COEPL
This project goes outside the box. The design process was meant to have no limitations which resulted in an unfeasible product. Luckily the goal was to create art instead of functionality. Scroll down to discover how the product interacts with humans and get into the mood with the final video.
The outer/transparent COEPL can rotate to open or close the sphere. When a user approaches the COEPL it will start rotating to a half sphere. This movement reveals the tube receiver, in the middle of the white sphere. When the tube with the chosen memory is placed, the memory will start playing on the sphere. The user can come closer to get an immersive experience.
All movement are programmed with an Arduino. A motor, that is connect to a belt, will rotate the COEPL. The storage compartiment has LED lights that indicate which memory is stored and also sensors when tubes are placed or taken away. This indication results in the movement of the sphere. Projection the COEPL is done with a beamer.
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Get to understand the product more by watching the moody video of the final product. All credits to my two colleagues that worked with me on this project: Thomas de Clerck and Quentin Vanspringel.
Alzheimer's is a common disease, especially among older people. Recalling old memories can slow the progression of the disease. The memories are stored in a physical object, a tube. The tubes can be stored in a suitable compartment.
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Side note: all parts were either handmade or 3D printed from selfmade 3D files.
