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What Do You Do With Your Projects When You Have Finished Them?

rscasny

Since I've been with element14, it's been fun to watch our members report on the projects they have accomplished. It's even more fun to read what members think or react to other members' projects. And some of the projects you dream up are really quite clever. I would hate to think that after you did a project, they just ended up on a shelf gathering dust. So, I'm curious...image

 

What happens to your project builds (prototypes) after you build them?image

 

My guess is that some of the projects actually are being used or may end up as a product on kickstarter? I have corresponded with a few members who said they are actually trying to build something they can sell.

 

I also have a hunch that some of the projects are personal labs, that is, learning experiences because they plan on entering a certain field or industry where your project experience gives you some hands-on skills.

 

If you don't mind me asking you directly, what happens to your projects? If you have the time, share your specific comments or stories below. Thanks

 

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  • I like to make my own simple test equipment so I have a lot of power supplies and other assorted test equipment. I like to put together special application devices like the Process duration timer or the PWM test jig. These allow me to do experiments without always having to rebuild the basic circuits. I also put together simple things to help teach the grandkids about science and electronics. Most of my serious project endeavors have failed and they are sitting on the shelves mocking me. Occasionally one of them will end up on the salvage table but most of the time I just leave them together to collect dust. Whenever my wife asks me about a project I am working on I suggest that when it is done or fixed I will be able to sell it and make a profit. Unfortunately I usually end up liking the item or project and when it comes time to sell it I would rather keep it. There are several things that are in use around the house. The water alarm in the basement is still in operation and will shut off the main water line if triggered. As with everyone else there is no one answer that fits every project. This was a great question as I enjoyed reading what the other members do with their projects and noticed there were a lot of similarities among our answers.

    John

  • in reply to jw0752

    I found this to be one of the more interesting questions as well.

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