Project Peacock:

This is a work in progress. Many more details to come - Android APP, GPU Programming, Rigid-Flex circuit boads...

Enjoy this presentation of my progress from 3 months ago.

Source code for the android app is here: https://github.com/AnhadSawhney/LEDJacketApp

PCB DESIGN VERSION 1:

The idea behind this version was lots of small “tiles” with a flexible hinge in the middle. Each tile was a 4 layer rigid-flex PCB, meticulously routed to fit all the components and connections. I’ve since moved on to a new version that requires less manual labor to assemble the full jacket because many tiles are combined into one panel.

PCB Design Version 2:

This design is still a work in progress, but it is significantly more promising. It has been simplified to a 2 layer flexible PCB, with stiffener under the parts that carry components.

Android App:

Here’s the plan for the app I am writing to control the jacket. It is partially complete.