Module 1 Activity Research

Weekly Activities

Morgan Danendra Inderadjajanata

Project 1

Module 1

This Module introduces the fundamentals of physical computing, focusing on how sensors capture and respond to real-world input data. It covers connecting microcontrollers, interpreting sensor data, and creating digital interactions through tools like Arduino, ProtoPie, and Touch Designer.

Activity 1

Arduino pin exploration (which pins can complete a circuit)

Activity 2

The protopie temperature dial prototype not connected to the arduino

The dial from the arduino sucessfully tune the temperature in the protopie 1

The dial from the arduino sucessfully tune the temperature in the protopie 2

The arduino code to connect the arduino and the protopie

Activity 3

Interaction exploration with Touch Designer 1

Interaction exploration with Touch Designer 2

Interaction exploration with Touch Designer 3

Research Activity

WGSN Consumer Trend Research

This step focuses on researching WGSN’s trend forecasts to identify future directions in technology and design that could inspire a physical computing project.

WGSN Personas Research

This step involves selecting relevant WGSN personas to understand potential users and connect their needs, values, and behaviors to the chosen trends.

HMI Research

This step is about turning research insights into creative problem statements that explore possible design opportunities and innovative solutions.

Brainstorming HMI statements for Category 1

Brainstorming HMI statements for Category 2

Project Path

This step encourages reflection on the preferred working approach and creative direction, helping to define whether the project will follow an art or design focus and be developed individually or collaboratively.

Project 1 Concept

The Stress Stone is a calming, touch-responsive object designed to promote relaxation through light and sensory interaction. It uses an Arduino microcontroller connected to a pressure sensor that detects when the user squeezes the object. The Arduino processes this input and controls an LED light embedded inside the stone, causing it to emit a soft, calming glow. The outer shell is wrapped in a translucent, squeezable material, such as silicone or foam, allowing comfortable tactile interaction while diffusing the light smoothly. The color of the light will shift subtly to promote stress relief and emotional balance, remaining gentle and not too bright. This concept explores how Arduino-based sensing and color feedback can create a mindful and soothing experience through physical interaction.