My first issue for this weeks class was branding. I decided to come up with a brand in order to better explain my concept- as the word "interface" was beginning to confuse some. I chose the name "connect", because that is what the system does- it connects users to the world.
Firstly, I outlined my response to the CRA:
I then looked further into my branding, and created a logo. The logo uses the infinity symbol with a super-imposed "C", which implies endless possibilities, using connect.
For my presentation, it was important for me to outline exactly what connect does, in a very simple way, so I compiled the following statements:
The easiest way to explain connect is as a computer operating system, which can be used on any computer.
Traditional input devices include keyboards and mice (or in AAC systems, can include eye trackers, breathing devices, joy sticks, etc). Connect, therefore, allows a user to input using their thoughts only.
Output devices was one area where I was pretty confused. Initially, I had expected connect would output in the same way that it would input- directly into a users mind. However, research into human consciousness proved that this would be quite difficult. I then flirted with the idea of a lucid-dreaming state, however this seemed too close to creating a virtual reality setting, and I want to enhance communication for the user- not cut them off from the "real world" and implant them in the virtual. The answer then, was simple. As users can generally still hear and see, connect will simply output on visual and auditory devices- which may be as simple as a monitor and speakers, or include sophisticated technology including augmented contact lenses, holographs and implanted headphone devices.
The thing that sets connect apart is its ability to translate thoughts into commands, allowing users to navigate its graphic interface, instead of traditional AAC devices which just project sounds/text.
Users, at this point, are limited to the above, however in the future may be expanded to include those with limited mental functionality, however this would require an overhaul of the system
As each user has different thought patterns, brain shape and layout and needs, each system needs to be individually calibrated. Users must also undergo regular re-calibration processes, given that though patterns often change spontaneously.
As the internet is the future of communications, connect allows users to communicate through this medium primarily
After this presentation, feedback included making sure to articulate exactly what it was that I am presenting and designing, and to touch upon design thinking again.
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