Method at Etsy: Intro to Physical Computing

Hello Etsy Labs! For Etsy 2011

We’re Method For Etsy 2011 2

MethodWe are a design & innovationconsultancy. We solve businesschallenges through designthinking and create inspiredproducts, services and brands. For Etsy 2011 3

San FranciscoNew YorkLondon

We brainstorm.

We collaborate.

We ideate.

We create.

And we explore.

What isphysical computing? For Etsy 2011 15

Physical Computing is the digitalmeeting the physical. For Etsy 2011 16

Through software and code, we canelicit analog and reactive responsesfrom hardware. For Etsy 2011 17

We can communicate between thecomputer and hardware, opening upgreater possibilities. For Etsy 2011 18

Introducingthe Arduino

Arduino is an open-source electronicsprototyping platform based on ﬂexible,easy-to-use hardware and software. For Etsy 2011 20

There are different types of Arduino,designed speciﬁcally for varyingprojects. They can be miniature, round,and ﬂexible. For Etsy 2011 21

The microcontroller on the board isprogrammed using the Arduinoprogramming language, which is basedon Processing. For Etsy 2011 22

In simple terms, the code controls theoutput, allowing us to communicatebetween the computer and Arduino,opening up greater possibilities. For Etsy 2011 23

in a nutshell... sensor READS provides actionable input from the environment CODE tells it how to behave actuator laptop ACTIVATES causes a physical effect For Etsy 2011 24

in a nutshell... READS provides actionable input from the environment CODE tells it how to behave ACTIVATES causes a physical effect For Etsy 2011 25

How is physical computingbeing used? For Etsy 2011 26

Physical computing is beingutilized by designers, artists, andtechnologists to create reactiveand interactive products. For Etsy 2011 27

healthsocial/playprotectionmodularityﬂexibilityadaptabilityawareness Play: Wearables Conﬁdential 28

There are several types of inputs:i.e. code, switches or sensors For Etsy 2011 34

A switch is a device for making andbreaking the connection in an electriccircuit. This allows us to control whenand how the hardware responds. For Etsy 2011 35

A switch completesthe circuit, turning theoutput on or off.

Circuits Switch (Open: circuit is not connected) Switch (Closed: circuit is complete)Creating a closed circuit + + Battery Battery (Power source) (Power source) - - Output Output (Off) (On) For Etsy 2011 37

Sensors allow for sensing of andresponding to the physical world.This makes reactions from thehardware possible. For Etsy 2011 38

This heart rate sensorgathers informationabout the user.

Gesture and movement can be amechanism for interaction throughthe use of cameras, the Kinect,and accelerometers. For Etsy 2011 40

The heart senses gesturesThis Kinectrate sensorand movements.gathers informationabout the user.

There are multiple outputs ofphysical computing, includinglight, sound, motion, and image. For Etsy 2011 42

A basic outputis turning onan LED light.

A more complicatedoutput is this automatedgeneration of a tattoo,called Auto Ink.

You’ve seen and probably alreadyinteracted with physical computing. For Etsy 2011 45

Gaming Devices

Smart Wearables

InteractiveRetail Environments

Home Products

Mobile Devices

What we’re doing today For Etsy 2011 51

The Memory BraceletCreating a mechanism for aiding in memoryCode - will tell the Arduino when to alert us (i.e. every 5 minutes)Arduino - will tell the actuator (led, buzzer, motor) to perform so we can see the effectThe bracelet - will be a casually wearable accessory acting as a host to contain thismechanism For Etsy 2011 52

ArduinosMany types of Arduinosfor varying purposesToday, we’ll be using the Uno. Uno Lilypad Mega Mini For Etsy 2011 53

SoftwareManipulating outputs through codeby changing variables For Etsy 2011 54

OutputsMany different types of outputs Light: LEDs Sound: Piezo buzzers Motion: Piezo vibrator For Etsy 2011 55

Step 1: Wire

Step 2: Test

Step 3: Code

Step 4: Integrate

Step 5: Reﬁne

Step 6: Use!

Potential ApplicationsReal-world applications for your bracelet include:Alert to test blood sugar Reminder to get up and stretch Prompt to take medicine For Etsy 2011 62

Extending the ideaThrough hardware, sensors, and codeThe next step would be to make this bracelet independent of the computer. We can hook itup to a battery as a powersource and use smaller Arduinos such as the Lilypad to create afree-moving memory bracelet! For Etsy 2011 63

Meet your facilitators For Etsy 2011 64

ClaudiaPhysical Computing Inventor For Etsy 2011 65

AlisWearable Technology Practitioner & Enthusiast For Etsy 2011 66

HilalThe Computing Geek For Etsy 2011 67

JoshOur Creative TechnologistGREEN GROUP GUIDE For Etsy 2011 68

LindsayUniversal CrafterRED GROUP GUIDE For Etsy 2011 69

RimarCommunication and Design EnthusiastGREY GROUP GUIDE For Etsy 2011 70

CarolaCreative OrganizerBLUE GROUP GUIDE For Etsy 2011 71

MikeExperience and Industrial DesignerPURPLE GROUP GUIDE For Etsy 2011 72

Questions? For Etsy 2011 73

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