Week9
Week 9 - Overcoming Glitches and Illuminating Insights
As we entered the ninth week of our DREU journey, the quest to merge human physiological responses with robotics continued to unveil surprises. The foundation we had laid in Week 8, where the mBot Neo’s LED responded to the EmotiBit data, was a stepping stone to more intricate interactions. However, this week was a reminder that even the most promising paths can be riddled with unexpected hurdles.
A Misstep and a Revelation
As we set out to refine our LED program based on EmotiBit data, a series of programming errors caught us off guard. What we initially attributed to EmotiBit’s data transmission turned out to be a simple oversight in our code. This experience reminded us of the inherent nature of research - a blend of trial, error, and the revelation that sometimes the answers are closer than they seem.
Navigating the EDA Data Challenge
Despite the strides we had made, the issue of delayed EDA data updates persisted. While our determination had not wavered, the challenge served as a reminder that research is a tapestry of breakthroughs and obstacles. This particular hurdle pushed us to dig deeper into the intricacies of data transmission and real-time response.
Illuminating the LED with Insights
Once the programming errors were rectified, the LED’s color-changing display became a canvas of insights. Through the EmotiBit’s PPG and EDA data, we could visualize the user’s physiological responses. The LED’s dynamic transformation mirrored the subtle shifts within the human body, translating internal changes into external expressions.
The Triumph of Perseverance
By the end of Week 9, the LED’s dance with EmotiBit data was a testament to our resilience and adaptability. The journey had brought us face to face with coding intricacies, programmatic errors, and the challenges of real-time data processing. Through it all, our spirit of inquiry remained unwavering.
A Glimpse into the Future
Week 9 was not just about overcoming glitches; it was a glimpse into the future of human-robot interaction. The LED’s synchronized dance with physiological responses hinted at a world where technology can reflect our internal states, a world where robots respond not just to commands, but to the subtleties of human emotion and physiology.
The Path Ahead
As we reflect on Week 9, we are reminded that the journey of innovation is not without its share of twists and turns. Our LED’s transformational display symbolizes the potential for technology to be an extension of human expression. With each week, we inch closer to creating a seamless bridge between humans and robots.
Stay tuned as we continue to navigate the complexities of data transmission, bridge gaps in understanding, and pioneer a new era of interaction that transcends the boundaries of technology and humanity.