme)
• Developed proficiency in Arduino coding and timing variables
• Embedded electronics without disrupting aesthetics (e.g. seamless integration in rolling pin to fit baking theme)
• Developed proficiency in Arduino coding and timing variables
Next Steps
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• Improve access to electronic components (e.g. interlocking wooden base)
• Explore more time settings through research and testing
• Replace supports in rolling pin (for Button and NeoPixels)
• Explore more time settings through research and testing
• Replace supports in rolling pin (for Button and NeoPixels)