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[[Image:BrainMachineKids.jpg|center|500px|Fun using Brain Machines]]<br> | [[Image:BrainMachineKids.jpg|center|500px|Fun using Brain Machines]]<br> | ||
==Dive into the fascinating world of neurotechnology and construct your very own Brain Machine | ==Dive into the fascinating world of neurotechnology<br> and construct your very own '''Brain Machine'''!<br><br>== | ||
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==<br><span style="color:violet">'''''Meditate! Hallucinate! Trip out!'''''<br><br></span>== | |||
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This workshop will be given:<br> | This workshop will be given:<br> | ||
Day | Easterhegg 23, Day 2: Saturday, 4-April, 7:45pm - 9:45pm<br> | ||
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<span style="color:orange">'''NOTE: You do NOT need to register to take this workshop -- please show up early to ensure a seat at the | <span style="color:orange">'''NOTE: You do NOT need to register to take this workshop -- please show up early to ensure a seat at the Solder Enrichment Center.'''<br> | ||
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[[File:BrainMachineWorkshopFabLabNK.jpg|right|500px|Brain Machine workshop at FabLabNK]]<br> | [[File:BrainMachineWorkshopFabLabNK.jpg|right|500px|Brain Machine workshop at FabLabNK]]<br> | ||
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What is a [https://cornfieldelectronics.com/cfe/projects.php#brainmachine Brain Machine]? It's a fascinating device that generates light and sound pulses at brainwave frequencies. These | '''What is a''' | ||
'''[https://cornfieldelectronics.com/cfe/projects.php#brainmachine Brain Machine]?'''<br> | |||
It's a fascinating device that generates light and sound pulses at brainwave frequencies. These may be able to help you achieve various states of consciousness, such as meditation or improved sleep.<br> | |||
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In this workshop for '''total beginners''' we will all make a '''[https://cornfieldelectronics.com/cfe/projects.php#brainmachine Brain Machine]''' | In this workshop for '''total beginners''' we will all make a '''[https://cornfieldelectronics.com/cfe/projects.php#brainmachine Brain Machine]''' | ||
that is preprogrammed with a really nice meditation sequence. As well as a device that can help you relax and meditate, a nice bonus is that everyone hallucinates beautiful colors and patterns along the way.<br> | that is preprogrammed with a really nice meditation sequence. As well as a device that can help you relax and meditate, a nice bonus is that ''everyone hallucinates beautiful colors and patterns'' along the way.<br> | ||
The Brain Machine is totally [https://github.com/maltman23/Brain_Machine_kit open hardware], and created to be hackable, so you can re-program it with any computer, with software that is free to download and use.<br> | The Brain Machine is totally [https://github.com/maltman23/Brain_Machine_kit open hardware], and created to be hackable, so you can re-program it with any computer, with software that is free to download and use.<br> | ||
This workshop is for ''**total beginners**'' to learn to solder.<br> | This workshop is for ''**total beginners**'' to learn to solder.<br> | ||
<span style="color:violet">'''''IMPORTANT NOTE:'''''<br>'''The Brain Machine uses blinking lights, and is not recommended for people who are photosensitive.'''<br></span> | |||
'''When''':<br> | '''When''':<br> | ||
Day 4 | Day 2 (4-April, Saturday): 7:45pm - 9:45pm | ||
== Full Description: == | == Full Description: == | ||
'''Learn to solder''' by making a way-cool, Sound & Light Machine, that will help you meditate, and hallucinate. It can also be re-programmed to help with sleep, and reduce brain fog.<br> | '''Learn to solder''' by making a way-cool, Sound & Light Machine, that will help you meditate, and hallucinate. It can also be re-programmed to help with sleep, and possibly even reduce brain fog.<br> | ||
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The '''[https://cornfieldelectronics.com/cfe/projects.php#brainmachine Brain Machine]''' is open hardware, and created to be hackable.<br> | The '''[https://cornfieldelectronics.com/cfe/projects.php#brainmachine Brain Machine]''' is open hardware, and created to be hackable.<br> | ||
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'''Materials costs'''<br> | '''Materials costs'''<br> | ||
The workshop is free, but if you would like to partake in the hands-on aspects of the workshop, Mitch will have | The workshop is free, but if you would like to partake in the hands-on aspects of the workshop, Mitch will have Brain Machine kits for '''€25'''.<br> | ||
<span style="color:violet">'''''IMPORTANT NOTE:'''''<br>'''The Brain Machine uses blinking lights, and is not recommended for people who are photosensitive.'''<br></span> | |||
== Workshop Itinerary == | == Workshop Itinerary == | ||
