Touchless Trashcan Opener

Making use of a handsfree sensor and wireless transmission, this project is intended to power a linear actuator that will open a trashcan for the user without them needing to dirty their hands.

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Artifacts

Name Description
Proof of Wireless Communication This video proves the system makes use of a wireless transmitter and receiver   Link
PCB/BJT Failure Q3, alas, burned up not once but twice. The video attached is the second smoking of Q3.   Link
Instruction Manual Guide on installing the device in one's very own kitchen   Download
Bill of Materials Bill of materials detailing purchased parts and accounting for what was used out of totals purchased. Grand total was $94.62, less than the $100 limit, satisfying the System Cost requirement   Download
Survey says... The attached pdf is the results of the survey, fulfilling the requirement that 9/10 people unfamiliar with the project would feel comfortable installing the project based solely on a reading of the instruction manual   Download