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|File:Hardworking Procrastinators fidget desk.JPG | glued wood drying|1 | | |File:Hardworking Procrastinators fidget desk.JPG | glued wood drying|1 |Cut 4 pieces of ½” or desired width wood that will function as the legs of the desk. Make end cuts to achieve desired aesthetic preference.The dimensions shown are 18” x 3.5” x 1/2” | ||
|File:Hardworking Procrastinators fidget desk2.JPG | drilling holes for adjustable mechanism |2 |Make them adjustable, build the inside, movable section first. | |File:Hardworking Procrastinators fidget desk2.JPG | drilling holes for adjustable mechanism |2 |Make them adjustable, build the inside, movable section first. | ||
|File:Hardworking Procrastinators fidget desk4.JPG |Cut wood for the legs|3 | Make the outside of the adjustable legs | |File:Hardworking Procrastinators fidget desk4.JPG |Cut wood for the legs|3 | Make the outside of the adjustable legs | ||
|File:Hardworking Procrastinators fidget desk5.JPG |the start of the desk top|4 | Then make the top of the desk | |File:Hardworking Procrastinators fidget desk5.JPG |the start of the desk top|4 | Then make the top of the desk | ||
|File:Hardworking Procrastinators fidget desk4.JPG |Cut wood for the legs|5 | Make the outside of the adjustable legs | |||
|File:Hardworking Procrastinators fidget desk5.JPG |the start of the desk top|6 | Then make the top of the desk | |||
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Abstract
The Stand Up Fidget Desk is a project built by students from the Engineering 215 design course at Humboldt State’s Environmental Resources engineering major. This project is to design a stand up fidget desk that will allow middle schoolers with the learning disability Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, also known as ADHD, to focus better in class. It will be utilized by approximately 10 students during a 7-hour school day, 5 days a week. The client is Zane Middle School, located in Eureka California, and the teacher in need of this desk is Celia Boomer. The first stage is to build a sturdy, adjustable desk which will be done in the woodworking shop. The second stage is to build the top of the desk with the fidget toys. The next steps to be taken in this project will progress when the addition of new toys will need to be added due to the wear and tear of the fidget toys as they are used as intended.
Background
This project is to design a stand up fidget desk that will allow middle schoolers with the learning disability Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, also known as ADHD, to focus better in class. The stand-up desk will include small fidget devices that the students can play with in class to increase their focusing. The client is Zane Middle School, located in Eureka California, and the teacher in need of this desk is Celia Boomer. We are designing this project as credit for our Engineering 215 design course at Humboldt State University. The team in charge of this project is called the Hardworking Procrastinators and consists of 4 members: Kaden Law, Sarah Parr, Gilberto Sandoval, and Madison Whitlow-Hewett.
Problem statement and criteria
Criteria Definition The following criteria played a pivotal role in the decision process.
Fidgetability: Mechanisms that allow students to fidget silently while maintaining focus must be efficiently incorporated into the desk. The desk must contain multiple fidgeting apparatus that engage the students hands and feet.
Aesthetics: The desk must be appealing to both faculty and students while retaining a similar aesthetic to the other desks so that it matches the overall design of the classroom. The desk should not stand out and look as if it could fit in a professional workplace. All objects incorporated into the desk must look as if they belong there and function with ease.
Cost: This is the amount of money, time, and effort that will be spent on this project. The financial cost cannot exceed the budget of 400 USD. Time and effort will vary by person.
Safety: All elements of the desk must be intact and must not pose any hazards for the students. The desk’s corners must be rounded so that the potential risks involved with sharp corners are minimized. The desk must remain balanced when students exert force on a certain side to prevent tipping of the desk and possible injuries. The fidget tools incorporated into the desk must not come off with ease as kids can put them in their mouth which then creates a choking hazard.
Durability: This is the overall abuse that this desk will be able to endure. The desk must retain its structural integrity while accommodating over ten students per day over the next school year. The fidgeting tools as well as the mechanism that will enable the desk to be easily adjusted to different heights should be built to withstand constant use and allow for easy repairs if needed.
Description of final project
Costs
| Quantity | Material | Source | Cost ($) | Total ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Fidget Spinners | Amazon | 9.99 | 19.98 |
| lots | Wood | Wood working shop | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| 6 | 3" Carriage bolts | Home Depot | 1.25 | 7.50 |
| 6 | 1/2" Washers | Home Depot | 0.45 | 4.50 |
| 6 | 1/2" Wing Nuts | Home Depot | 1.50 | 15.00 |
| 6 | Resistance band | Amazon | 11.69 | 11.69 |
| Total Cost | $44.39 | |||
Testing Results
[Has not been tested yet]
How to build
Maintenance
This desk is very durable and should require hardly any maintenance. The wood is strong and the design is structurally sound. That being said, all projects have small flaws. This tells you what to look out for.
Schedule
This is when to maintain what.
- Monthly
- Check to see if the fidget toys wear down and need to be replaced
- Yearly
- Make sure the structural integrity of the desk is sound and that the wood is holding up
Instructions
[Because the desk is in the process of being built, we are unsure of exactly how to preform maintenance on the desk, or if there will be any need for maintenance at all]
Troubleshooting
| Problem | Suggestion |
|---|---|
| Ajustability stops working | Contact Gilbert |
| Fidget toys become to loud over time | Create a buffer, may need somthing like WD-40 |
Discussion and next steps
The Stand Up Fidget Desk will be utilized by approximately 10 students during a 7-hour school day, 5 days a week. The desk will primarily be in use during the school year from September to June, with the exception of vacations. The desk is expected to function as a typical scholarly desk with the added benefit of silent fidgeting components for both hand and foot use. It is also required to be adjustable in height so that all kids in the class can use it. The fidgeting components of the desk will be used to focus the user’s attention during class without detracting from the learning environment of other students in the class. The production of the desk is to be done using a woodworking shop, and free wood. Many hours will be spent to build this desk. The first stage is to build a sturdy, adjustable desk which will be done in the woodworking shop for free. The second stage is to build the top of the desk with the fidget toys. This will not be free and will be much more fine-tuned and professional looking. The next steps to be taken in this project will progress when the addition of new toys will need to be added due to the wear and tare of the fidget toys as they are used as intended.
Suggestions for future changes
This project is designed to maximize focus for students with ADHD. So as the fidget industry develops more toys to help students with there learning disabilities, more things can be added to the desk. Some simple additions that can be made are giant rubber bands on the sides of the desk for students to bounce there legs off of.
References
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