FINAL PROJECT
THE CONCEPT:
FitnesCat
is a cat gym that consists of several smart devices. The primary component is a food dispenser that provides exercise rewards (ideally low-calorie snacks). This device works wirelessly with three additional exercise machines:
- Wireless Button: A simple wireless button that triggers snack release when pressed. The idea is to place it far enough so the cat must travel a certain distance to earn the reward.
- Climbing Tower or Wall: This device recognizes when the cat climbs to the top, signalling progress with lights and sounds. Upon reaching the top, the cat is rewarded with a treat.
- Treadmill Wheel: Equipped with a distance sensor, this device can be programmed to specific goals (e.g., 100 meters). Like the other devices, it signals progress and dispenses a reward once the target is achieved.
- Future Expansions: There are possibilities to extend the system with additional types of devices.
The reward system uses signals like lights and sounds that are easily recognized by cats but not disruptive to humans, ensuring the device remains functional without being annoying.
The idea came from noticing that two of my cats clearly get far too little exercise during the day. Naturally, they tend to be more active at night, which is when humans rest. The goal is to create a smart device that encourages cats to move and burn calories at night- without disturbing their owners.
SKETCHES
THE REWARD MACHINE:
THE FINAL RESULT
3D MODELS
RENDERS
PROTOTYPES
ELECTRONICS
THE CODE
THE CAT’S BUTTON:
THE FINAL RESULT
3D MODELS
RENDERS
PROTOTYPES
ELECTRONICS
THE CODE
TREADMILL:
THE FINAL RESULT
3D MODELS
RENDERS
PROTOTYPES
ELECTRONICS
