Team
Duration
Role
Tools
Solo Project
2 weeks
User Research and Testing
Interaction Design
Hardware Design
Prototyping
Fabrication
Raspberry pi, Python Coding, Google APIs, Speech recognition, Accelerometer sensor and actuators, Haptic feedback, 3D modeling, soldering, 3D printing, Laser cutting
Overview
This project was done as a part of the Technical Design Foundation course to design for accessibility. Poor posture can lead to problems like spinal dysfunction, scoliosis and joint degeneration. Mudra is designed to improve posture and keep a track of a person's body and inculcate physical healthy habits.
Prompt
Design for Accessibility
Design Process
Research
Physiotherapist
American Chiropactic Association
Bad posture may culminate in various health complications including respiratory problems, back problems, high blood pressure, spinal dysfunction and joint degeneration
31 million Americans
suffer from poor posture
WFH Employee
There have been several times when I slouch when I am not mindful of my postures. That led to mild scoliosis.
Redefining Problem
How might we improve physical health by tracking and practicing posture correction ?
Design Features
Minimalist
Speech Recognition
Haptic Feedback
Light Feedback
Aesthetic
Logic Map for Code
Inputs: Accelerometer and Microphone
Outputs: Vibrating motor and Color sensing
Program starts - No Light
No command - No light/No vibrating motor
“Monitor Posture” command - Green/No vibrations
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If posture is correct - Green/No vibrations
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If posture is incorrect - Red/Vibrations
“Pause” command - Yellow/No Vibrations
“Stop” command - No light/No vibrations
Fabrication
Demo Video
