EP#427: Food Device Design Derby: Wrap up and Results

Circuit Break - A MacroFab Podcast

In this episode of Circuit Break, we wrap up the Food Device Design Derby. We celebrate the innovation and creativity of contest entries like the JavAqua, Pizza Pouch, and the winner, BarBuddy, a personal robotic bartender. Notable discussions include a look at podcast statistics, with an impressive 86% of listeners tuning in for entire episodes. We also introduced a new email notification system for podcast releases, moving from Tuesday to Friday releases, and encouraged listeners to engage with reviews. There is also a brief discussion about if PCB assembly drawings are still relevant.

Discussion Highlights:

• Introduction of "Breakers" as a nickname for the podcast listeners.
• Discussion of the podcast's high listener engagement stats.
• Introduction of an email notification system for new podcast episodes.
• Results and highlights from the Food Device Design Derby
  • Third place: Pizza Pouch
  • Second place: JavAqua
  • First place: BarBuddy
  • Circuit Break Favorite: h0t_d0g
• The importance and challenges of creating accurate assembly and fabrication drawings for PCBs and PCAs.
• Discussion on potential improvements in EDA tools for automating assembly and fabrication drawings.

Relevant Links:

• h0t_d0g Contest Page: https://circuit-break.macrofab.com/t/food-device-challenge-h0t-d0g/218
• JavAqua Contest Page: https://circuit-break.macrofab.com/t/food-device-design-derby-challenge-javaqua/225
• Pizza Pouch Contest Page: https://circuit-break.macrofab.com/t/food-device-challenge-pizza-pouch-the-keeper-for-your-to-go-pizza/224
• BarBuddy Contest Page: https://circuit-break.macrofab.com/t/food-device-challenge-barbuddy/216
• PocketFryer Contest Page: https://circuit-break.macrofab.com/t/fdd-challenge-pocketfryer/196

Community Questions:

• What new innovations or devices would you like to see in future contests?
• Have you ever had a DIY project that you turned into a functional everyday tool? Tell us about it!
• What are your thoughts on the need for more automation in EDA tools for producing assembly and fabrication drawings?