Introduction: Graduation Cap Art Design

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There are usually a variety of designs for graduations caps utilizing standard art supplies. This graduation cap art design will showcase electronics as the art medium.


Check out youtube for assembly video. https://youtu.be/fkp0vbt6Q-c

Supplies

  • Graduation Cap
  • 32x32 RGB LED Matrix Panel - 6mm pitch
  • Teensy 3.2 + header
  • SmartMatrix SmartLED Shield (V4) for Teensy 3
  • Phone Charger Backup Battery
  • Cellphone Armholder for Cell Phones / Cell Phone Holder for Running
  • Elastic Hair Tie
  • 2 Velcro Brand One-Wrap Strap 8"
  • 2 wires
  • 6 Machine Screws (fits the 32x32 RGB)
  • 6 Gardner Bender 1/2" Plastic Cable Clamp

Step 1: Connect the Microcontrollers

Connect the SmartMatrix and Teensy together. Keep straps away from pins that will connect to the RGB.

Step 2: Connect to the 32x32 RGB

Step 3: Put on Cap

Step 4: Upload Code

LightningLisa/graduationcapart (gitlab.com)