top of page
LED Measuring Cup
Project Length
5 weeks
Problem Statement :
The LED Measuring Cup is designed to Enhance Precision in Cooking for Any User.
Skills Used :
Research, Sketching, Fushion360, Prototyping, Keyshot
problem statement : common measuring cups
"I encounter difficulties reading the measurements on the side of the cup, as the lettering is too small."
"I experience back strain from frequently bending down to accurately read the water level on the side of the cup."
"I find it challenging to securely grasp the cup's handle because the handle due to its lack of defined edges."
anatomy of a liquid measuring cup
LIP
HANDLE
MEASUREMENTS
BRAND IDENTITY
GLASS SIDES
task analysis : a step-by-step study
pain points
Measurements Are Difficult To Read And View
Lip Has Issues When Pouring
Hand Grip Causes Discomfort During Usage
problem statement
To Design a LED Measuring Cup that Enhances Precision in Cooking by incorporating Coded Sensors for Any User.
design goals
INCREASE PRECISION
Insuring that the cup's measurement is correct and accurate.
LED SENSING
Achieving an integrated LED system to read measurements based off of water level sensor.
ERGONOMICS
Improving form and functionality with integrated electric components.
sketches : ideation level sketching
sketches : second level sketching
sensor analysis
foam board prototype
Handle should be attached to the cup.
"Using two cups to house the components is an excellent idea!"
cad model : each measurement on the cup is correlated to the taper angle to perform the correct size of liquid.
1/1
3D printed forms
final model
A clear window designed to see water pour into the cup.
The blue LED light simplifies water.
water level sensor
The numbers on the side represent how many cups of water are in the cup.
exploded view with materiality
Components
1. Grove Water Level Sensor
2. LED Light Strip
3. Nano Arduino Board
4. Mini Breadboard
5. Wires (7)
6. Glass
7. Black Plastic
renderings : lip
LED light and handle
final render
bottom of page