Adafruit, the innovative team that brought you the Onion Pi Tor Proxy earlier this week, has once again been busy creating amazing new gadgets to make your everyday life even easier and more fun-filled.
Their latest creation is the City Smart Bike Helmet, which has been fitted with LED strips and a FLORA GPS, allowing you to find Citi Bike stations with ease. Watch the video after the jump to see it in action.
“Improve your visibility with a glowing bike helmet! Becky Stern mods up a Carrera folding helmet with LED strip in the grooves that helps navigate you to the nearest Citi Bike station with a FLORA GPS. The City Smart Bike Helmet project was created in collaboration with Tyler Cooper & Justin Cooper, with major video help from Risa Rose and JM Imbrescia.”
Features and Benefits of the City Smart Bike Helmet
The City Smart Bike Helmet is not just a regular helmet; it is a technological marvel designed to enhance your biking experience. The LED strips embedded in the helmet grooves significantly improve your visibility, making you more noticeable to drivers and pedestrians, especially during nighttime or low-light conditions. This added visibility can greatly enhance your safety on the road.
The integration of the FLORA GPS module is another standout feature. This GPS system is designed to help you navigate to the nearest Citi Bike station effortlessly. Whether you are a daily commuter or a casual rider, this feature ensures that you can always find a bike station without any hassle. The GPS system is seamlessly integrated into the helmet, ensuring that it does not add any extra bulk or weight, maintaining the helmet’s comfort and usability.
How to Create Your Own City Smart Bike Helmet
For those who love DIY projects, Adafruit has provided full instructions on how to create your very own City Smart Bike Helmet. The project is detailed on the Adafruit website, where you can find step-by-step guides, a list of required materials, and helpful tips to ensure your project is a success.
The process involves modifying a Carrera folding helmet by embedding LED strips into the grooves. These LED strips are then connected to a FLORA microcontroller, which is programmed to control the lights and integrate with the GPS module. The FLORA GPS module is used to track your location and guide you to the nearest Citi Bike station. The project also includes instructions on how to program the microcontroller and set up the GPS system.
This project is a fantastic way to combine technology with everyday items, making your biking experience safer and more enjoyable. It also serves as an excellent introduction to wearable technology and DIY electronics, providing a hands-on learning experience that can inspire further innovation.
Source: Adafruit
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