Tim Simpson has created a strange smile helmet that basically forces a grin. Video after the jump. Here’s how it works:
A sensor in the front of the helmet detects anybody within a 2 metre range, at which point the mouth is pulled into a broad grin by a small servo motor and some concealed fishing wire. The helmet addresses the facades of social interaction and explores our responses to affected expressions
[via FreshCreation]
Tim Simpson has created a strange smile helmet that basically forces a grin. Video after the jump. Here’s how it works:
A sensor in the front of the helmet detects anybody within a 2 metre range, at which point the mouth is pulled into a broad grin by a small servo motor and some concealed fishing wire. The helmet addresses the facades of social interaction and explores our responses to affected expressions
[via FreshCreation]
