A famous quote from Arthur C. Clarke reads: “Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic”. Sometimes even the most simplistic of concepts can make your imagination run wild. Take for example this Hearty Badge self-assembly kit
This badge has the shape of a heart and an etching of an anatomically correct one in the center. With a simple tap or a sharp movement, the heart lights up and glows briefly. It’s a simple concept, but when you see it in action it looks awesome:
I think I’m starting to have a @tindie addiction! Love this PCB I just got from @highenergybeams ❤️❤️❤️❤️ pic.twitter.com/yyJJc2WW3I
— Amie DD (@amiedoubleD) November 20, 2018
The goal of this project was to create the simplest circuit possible that was also interactive. A vibration sensing circuit reacts organically when moved or tapped, but never remains fully on or off. This results in an extremely low power consumption when you’re not using it.
This assembly kit is perfect for beginners who want to make something without the need to understand logic or pre-programmed microcontrollers. The kit comes with a capacitor, resistor, transistor, and switch.
Build yourself a sweet interactive badge and learn how basic electronic components work in the process.
