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AI designs open-source pocket recorder, sources parts

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An individual used the AI model Claude to design an open-source, DIY version of a pocket-sized voice recorder. The AI successfully set up its own toolchain, researched existing designs, and generated parametric CAD scripts for the enclosure, including interference checks and DFM reviews. It also sourced components, identified obsolete parts, and even placed a test order for the electronics, demonstrating a capability to handle complex hardware design tasks. AI

IMPACT Demonstrates AI's growing capability in complex design and procurement tasks, potentially accelerating hardware development cycles.

RANK_REASON User leveraged an existing AI model to create a functional hardware design and source components, showcasing a practical application of AI in product development.

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AI designs open-source pocket recorder, sources parts

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User leveraged an existing AI model to create a functional hardware design and source components, showcasing a practical application of AI in product development.
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  1. r/ClaudeAI TIER_2 English(EN) · /u/DounderShtyc ·

    Saw Adam.new and got curious if plain Claude could do real hardware. A week later I have an open source Pocket recorder designed down to CNC drawings

    <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/ClaudeAI/comments/1x9nvo8/saw_adamnew_and_got_curious_if_plain_claude_could/"> <img alt="Saw Adam.new and got curious if plain Claude could do real hardware. A week later I have an open source Pocket recorder designed down to CNC…

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