Exploring Reactions Through Outputs

Getting a response through and with our wearable is exciting. The world of outputs and actuators can help us do that. If a wearer must create the input themselves, it can become a burden. Implicit interaction (Schmidt, A., 2000) is possible by using sensors to capture the data. Then, we can process this with Arduino for the wearer; that can be stored or is interpreted for an output.

Important note

Implicit interaction is about putting humans first and having technology as a background system. It is an approach that engages a wearer and creates systems that don’t require extra steps or actions to allow them to work as intended. Making systems fun and engaging for a wearer is a great way to enhance a system’s use.

This chapter describes the outputs that bring your projects to life. We will experiment with light, from LEDs to NeoPixels, and more. We will also learn about sound, movement, and heat. Learning these skills will enhance...