project post 6

This week I made my first functional prototype. I was able to get my vibration and heating powered by two 9V batteries but I would like to get more power to make each of them stronger. The prototype uses only one module partially because I burnt out my other vibration motor but also I think it might be better this way for using it on other body parts.

 

By putting too much voltage into my vibration motor it burnt out and now I need to figure out if I will be able to fix it since shipping a new one takes 3-4 weeks. I also need to overcome my power challenge. Two 9-volt batteries are too bulky, heavy, and don’t put out enough power. I will need help figuring out the best batteries to use but I have two possible solutions.

 

This week I want to build a better looking sleeve, I want to test new batteries coming on Wednesday, and I want to try using a power supply plugged into the wall to see if that might be a better solution.