48-739 - Making Things Interactive

The Beating Blob is a sculpture that beats and moves at various speeds depending on how many people are using the Carnegie Mellon University fitness facilities. It’s seeks to allow passersby to immediately understand how many people are using a popular space without having to go to that space themselves.

The SB1 smart badge series is an example of a calm technology that is used in hospitals and business settings to improve efficiency, without having to require the person's constant attention or action. This is extremely helpful in the hospital because the doctor cannot be distracted and the use of cell phones is prohibited. It claims to improve customer service.