This is the DesignatedFreeCadDevice, a moduar cyberdeck primarily designed to run FreeCad.

what does it do? It runs freecad of course :) i developed it mostly to be able to open and modify CAD files while in the workshop, but i also use it to browse the web, opening PDF's and genral computing. It has a keyboard hidden under the sliding screen, as i rarley use a keyboard, but i did want to have a full depth mechanical keyboard whenever i actually use one. The machine is modular so that one can build modules that fits your personal needs. I hope people migth feel inspired to make their own expansion-modules. This project is supported by PCBWay. Sponsorships help me keep the project files free to download, spend more time improving the CAD design, and document my builds.

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How is the modules powered? Cables run on the backside, transfering USB betweeen the modules. overview of the device

The cyberdeck consist of a central core where one can attach both modules that works as input devices and modules that deliver power to the device. The modules are connected with power and signals to the bottom rails. On the left side you can find ports to connect to external devices, and a handle for scrolling both verticaly, and horizontally. On the rigth side we find a the trackball module, and the power module. the powermodule accept NP-F batteries, and send the 7.2 volts to the chassis, where it is converted to 5.1 volts for the rasberry pi. On the forward facing modules you find mounting points for a shoulder strap. On the rear of the central unit you find the lever for releasing the sliding screen,

What is the current status on this project? Screen is working, keyboad types and trackball rolls. What i have not done yet is to wire up the scrolling handle and connection module on the left. The trackball electronics is currently harvested from a logiteck trackball marble, meaning you need to source one to build one of these, wich is not optimal. so i want to build my own trackball electronics in the future.

Build instructions Build instructions are available in the wiki. You can also watch the assembly video here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gIWp_F9PPzI

Building your own version The DFCD is meant to be modified. You can build it as-is, change the modules, redesign the rails, replace the electronics, or use only parts of the system in your own project. If you design a new module or build your own version, I would love to see it.

Notes

This project is actively evolving. Files may change between versions, and some parts may not yet have complete documentation.

If you find issues, have improvements, or build something based on the files, feel free to open an issue or share your version.