Summary of Adaptable Sun Visor Cap
This article outlines a DIY project for building an adaptable sun visor cap, developed for the ITECH masters program's Computational Design seminar. The device automatically adjusts to sunlight using sensors and motors. Key steps include modifying a cap, laser-cutting components, assembling gears, attaching electronics like Arduino and photoresistors, and programming the system for automatic operation.
Parts used in the Adaptable Sun Visor Cap:
- Cap with removable visor
- Laser-cut parts (files attached)
- 1mm polyacrylic layers
- Acrylic glue
- Polyacrylic ring
- Motors
- Driver modules
- Photoresistor
- Luster terminal
- Transparent paper
- Gears
- Cables
- Arduino
- Power bank
The project conducted as part of the Computational Design and Digital Fabrication seminar in the ITECH masters program.
The sun blinds you and you have no hand free?
No problem anymore…
Here you can find all the important information to build your own adaptable sun visor cap.
As well all the files for cutting and programming are attached.
Step 1: What You Need.
On one of the images you can find a list with all the necessary parts and tools you would need!
Step 2: Step-by-step Instruction
1. Carefully remove visor of your cap.
2. Laser cut the necessary parts (use the attached laser cutting files).
3. Assemble the cut parts. Prepare the gears with the 1mm polyacrylic layers. Use acrylic glue for that! Sew the polyc. ring to the cap.
4. Attach motors, driver modules, photoresistor and luster terminal.
5. Cut out the transparent paper for visor and attach it.
6. Fix the gears to the motors.
7. Attach the visor to the big gear.
8. Wire all the cables.
9. Upload the code to the Arduino and turn on the power bank for energy supply.
10. Now you are ready to use the cap! yeah!
Step 3: How to Wire and Program
Step 4: Have a Look and See How We Assembled It
Step 5: Enjoy Your Gadget
… and do not forget to download the files!
Thank you 🙂
Laura Kiesewetter and Kristina Schramm
Source: Adaptable Sun Visor Cap
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What is the main purpose of this project?
To build an adaptable sun visor cap that solves the problem of having no free hands when the sun blinds you. -
How do I prepare the gears for assembly?
You must prepare the gears with 1mm polyacrylic layers and use acrylic glue for that. -
Can I find the files for cutting and programming?
Yes, all files for cutting and programming are attached to the article. -
Which electronic components are required to attach?
The required components are motors, driver modules, a photoresistor, and a luster terminal. -
What material is used for the transparent visor?
Transparent paper is cut out specifically to be attached as the visor. -
How is the power supply managed for the gadget?
A power bank is turned on to provide energy supply after uploading the code to the Arduino. -
Where can I see how the team assembled it?
You can watch the assembly process in the video linked at https://youtu.be/Xj4iZQvSGTk. -
Who conducted this project?
The project was conducted by Laura Kiesewetter and Kristina Schramm as part of the ITECH masters program.
