Wristband 360 LED and Haptic Feedback for Live Events
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing wearable devices for live events are limited by small LED counts, lack of customizable macro functions, and inadequate vibration control, leading to poor audience engagement and limited usability.
Innovation Solution
A wristband device featuring 36 ultra-high brightness LEDs for 360-degree light emission, a haptic motor for synchronized vibrations, an RFID-based chip for data collection and cashless transactions, and customizable macro functions via Digital Multiplex control.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Illumination intensity
If conventional wearable devices use a small set of LEDs facing in one direction, then the device structure is simple, but the audience engagement is poor due to limited light visibility
Solution Approach 1:
The LED system is segmented into multiple independent LED modules distributed around the wristband, with each module containing LEDs oriented in different directions. This allows different segments to emit light in different directions simultaneously, providing 360-degree light visibility without requiring a single complex directional structure
Solution Approach 2:
The lighting system transitions from a single-direction linear arrangement to a three-dimensional circumferential distribution around the wristband. LEDs are positioned and oriented at various angles around the wristband, creating omnidirectional light emission that engages the audience from all viewing angles
2Adaptability or versatility
If conventional wearable devices use basic vibration feedback, then the device complexity is low, but the audience engagement is limited due to lack of creative vibration patterns
Solution Approach 1:
The vibration system transitions from static, fixed patterns to dynamic, programmable patterns. The haptic motor can be controlled through software to generate a wide variety of vibration patterns including different frequencies, amplitudes, durations, and sequences, allowing the same hardware to adapt to different event scenarios and engagement needs
Solution Approach 2:
The vibration characteristics are made adjustable by changing multiple parameters including frequency, amplitude, duration, and pattern sequences. The control system can modify these parameters programmatically to create diverse vibration experiences without requiring different physical hardware components
3Ease of operation
If conventional wearable devices use button activation, then the device simplicity is maintained, but the user accessibility is limited to only the wearer
Solution Approach 1:
The activation system is designed to accept multiple types of input signals from different sources. It can respond to button presses from the wearer, remote control signals from event organizers, or automated triggers from event management systems, making the device universally controllable by multiple users and systems
Solution Approach 2:
A wireless communication intermediary (such as Bluetooth or RF module) is introduced between the remote controller and the wristband. This intermediary enables remote activation and control without requiring direct physical contact, allowing event organizers and other users to control the device wirelessly while maintaining system simplicity
4Duration of action of stationary object
If conventional wearable devices are designed for one-time use, then the manufacturing cost is low, but the long-term usability and cost-effectiveness are poor
Solution Approach 1:
The battery system is designed to be rechargeable rather than disposable. The rechargeable battery can be recharged multiple times through USB or wireless charging, allowing the device to be used repeatedly over an extended period. This replaces the need for frequent battery replacements while maintaining manufacturing simplicity
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The wristband device enhances audience engagement with dynamic lighting and synchronized vibrations, provides seamless cashless transactions and data tracking, and offers customizable experiences that integrate users into the event.
Implementation Method 1
a plurality of LEDs comprising upto thirty-six ultra-high brightness LEDs distributed around the band to provide 360-degree light emission
Implementation Method 2
a haptic motor configured to generate a vibration to provide synchronized vibrational feedback corresponding to an event's audio or visual elements
Data Source
AI summary
The present invention relates to a wristband device for enhanced audience engagement at live events such as concerts, stage shows, conference and operas. The wristband device includes wrap-around LEDs, a haptic motor, an RFID-based chip and a control unit providing a customizable macro function. The plurality of LEDs are distributed around a band to provide 360-degree light emission for a dynamic and bright light experience. The haptic motor is used to generate a vibration sensation to either signal an alert or highlight an important aspect of the live event. The customized lighting and vibration effects are provided to the audience which are controlled by a Digital multiplex via radio frequency (RF-DMX) to enable dynamic participation of the audience to the live event.