/MakerBag

Primary LanguageArduino

MakerBags

A repository of projects to enhance any bag you own whether it is a backpack, purse, or grocery bag.

Wanderful Bag

The perfect hiking bag! Suggested projects:

  • sound to identify party members
  • timer to remind you to drink water
  • drink water / take break based on body temperature/sweat
  • compass with LED lights to show you are walking in the right direction

BeaconCall Bag

Great project to build with your kids

  • app that will alert you if your child walks further away than 10 meters
  • vibration to warn the child that they have wandered away from you
  • lights that will guide them back to you
  • buzzer if they feel unsafe

Audiophile Bag

  • create a private streaming service through raspberry pi
  • sound nob that will change the volume
  • have array of buttons with sounds to play down the straps

Grocery/Forgetful Bag

  • display reminders to buy "milk, eggs" with LCD screen
  • LED lights that change colors based on proximity to important dates (anniversary, birthdays)
  • reminder to refill waterbottle when owner is home

Vacation Bag

  • pair up your bag with other travelers on the trip
  • sound an alert if any pockets are open while on back
  • sound alert if anyone tries to unzip your bag while on back
  • notify you if there is a great tourist site nearby
  • sound alarm if someone moves bag without identifying (touch ID?)

Other Projects

  • LED light for when internal battery is low
  • build your own internal bag wifi
  • sewing project to safely store arduino/raspberry pi
  • posture checker?