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Harry Potter’s Sorting Hat

Getting a Fictional Object to Real Life Using Arduino

Description

The Sorting Hat Interactive Device brings the enchantment of the wizarding world to life through an engaging and magical experience. Inspired by the iconic Sorting Hat from Harry Potter, this device combines interaction design and technology to assign users to Hogwarts houses in an immersive and personalized manner. Using sensors and audio feedback, it recreates the charm of the Sorting Ceremony, allowing users to feel like part of the story.

 

This interactive device emphasizes the potential of blending tangible interfaces with storytelling to create memorable experiences. As users place the Sorting Hat on their heads, the device responds with unique audio cues and house assignments, making the process feel authentic and delightful. The Sorting Hat Interactive Device not only appeals to fans of the series but also demonstrates the power of interactive design in transforming familiar narratives into engaging, hands-on adventures for all ages.

Overview

Category

Interactive Design,
Product Design

Timeline

12 days

Tools Used

Arduino IDE

Team

Apratim Jain, Pragyan Srestha Sarangi

User Journey

sorthatUserJourney_edited.png

Fabricating Process

Circuit

The circuit uses the following components:

  • Arduino UNO

  • Jumper Wires

  • IR Sensor

  • Speaker

  • DF Player

  • Power Source (Batteries)

  • Servo SG90 Motor

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