Introduction: The Impossible and Uncomfortable Meal

The "Uncomfortable Meal" is a whimsical dining experience that challenges the ordinary. Combining innovative technology and creativity, this project promises a unique, laughter-inducing dinner. From spinning noodles to dancing chopsticks and onion goggles, this unconventional adventure invites you to embrace the bizarre and create unforgettable memories at the dinner table. Welcome to the Uncomfortable Meal!

Supplies

  • 3x AA batteries
  • 1x Battery pack
  • 1x Switch
  • 1x Pump with motor
  • Wires
  • 1x Double battery 9V
  • Wires
  • 1x Motor
  • 1x Battery adapter 9V
  • 1x Bowl
  • 1x Arduino
  • 1x Powerbank
  • 2x Long sticks
  • Wires
  • 2x Servo motors
  • 3x Screws
  • 2x Sticks
  • Goggles
  • onion
  • Electronic tape
  • 3D printer
  • Lazer cutter

Step 1: Soy Sauce Pump

  • Assemble the 3D printed soy sauce cup.
  • Connect the soy sauce pump motor to the battery pack using wires.
  • Attach the switch to the circuit to control the pump.
  • Place the pump assembly under the 3D printed soy sauce cup.
  • Ensure the battery pack (3xAA batteries) powers the pump.


Step 2: Noodle Spinning Bowl

  • Assemble the 3D print for the motor to sit in and the part to stabilize and hide the motor.
  • Attach the motor to the stabilizing 3D printed part.
  • Connect the motor to the double 9V battery using wires.
  • Place the motor assembly at the bottom of a regular bowl.
  • Ensure the battery adapter (9V) powers the motor.

  • The noodles will spin unpredictably when the motor is activated.


Step 3: Dancing Chopstics

  • Prepare the Arduino, powerbank, and servo boxes:
  • Place the Arduino in the laser-cut box.
  • Mount the servo motors in their respective 3D printed boxes.
  • Attach the servo boxes to the ends of the long sticks.
  • Connect the servo motors to the Arduino using wires and snúrugæjar.
  • Secure the Arduino box to a belt hanger.
  • Attach the belt hanger to your body or a chair.
  • Write a simple Arduino program to make the servo motors move erratically.
  • Power the Arduino with the powerbank.
  • The chopsticks, attached to the servo motors, will dance around unpredictably.


Step 4: Additional Components

  • Wear goggles with chopped onions inside to make your eyes water.
  • Use a plate with a hole in the middle for the noodle spinning bowl.
  • Place the 3D printed chopstick stand on the table.
  • Use the 3D printed glass with a hole in the bottom for your drink.
  • Add a lot of electronic tape to ensure everything stays in place and looks makeshift.


Step 5: Enjoy Your Uncomfortable Meal

  • Invite your guests to sit down and attempt to enjoy their meal.
  • Activate the soy sauce pump for added discomfort.
  • Try to eat your noodles while they spin around.
  • Struggle to pick up your food with the dancing chopsticks.
  • Don't forget to wear the onion goggles!