As computing becomes more ubiquitous in our objects, designers need to be more aware of how to design meaningful interactions into electronically enhanced objects. At the University of Washington, a class of junior Interaction Design majors is exploring this question. These pages chronicle their efforts.

Monday, April 6, 2015

Flashlight - Jessica & Gloria

We discovered that the flashlight uses a simple LED light and circuit that is powered by three watch batteries. The movement of the flashlight comes from the energy of pushing the button - which releases the spring and turns the viscous hinges. Once the viscous hinges turn, the circuit is completed so the light turns on.

We chose this object because of its interesting mechanical aspect. Although the technical aspect of the flashlight is not complicated, it still performs a complicated enough movement that appeals to us.


*TYPO: Viscus --> Viscous

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