Project Post #2 – MIDI Armband
Rough Project Timeline:
March 12th – finalize exact functionalities of design as well as potential users
March 19th – Compile materials and manufacturing processes needed to construct a prototype
April 2nd – Come back from spring break with materials in hand and start constructing a prototype
April 9th – Began programming the soft buttons to interface with Ableton and hopefully a light programming program
April 16th – Troubleshoot any code problems and continue testing prototype with other users
April 23rd – Began constructing the presentable model version as well as a demo to demonstrate the functionality of our project
April 30th – Practice and present final project to the public as Wisconsin Science museum
Materials
–Breathable moisture-wicking material for band to be worn on arm
-Bluetooth connector
-Conductive material to act as soft switch buttons
-2 flexible potentiometers
-Button to switch button inputs
-Vibrational motor
-Rechargeable battery source
-Other materials will be decided on upon further discussion of exact project scope