A note about safety:
Please note the responsibility that you have to
ensure the safety of yourself and others. This is especially important if you are using
mains electricity or your project generates high voltage, heat or harmful radiation, or
mechanical forces, or you are using harmful substances. Read and follow all instructions and
safety rules when using equipment in makerspaces. Be mindful that placing any objects in
public places (corridors, stairways, etc.) may present a hazard (slipping, tripping, …);
please secure such areas with appropriate supervision and warnings. A special note
about Lithium Polymer (LiPo) batteries.
LiPo batteries are commonly used in
capstone projects, especially in the EEE, ESE, CMP and MCH departments. This kind of battery
requires special care when charging, discharging, and during storage. The main concern here
is the potential for fire. If you intend to use or store LiPo battery, then please read and
follow this advice and check out this
video.
If you are unsure about the safety of your experiment, equipment or product then consult with your project adviser, lab technician or the course coordinator.