AccuTemp: A wearable core temperature monitor that will buzz when people exercising overheat.

We started this project with a device that would be worn as a wristband or a headband. We began with sketches and even looked at parts what parts? online. Our plan then, was to sew some arduino lilypad boards and pieces onto the fabric. Another way we were thinking about doing it was to create a little pocket with all of the sensors and stuff.

We started thinking after this, “What part of your body represents heat the best?” We researched body heat, and to our surprise, we learned that the lower back, right on the spinem, heated up the fastest. We then changed our project to fit on your back. This is how we determined the spacing on the body. We needed to design a shell that could fit onto your back. We went onto Fusion and designed a 10x9 cm box then curved the bottom side to fit into your back. We printed it out and added foam and straps to the back to add more comfort. Next, we created the electronics and code to go with this device. We had to solder all of our circuits and attach them to the shell. We finished it all off with a clear plastic top for demonstrational purposes.

Our project is designed to be worn on your lower back, with the strap fitting comfortably underneath your clothes, right on your stomach. A temperature sensor on the AccuTemp enables players to get the most accurate reading to stay cool while exercising.