This week, our team continued refining the details of our system as we prepare for the upcoming System-Level Design Review (SLDR). We updated the hardware description, electrical interfaces, and housing considerations to ensure everything stays aligned with our system requirements. As material options became more defined, we also started thinking about how those choices would influence component placement, wiring paths, and general protection of the internal electronics.

A major focus for the team was beginning our prototype and experimental testing plans. We outlined the tests needed to verify core functions such as alert behavior, power stability, and communication reliability, and identified the equipment and procedures we’ll use during the first round of evaluations. We also continued developing our manufacturing plan, including steps for soldering, mounting components inside the enclosure, and coordinating wiring layouts with the mechanical design.

Throughout the week, we emphasized coordination across electrical, mechanical, and software efforts to make sure all parts of the system integrate smoothly. Planning ahead for testing, even while some design elements were still in progress, helped us identify potential gaps early and prepare for a more efficient prototyping stage. Moving forward, we’ll focus on completing the electrical and mechanical testing plans and finalizing our contributions to the SLDR report and presentation.