Reflection

Overall, while our final project deviated significantly from our initial intent, we believe the soul of the project remains. Our initial concept of a central "hub" device that can influence control and terror on the devices in its sphere of influence remained, but our technical challenges with the concept required us to scope back dramatically. Issues with bluetooth connectivity and responsiveness caused the interaction to feel sluggish, even when we managed to get the project working correctly.

However, there were other aspects that we felt were quite successful in the project. The industrial design of all the components was very effective. The ominous black box that contained InControl was effective, and our ability to integrate the modified electronics seamlessly into an existing lamp and alarm clock was extremely effective.

In all, while this project could have used a few more iterations, we felt that it was a success. Its integration with the exhibit space was gorgeous, and the low light really brought forth spooky aspect of the LED strip, flashing lamp, and glowing screen.