Reverse-Engineered Gamepad

This project entailed Reverse Engineering a gamepad, a task that involved manual measurement of the device's dimensions using various devices like vernier callipers, radius gauge, thread gauage etc. to ensure accuracy.
The gamepad was chosen for its intricate design, which presented a unique challenge in surface modelling to replicate the complex geometry in a 3D CAD environment.
This endeavour not only honed my technical skills in advanced CAD techniques but also underscored the critical role of meticulous design in the functionality and ergonomic appeal of consumer products.

Organisation: University of Liverpool
Duration: December 2022
3D Modelling: PTC Creo
Rendering: Lumix Keyshot

Detailed Design

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Components

Top Cover
Reverse-Engineered Gamepad: Top Cover
Bottom Cover
Reverse-Engineered Gamepad:Bottom Cover
Main PCB
Reverse-Engineered Gamepad: Main PCB
Analog Stick PCB
Reverse-Engineered Gamepad: Analog Stick PCB
Left & Right Button PCB
Reverse-Engineered Gamepad: Left & Right Button PCB
Vibration Motor
Reverse-Engineered Gamepad:Vibrational Motor
D-Pad Button
Reverse-Engineered Gamepad:D-Pad Button
Left & Right Button
Reverse-Engineered Gamepad:Left & Right Button
Left & Right Trigger
Reverse-Engineered Gamepad: Left & Right Trigger
Back & Start Button
Reverse-Engineered Gamepad: Back & Start Button
Turbo Button
Reverse-Engineered Gamepad: Turbo Button
Home Button
Reverse-Engineered Gamepad: Home Button
X_Y_A_B Button
Reverse-Engineered Gamepad: X_Y_A_B Button
Analog Stick
Reverse-Engineered Gamepad: Analog Stick
Analog Stick
Reverse-Engineered Gamepad: LED Cover

Component Assembly

Mounting Buttons, Aanalog Stick and Led Cover to the Top Cover
Reverse-Engineered Gamepad: Mounting Buttons, Aanalog Stick and Led Cover to the Top Cover
Mounting Main PCB to the Top Cover
Reverse-Engineered Gamepad: Mounting Main PCB to the Top Cover
Mounting Button & Trigger PCB to the Top Cover
Reverse-Engineered Gamepad: Mounting Button & Trigger PCB to the Top Cover
Mounting Analog Stick PCB to the Top Cover
Reverse-Engineered Gamepad: Mounting Analog Stick PCB to the Top Cover
Mounting Vibration Motor to the Top Cover
Reverse-Engineered Gamepad: Mounting Vibration Motor to the Top Cover
Mounting Trigger Button to the Bottom Cover
Reverse-Engineered Gamepad: Mounting Trigger Button to the Bottom Cover
Mounting Bottom Cover to the Top Cover
Reverse-Engineered Gamepad: Mounting Bottom Cover to the Top Cover
Screwing the complete assembly
Reverse-Engineered Gamepad: Screwing the Complete Assembly

Technical Drawings

Bill Of Material (BOM)

BOM - Bill of material

Final Design

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