Evaluating PCB prototyping methods in case studies suggests improved design access and efficacy.
Printed circuit boards (PCBs) fix and connect electrical components and are widely used. Current design methods emphasise mature products and do not leverage the potential of PCBs as prototyping tools. Accordingly, an alternative approach using PCBs for prototyping electrical and mechatronic solutions is evaluated through three case studies. Insights formed five concrete recommendations for designers: Increase fidelity deliberately, design for prototyping, iterate incrementally, parallelise prototyping, and prototype and test early. These aim to make prototyping with PCBs more accessible.
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