This gag is disgusting, cool, and very funny all at the same time. A guy has cobbled together a remote control after being inspired by a chair that Tweets when you fart and an Arduino remote control to play a gag on his dad.
The guy rigged up a remote control for the TV using the Arduino device and a methane sensor. When the sensor smells a fart, the channel on the TV randomly changes.
How It Works
The Arduino controls the actual channel changing and apparently, you can customize how it changes the channel based on things like the strength of the fart. The methane sensor detects the presence of methane gas, which is a major component of flatulence. When the concentration of methane reaches a certain threshold, the Arduino triggers the TV remote to send a signal to change the channel. This setup can be fine-tuned to respond to different levels of methane, making it possible to have different reactions based on the intensity of the fart.
For example, a mild fart might change the channel to a random news station, while a more potent one could switch it to a comedy show. This adds an extra layer of hilarity to the prank, as the TV’s response can be as unpredictable as the fart itself.
Practical Applications and Further Customization
While this invention is primarily intended as a gag, it showcases the versatility and potential of Arduino-based projects. The same principles could be applied to create other humorous or even practical devices. For instance, a similar setup could be used to control other household appliances, like turning on a fan or opening a window when a fart is detected, thereby improving air quality in a humorous way.
Moreover, the project can be expanded by integrating it with smart home systems. Imagine a smart home where the lights dim, the air purifier kicks in, and the TV changes channels all in response to a fart. The possibilities are endless and can be tailored to fit the creator’s sense of humor or practical needs.
Another interesting aspect is the educational value of such a project. It serves as a fun and engaging way to learn about electronics, programming, and sensor technology. By building this fart-operated remote, one can gain hands-on experience with Arduino, sensors, and remote control protocols, which are valuable skills in the field of electronics and IoT (Internet of Things).
I wonder what it does if someone sharts.
via Instructables
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