Wonder Wall
Authors: Emely Villa, Dylan Thai
Faculty Supervisor: David Quintero
Department: Engineering
Wonder Wall is an innovative interactive system designed to engage and educate children aged 0-24 months through immersive play experiences. Our system comprises four distinct sections: sound recognition buttons, a fan, a race car, and FSR color recognition sections. Each section incorporates a combination of mechanical, electronic, and software components to facilitate interactive play and learning. The mechanical design utilizes Masonite Wood for precision laser cutting, ensuring stability and accuracy for component placement. Internal supports are integrated to securely hold up breadboards within the 16x20x3-inch enclosure. In terms of electronic design, FSRs and RGB LEDs enable intuitive color selection, buttons and motors facilitate race car control, buttons, and a potentiometer enable sound selection, and an ultrasonic sensor and DC fan provide feedback mechanisms. Software control involves nested if statements for handling multiple inputs and determining corresponding outputs for each section. Challenges such as integrating the motor and speaker, managing power sources, and amplifying sound are being addressed through research and testing. Through Wonder Wall, we aim to foster cognitive and developmental growth in young children while providing an enjoyable and educational play environment.