micro-in-box (SI-09)

For (With Whom)

People with communication difficulties who want to build up ways of expressing themselves step by step.

Why

In school education, we were going through trial and error on how to elicit responses to teachers' verbal prompts. This was made after an idea came up of moving a toy as a reaction switch, so that play could lead to communication.

How

We developed it by programming and uploading the use of the device individually, according to changes in how and by what means the person expresses themselves.

Outcome

The micro:bit is programmed step by step according to the situation and the person's way of expressing intent, then inserted and fixed in place. By composing the responses to a single switch press from reactions such as sound and light, it is used both for home care and for activities at special needs schools.

Materials Used

PLA

Approximate 3D Print Weight

37g

Print Settings Overview

Nozzle diameter = 0.4mm , Layer height = 0.2mm, Infill = 30% ,Temp = 200°C , Speed = 60mm/s, Support = None

Accessory Information

micro:bit, 3.5mm mono jack, limit switch, external speaker, wiring