The Idea

A vest that puffs up as the user squeezes a heart pump. Using the inclinometer on the Bluefruit, the Bluefruit, attached to the vest, will tilt as air is pumped into the device. The tilt in the Bluefruit sends a signal to your partner’s vest. It can trigger a flare or curl, or it may reveal spikes or release dangling ornaments. Vests have a valve to release air.

Why?

The puffer vest works in two ways. It allows the user to seek physical comfort by squeezing a heart pump to apply more pressure to their upper torso. It also allows the user to communicate their emotional state to their partner. Their partner’s vest flies into a protective mode, almost like a call to action or like someone rushing to rescue.

Sketches

Materials

  1. Assorted Fabric for vest
  2. Plastic Sheets
  3. Soldering Iron
  4. Heart Pump
  5. Bluefruit
  6. Wood or zip ties for support