The FlipScope - Group 14

3D Printing
Embedded Systems
Enclosure
Laser Cutting
Junior Design
Winter 2026

The FlipScope is a collaborative project by three students to design a compact, portable two-channel oscilloscope capable of displaying signals up to 12 Vpp and 125 kHz on a 4-inch LCD touch screen. A unique aspect of this design is its laser-cut transparent acrylic protective layer, which allows the internal circuitry to remain visible. The main modules can be seen through this layer, highlighting the device’s internal structure. The oscilloscope also features an open-and-close lid mechanism that uses mechanical hinges, enabling users to access and view the internal components while maintaining protection when closed. Additionally, a custom PCB was developed for signal processing and to provide two robust probe connections. These connections allow oscilloscope probes to securely attach to the FlipScope and send signals to the device for processing and display. Furthermore, a square-wave signal generator is built in for the user to tune their probes. Users can interact with the touchscreen interface to adjust oscilloscope settings according to their preferences. Future improvements include making the circuitry more compact, as the current components are somewhat spaced apart. Designing additional custom PCBs could help reduce the overall area of the electronics. Other enhancements may include improving cable management between the lid and the main circuitry, as well as developing a distinctive logo for the device.

15 Lifts 

Artifacts

Name Description
Firmware GitHub repository Source code for project firmware   Link
Project executive summary 1 page description of project and development process   Download
Project Summary Video This video outlines the development for each block of our project, our challenges and achievements, and potential improvements we can make moving forward.   Link
Top-Level Block Diagram Diagram showing the overall connections for each block of our system   Download
Analog Front End PCB Render Front and back image of the AFE PCB model in KiCad   Download
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