P12036 NTID NOTIFICATION ALERT PHASE II

Team Members: Michael Myers, Joseph Gaglione, Matthew Gesner, Scott Tucker, Alvaro Berceruelo and Cory DuellFaculty Guide: George Slack Customer: Dr. Gary Behm

Problem: There is a need in the deaf or hard of hearing community for a small and inexpensive device to serve as a mobile alarm clock or emergency notification device. Current at home devices such as Table Lamps, Programmable Blinds, and Bed Frame mounted Shakers are large and bulky, and are inconvenient for travel and mobility.

December: Interview Customer & Develop Needs & Specifications

January: Risk Assessment & System Level Design

February: Bill of Materials, Detailed Design & Risk Mitigation

March & April: Gather Materials, Assemble & Test Device

May: Deliver Device to Customer & Technical Paper Write Up

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Shaker JackStatus LEDs

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For additional information visit the project’s website: https://edge.rit.edu/content/P12036/public/Home

Main Objectives• Brighter Alarm LED’s • Cheaper Bluetooth Module & Device Cost • Battery Powered for Increased Mobility• Compatibility with Today’s Mobile Devices• Increased Aesthetic Appearance• Quality & Durability

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Background: This project was created when the need was identified in the deaf or hard of hearing community for a small and inexpensive module to serve as a mobile alarm clock or emergency notification device. To fulfill this need, a small portable device that is able to activate a Bed Shaker and high intensity lights was designed. The alert system would be controlled through an application from a cell phone or similar Bluetooth enabled device. The Bluetooth chip and micro-controller were modular in design such that they could be used in a variety of different applications. This is the second phase of the Notification Alert project, with many improvements such as higher intensity LED's, mounted flush to the exterior of the device that would allow for a brighter signal at a wider viewing angle, as well as an internal lithium-ion battery that would improve the mobility of the device, which will no longer draw power solely from a wall socket.

AcknowledgmentsSpecial thanks: George Slack, Gary Behm, Dr. Adriana Becker-Gomez, Dr. Elizabeth DeBartolo, Dr. Dorin Patru and Christine Hartman

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Features:• Wake to a combination of light and/or shaking options with multiple patterns

and intensities to wake even the deepest of sleepers.• Easy-to-see high intensity alarm LED’s.• Wirelessly program the desired wake up time to your alarm clock through a

Bluetooth connection.• Easy to understand indicators: Bluetooth connectivity, Alarm Set, Power On,

and Charging.• Travel ready, compact, robust design that can handle everyday use.• Long lasting rechargeable battery.• Snooze is enabled by a simple tilting of the device!!

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