Problem: When refining print parameters it can be very helpful to have as much data as possible about how the print is behaving at any given moment. It can be difficult to get a close up view of the part as it is being printed, and even more difficult to sync this data with the data from the printer.

Action: I created a camera system that can easily be installed by the engineering team on any Studio printer they wish to study. The system communicates with the printers to sync print information and is thoroughly documented so it will remain a useful tool after the end of my co-op.

Result: The system has been met with excitement for its use because of the previously unavailable insights it offers.

Skills Involved: Python, Bash Scripting, Raspberry Pi, Electronics, SolidWorks, 3D printing, Confluence documentation.