Vibe-O-Matic 3000
VOM3K
Ok, what’s going on here? The VOM3K is designed to replicate every aspect of riding in a car. The seat vibrates to varying degrees much the way a car will turn on, drive for a bit, stop at lights, etc. The seat lights up on the sides in a pulsating way just like a car’s headlights will light up the cabin. And the speakers play a recording of road noise recorded during a 15 minute drive.
Now for the big question. Does the baby like it, or LOVE it? Turns out the baby is just confused by it. The smart little bugger knows it’s not the car but he doesn’t quite know what it is. He doesn’t fuss or cry when he’s in it but doesn’t pass out like in the back seat of the car. Instead, he tends to stare up at me with an inquisitive look I can only interpret as “Dad, why do you keep saying the word Arduino. Am I Arduino-ing right now?!”
Required Materials
Here's the part list:
- Arduino Pro 328 - 5V/16MHz
- MP3 Player Shield
- Hook-up Wire
- Enclosure
- 5V Power Supply
- Panel Mount Barrel Jack
- MOSFET Power Control Kit
- JST Jumper 3 Wire Assembly
- Rocker Switch
- Momentary Push Button
You will also need:
- PC Speakers
- Individually Addressable Warm White LED Strip (APA102 Driver IC)
- Zip Ties
- MDF board
- Screws
- Phillips Screw Driver
Tools
You will need a soldering iron, solder, general soldering accessories, and tools to connect the project.
You will also need:
- Hot Glue Gun w/ Hot Glue
- Comfy Baby Seat
- Hobby Motor