Makerthon in Bhutan 2024 (MiB 2024)
February 14-16, 2024 / Venue: Jigme Namgyel Wangchuk Super FabLab (JNWSFL)
Magic Cane : Prototype of smart cane for Pema Chhogyel (first prize)
Makerthon in Bhutan 2024 (MiB 2024)(2024年2月14日〜16日:Jigme Namgyel Wangchuk Super FabLab (JNWSFL)) / Makerthon in Bhutan 2024 (MiB 2024) 2024年2月14日〜16日:Jigme Namgyel Wangchuk Super FabLab (JNWSFL)

The event aimed to address challenges faced by individuals with disabilities, particularly focusing on enhancing mobility and independence for visually impaired individuals. The team collaborated with the sight-impaired Mr. Pema Chhogyel, who works with "policy, education, advocacy and different programs for person with disabilities in Bhutan." He wants to use a sensor-equipped smart cane capable of identifying obstacles along the walking path.
- Event
- Makerthon in Bhutan 2024 (MiB 2024)
- Date / Venue
- February 14-16, 2024 / Venue: Jigme Namgyel Wangchuk Super FabLab (JNWSFL)
- Team
- Makerthon in Bhutan 2024 (MiB 2024)(2024年2月14日〜16日:Jigme Namgyel Wangchuk Super FabLab (JNWSFL)) / Makerthon in Bhutan 2024 (MiB 2024) 2024年2月14日〜16日:Jigme Namgyel Wangchuk Super FabLab (JNWSFL)
Other projects from this event
- Shift Up : Driving gear holder for Jari Lal Gurung (second prize)
- Red King : Pen and grip holders for Kinzang Tshering (third prize)
- Paper holders and mobile phone fixers for Mendrel Sherab Seldon
- Tactile Learning Mater : Prototype of Bhutan and Thimphu tectonic maps for Pema Chhogyel (and blind people)
- FlexiPrep : One-handed kitchen supporters for chopping and holding advised by OT/PT (third prize)