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'''6) trying out different ways of implementing switches in a carpet''' | |||
The final idea of my matrix explorations is to implement a similar structure in our everyday environment. <br> | |||
I want to use a carpet as the main interface object as it is 1) feasible and 2) something casual that is used in almost every household.<br><br> | |||
The first problem is to install switches inside / underneath the carpet.<br> | |||
The initial idea is to use an anti-sliding mat as a grid that separates the contacts of the switches.<br> | |||
It is a very flexible material that is easy to manipulate without the need of professional tools.<br> | |||
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Another problem is the material that is used to build the switches.<br> | |||
It needs to be 1) flexible (coming back into its original form) and 2) conductive. <br> | |||
I experimented with different materials such as aluminium foil, aluminium plates and a conductive sponge.<br> | |||
It turned out that a piece of cardboard covered with aluminium foil is the best way to fulfill both goals. <br> | |||
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[[File:carpet_switch_alu.jpg]]<br><br> | |||
[[File:carpet_switch_alu_build]]<br><br> | |||
[[File:carpet_switch_mmeter.jpg]]<br><br> | |||
I also discovered that the size of the gaps inside the flexible grid plays a big role in connection to the performance of the „cardboard-alu switches“. <br> | |||
I tried out different sizes until I found a size that fit to the average „size of a footstep“.<br><br> | |||
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[[File:carpet_switch_final.jpg]]<br><br> |
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