INTRODUCTION

1. Centered on the principles of multitasking and comfort, the multi-purpose projection device is a simplistic gadget relying more on an idea than a tangible invention. With this idea inevitably built up into an actual product attached to the user, the main purpose of the device is to display electronic content, be those instructional tutorials, books or Saturday morning cartoons onto a miniature screen. Composed of 3 major parts – a headpiece, a camera, and a projector – the device involves the attachment of extendable, rotatable rods at the lateral ends of the headpiece. These rods end at a screen onto which is shown an image from a miniature projector attached to the headpiece apex which, in turn, receives information from a video camera via a wireless connection, or a memory card inserted into the projector itself. With such an arrangement, the purpose of enabling the user to engage with the information presented on the screen, as well as carry out other tasks at ease, is achieved. Such tasks include, but are not limited to, reading before bedtime, baby monitoring, and following DIY protocol. Post-device-usage interviews conducted showed than almost all users enjoyed the simplicity of the device and the possibility for multitasking that it entails. FURTHER WORK INTRODUCTION OBJECTIVES Before any actual construction, I did some quick research on different types of projection devices, their capabilities and electronic link-ups with the intent of making the device as simplistic and comfortable as possible. As a result of this research, I found that pocket pico-projectors were the optimum type of projector for achieving such purposes of close-range projection, aestheticism and comfort. To complement this pico-projector, I purchased a video camera with which to transmit information to the projector. The intended design is as follows: Then came the challenge of how to incorporate these electronics into an actual device. I liked the idea of attaching the device in some way to the user; through research looking into body and joint motion, and the convenience levels associated with attaching a foreign device to the human body with respect to the desire of performing the tasks pertaining to this project, I decided that the optimum place to turn my attention to was the user’s head. With varying levels of head size, the device had to be adjustable to fit snugly on the head, as well as allow some degree of freedom to allow substantial displacement according to the user’s desires. In terms of a headpiece mechanism, the one that took to my liking the most was that of a welding mask. With secure strapping in two planes, two knobs at the temples and one at the rear to adjust tightness, as well as allowing a good 180˚ rotation of the attached welding mask, this mechanism was just what I was looking for. I decided that a screen would be attached from this headpiece which a pico-projector, fixed at the headpiece’s apex, would project on. A lemon zester was used on either side, their stainless steel loops at their handles allowing attachment to the headpiece mechanism at the temples. An electric saw was used to slice off the sharp anterior of the zester, smoothing the exposed edges. The plastic interior of the zester was pulled out with pliers leaving a hollow interior. An extendable mirror was had its rubber handle removed and the naked metal rod was inserted into the cylindrical cavity of each zester, with the mirror facing outwards. A glue gun was then used to secure the mirrors to the interior of the zesters. The attachment of a pico-projector to the headpiece apex via a velcro connection, linked to the camera either via a wireless connection, or a memory card inserted into the projector, completes the device. MATERIALS AND METHODS RESULTS The results of the experiment enabled the objectives of the invention. Participants in the study experienced greater mobility, alleviation of physical strain, an ability to multitask, all the while enjoying the media displayed on the screen Further work could incorporate the following: Usage of the device to perform functions unrelated to books such as monitoring (a mother monitoring her baby) Entertainment such as watching movies, browsing through pictures, etc. Modifying the device so as to not be as bulky (refer to work by GOOGLE on glasses) Modify device so as to not provide hindrance in the frontal plane. Prof. Leonard Helmrich Prof. NicholaosMavridis Prof. Daniel Carbone As. All NYU Abu Dhabi Students who Participated in the Study The main purpose of the device is to incorporate multitasking to alleviate the physical and mental strains that accompany a heavy workoad. It is indeed true, and proven, that multitasking diminishes the level of efficiency in all respective tasks, but the act of multitasking in this respect, where all tasks converge to one common goal could, I believe, make one highly proficient in obtaining that goal. The ‘projection device’ I had in mind, particularly designed for reading, would incorporate the following elements: (a) Freedom of Movement – it is often as simple as being confined to one spot that puts reading efficiency and text comprehension in jeopardy. A wireless camera-projector link up and an adjustable headpiece could solve this issue. (b) Alleviation of Physical Strain – this is particularly seen in the classic case of reading in bed; sore arms, throbbing neck, and watery eyes unnecessarily turn the art of reading from a free-flowing skill to a taxing mission of sorts (c) Allowance for Multitasking – the main objective of the invention; this allows options to suddenly open up to the user such as reading while enjoying a meal, or following the instructions of an online DIY manual while simultaneously performing the task. (d) Act of Touching Book Pages Incorporated – personally not a fan of eBooks, I wish to take into account the pleasure-factor of the touch of a page Clive Miranda Prof. Leonard Helmrich, Prof. NikolaosMavridis THE MULTIPURPOSE PROJECTION DEVICE ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS WIRELESS CONNECTION TRANSMITTER WIRED CONNECTION PROJECTOR VIDEO CAMERA