Computer Shutdown Box

Computer Shutdown Box

Computer Shutdown Box

BOARDING

Electricity is expensive! A solution to remotely disable my computer via IR blaster or wifi.

Electricity is expensive! A solution to remotely disable my computer via IR blaster or wifi.

Categories:

Personal

Assemblies

Date:

2026

Tools and software used:

SOLIDWORKS / ARDUINO / C++

Objective Problem:

  • Sometimes I would forget to turn off my computer which draws a lot of power

  • Create a solution to be able to use a shortcut on my phone to turn off my PC from anywhere

  • Double the project by making an IR receiver to allow for a remote control to turn off as well

Material / Manufacturing Process:

PLA

Assembly information:

  • Chassis for boards to keep a snug profile that can be tucked away was designed.

Constraints:

  • Constrained by internet protocols and integrating it with my phone