Final Presentation

Final Presentation

Ari Sinert

Ari Sinert

Final Presentation

January 10, 2022

Brighten Up

Brighten Up is a tool intended to assist users with seasonal affective disorder (SAD) also known as seasonal depression in starting their mornings. According to the Yale School of Medicine SAD affects 0.5 to 3 percent of the US population or around ten million people. The traditional form of treatment is a  lightbox that simulates the sun's light.However, most options for a lightbox are bulky and unattractive, disincentivizing the user to keep one on hand. Brighten Ups sleek and attractive design, paired with features customizable to the user helps them to overcome the hurdles of SAD.

Brighten Up simulates the sun's natural light throughout the day using custom programmed strips of neopixels. An ultrasonic sensor determines if the user has stood in front of the project for a sufficient amount of time to help with SAD and signals they can go on with their day. Led’s illuminate icons to show the user they have completed specific tasks the day before in order to reduce the hurdles a user has to overcome and continue on with their day.