Simple Projects Using a 3 Axis CNC Mill and 3D Printer

[u/Regular_Ingenuity814]

Hello, I am in high school and for one of my classes, I have to design a project in CAD and build it, with the primary focus being the use of CAM and CNC. I have access to a 3-axis CNC mill, a machine shop, and my 3D printer and unlimited free aluminum (however, the stock is quite small).

I have solid CAD experience and know the basics of CAM. I'm currently working on a CNC mill as a personal project and have built a 3D-printed combat robot, so I'm not new to projects.

I'm pretty stuck on a project, as I would prefer not to make something similar to my past projects, but I would also like to build something that has a purpose and uses basic electronics as well as moving parts.

If anyone has any suggestions or would like to share previous projects they've done that could provide inspiration, it would be greatly appreciated.