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== Summary == | == Summary == | ||
'''What''': Make an [https://cornfieldelectronics.com/cfe/projects.php#brainmachine Brain Machine]<br> | '''What''': Make an [https://cornfieldelectronics.com/cfe/projects.php#brainmachine Brain Machine]<br> | ||
'''When''': | '''When''': 7:45pm to 9:45pm, Day 2 (Saturday, 4-April)<br> | ||
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'''Where''': | '''Where''': Solder Enrichment Center<br> | ||
'''Who''': Anyone and everyone can have fun making the Brain Machine Ages 10 to 100<br> | '''Who''': Anyone and everyone can have fun making the Brain Machine Ages 10 to 100<br> | ||
'''Max #''': 25 participants -- <span style="color:orange">'''''This workshop will fill up, so please do arrive early!'''''</span><br> | '''Max #''': 25 participants -- <span style="color:orange">'''''This workshop will fill up, so please do arrive early!'''''</span><br> | ||
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== Links: == | == Links: == | ||
[https://cornfieldelectronics.com/cfe/projects.php#brainmachine Brain | [https://cornfieldelectronics.com/cfe/projects.php#brainmachine Brain Machine kit]<br> | ||
[http://www.arduino.cc/ Ardiuno website]<br> | [http://www.arduino.cc/ Ardiuno website]<br> | ||
[https://github.com/maltman23/Brain_Machine_kit Brain Machine Github page] | [https://github.com/maltman23/Brain_Machine_kit Brain Machine Github page] | ||
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'''DECT''': 2676 (CORN) | '''DECT''': 2676 (CORN) | ||
== Map == | <!-- == Map == --> | ||
[[File:HHA_map_39C3.jpg|600px|left|Location of Hardware Hacking Area]] | <!-- [[File:HHA_map_39C3.jpg|600px|left|Location of Hardware Hacking Area]] --> | ||
Latest revision as of 21:00, 31 March 2026
Make Your Own Brain Machine workshop
Dive into the fascinating world of neurotechnology
and construct your very own Brain Machine!
Meditate! Hallucinate! Trip out!
This workshop will be given:
Easterhegg 23, Day 2: Saturday, 4-April, 7:45pm - 9:45pm
NOTE: You do NOT need to register to take this workshop -- please show up early to ensure a seat at the Solder Enrichment Center.
Abstract:
What is a
Brain Machine?
It's a fascinating device that generates light and sound pulses at brainwave frequencies. These may be able to help you achieve various states of consciousness, such as meditation or improved sleep.
In this workshop for total beginners we will all make a Brain Machine
that is preprogrammed with a really nice meditation sequence. As well as a device that can help you relax and meditate, a nice bonus is that everyone hallucinates beautiful colors and patterns along the way.
The Brain Machine is totally open hardware, and created to be hackable, so you can re-program it with any computer, with software that is free to download and use.
This workshop is for **total beginners** to learn to solder.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
The Brain Machine uses blinking lights, and is not recommended for people who are photosensitive.
When:
Day 2 (4-April, Saturday): 7:45pm - 9:45pm
Full Description:
Learn to solder by making a way-cool, Sound & Light Machine, that will help you meditate, and hallucinate. It can also be re-programmed to help with sleep, and possibly even reduce brain fog.
The Brain Machine is open hardware, and created to be hackable.
This workshop is for total beginners to learn to solder.
For ages 10 - 100.
Taught by Mitch Altman.
Optional: Bring your laptop if you want to go home with the free Arduino software installed on it.
Arduino software runs on Windows, MacOS and Linux.
Materials costs
The workshop is free, but if you would like to partake in the hands-on aspects of the workshop, Mitch will have Brain Machine kits for €25.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
The Brain Machine uses blinking lights, and is not recommended for people who are photosensitive.
Workshop Itinerary
- Intro to Sound & Light Machines
- Learn to solder. Don't let this scare you! I've taught tens of thousands of people to solder, most of whom have never made anything before in their lives. It is actually a very easy skill to learn. It is also very useful.
- How to re-program your Brain Machine for creating other brainwave sequences
Summary
What: Make an Brain Machine
When: 7:45pm to 9:45pm, Day 2 (Saturday, 4-April)
Where: Solder Enrichment Center
Who: Anyone and everyone can have fun making the Brain Machine Ages 10 to 100
Max #: 25 participants -- This workshop will fill up, so please do arrive early!
Cost: €25 for materials
Instructor: Mitch Altman
website: Brain Machine kit
Buy a kit to guarantee a seat, or come by early! (And please do arrive early, regardless!)
Optional: Bring your laptop if you want to go home with the free Arduino software installed on it.
Arduino software runs on Windows, MacOS and Linux.
Links:
Brain Machine kit
Ardiuno website
Brain Machine Github page
Contact
Mitch Altman: <mitch AT CornfieldElectronics DOT com>
DECT: 2676 (CORN)