Slumbr is a wearable device in the form of a sleeping mask that monitors brain waves during sleep and provides subtle cues to help users influence their dreams. This technology can help individuals achieve specific dream scenarios or mitigate nightmares by gently nudging the dream narrative. The wearable also records the dreams for later viewing and understanding.
This project was developed within my Collaborative Studio course. I worked with Sharon Longdong (3rd year Industrial), Bekka Ranalli (4th year VC), and Sarah Bonnett, 4th year Interior). Each of us took on diverse roles throughout each project. Our collaborative approach along with differentiating interests and areas of exploration enabled us to grow and excel together.
This class is structured as an opportunity to begin learning about the intersections of interests, relevant emerging technologies, and the potential impacts of the design field.
For this project, we were tasked with choosing an unfamiliar technology that we had zero experience with, to learn about through making. This project follows the consistent class structure of identifying interests, interesting technologies, and exploring the possibilities, concepts, and learning opportunities we can discover. We had immense flexibility when deciding how we could do our work and what we wanted to learn about throughout the entire process.
Throughout this project, I immersed myself in the world of 3D printing, utilizing Ultimaker Cura and Fusion 360 to delve into this exciting technology. By actively engaging with these tools, I aimed to grasp the intricacies of 3D printing and cultivate a new skillset in design. Through experimentation, extensive research, hands-on experience, and the guidance of a valuable classmate, I sought to expand my design capabilities show my flexibility.
Final Physical Outcome
Test Print
Blank UltiMaker Cura Software
Blank Autodesk Fusion Software
Draft 1 Practice
Fusion Lego Demo
