PHASE II: REINTERPRETING

Approach

The reinterpretation of the Lover’s Cups focuses on retains the original focus on fostering intimacy while addressing technical limitations. By mapping sensors to clear, symbolic outputs and preparing for IoT connectivity, the design enhances its interactive capabilities while remaining simple and user-friendly. These improvements ensure the Lover’s Cups can evolve with technological advancements, creating more meaningful and engaging connections for users.

The design incorporates temperature sensors and photoresistors to enable dynamic and meaningful interactions. The temperature sensor’s parameters are mapped to trigger specific LED colors: for example, temperatures above 30°C produce warm hues like red, while lower temperatures activate cooler tones like blue. This creates symbolic feedback that reflects the emotional warmth or coolness of the interaction. Similarly, the photoresistor’s sensitivity is mapped to detect light changes, such as when the cup is lifted or covered, triggering specific behaviors like glowing animations or pulsating lights. These mappings ensure precision and consistency while enhancing the user’s engagement with the device.