The Eyewriter
One of the first projects that I encountered after coming to DT was the Eyewriter. It uses a low-cost eye-tracking system and open-source software to allow people suffering from any kind of neuromuscular syndrome to draw by tracking their eye movement and translating it into lines on the screen. This project reminds me of the immense potential of creative computation- the ability to make a difference in people’s lives. This work embodies the spirit of design and technology- one built on collaboration and knowledge sharing, made possible through open source platforms and the DIY maker culture.
Rain Room
Another project I would like to share is Random International’s Rain Room, an immersive interactive environment, with perpetually falling rain, that ceases when a human body is in proximity. I love the simplicity of the interaction- basic sensors are used to create a truly awe-inspiring experience. The environment is an amalgam of natural and artificial, chaos and stillness, art and science.
