UnPlug

Built for my Physical Computing class, my initial idea was to utilize biomimicry and have the surge protector push out of the wall with legs. After running into issues with finding a proper piezo, springs or a linear actuator, I opted for a basic HiTec HS-311 servo motor. There were also issues with with using one Arduino for both the servo and the wave shield, even when the servo was receiving a separate power source, so I opted for a 2nd Arduino.

As an energy saving device this product is marketable to a large range of users, though the target audience would lean towards a younger, more environmentally conscious user. The addition of music, lending a humorous edge, skews UnPlug towards a trendy green demographic.

Roles

• Arduino Prototyper
• Web Designer