Dance mat schematic circuit

The principle of the dancing blanket is straightforward; it functions as a direct retrofit for a keyboard or gamepad. Each key on the keyboard and gamepad operates as a switch, which connects to the ground through a wire lead. The implementation of this principle, however, is more complex. First, an old keyboard is recommended (if purchasing a new keyboard, it may be more practical to buy a dance mat). The keyboard must be disassembled to access the arrow keys and identify the corresponding joints. It is essential to solder pairs of wires to these joints, ensuring they do not make contact when a key is not pressed, which can be verified using a multimeter. Each wire is then soldered to the pads. Next, the production of pressure-sensitive switches is crucial. This involves preparing two metal sheets measuring 10 cm by 1 cm, selecting a relatively soft metal with good memory properties that will not deform significantly. These sheets are bent at approximately 140 degrees. A base for the switch is created using 30 cm by 30 cm cardboard or plywood, and the two metal sheets are affixed in a crisscross pattern at the center of the base. Two thin wires are prepared by stripping a small section of insulation, and these wires are attached to the metal sheets, ensuring they do not contact each other when the sheets are pressed. Finally, the wires are routed outside to connect to the switch. This process is repeated to create switches in the opposite direction. The conductor wires and switches are then connected to the keyboard, completing the corresponding direction on the dance mat. If desired, the switches can also be secured to the ground or a larger surface to enhance the jumping experience.

The dancing blanket circuit utilizes a series of pressure-sensitive switches that interface with a keyboard or gamepad. The switches are designed to detect foot pressure, translating physical movement into electronic signals. The construction of the pressure-sensitive switch is critical; the metal sheets need to be selected for their appropriate mechanical properties, ensuring they can withstand repeated use without significant wear or deformation.

The keyboard disassembly process requires careful handling to avoid damaging internal components. Identifying the correct joints for soldering is essential, as incorrect connections can lead to malfunctioning keys. The use of a multimeter is highly recommended to confirm that the switches are functioning correctly before final assembly.

Once the pressure-sensitive switches are constructed, they can be integrated into the system. The wires from the switches should be routed neatly to avoid tangling or damage during use. It is important to ensure that the connections to the keyboard or gamepad are secure, as loose connections can lead to intermittent functionality.

For enhanced performance, the design may incorporate additional features, such as LED indicators or sound feedback, which can further enrich the user experience. These elements can be connected to the same circuit, allowing for a more interactive and engaging environment. In summary, the dancing blanket circuit is a creative adaptation of standard input devices, enabling a novel method of interaction through physical movement.Dancing blanket principle is very simple, it is a direct retrofit keyboard or gamepad. Each key on the keyboard and gamepad are actually a switch, as long as these switch on th e ground with a wire lead out riding on the line. Its that simple, to the keyboard as described below. Although the principle is simple, but the realization of the principle is not so simple. First, you need to have a keyboard, the keyboard is the best old (if you buy a new keyboard might as well just buy the dance mat), disassemble the keyboard arrow keys to find the corresponding joints, weld must find pairs, preferably multimeter test Make sure that both joints are not turned on when the key is pressed, then each of these wires are soldered to the pads. Then there is the pressure-sensitive switch production. Making the switch is the key, we must first prepare two pieces of 10cm 1cm metal sheet, a metal sheet to choose a relatively soft material with good memories but the metal, according to how the stereotypes will not be much deformed, and the texture is especially good.

Sheet metal bending (about 140 degrees), then prepare a 30cm 30cm cardboard or plywood skin as a switch base, find a small and a little tougher than the base paper, the two metal sheets in a crisscross pattern fixed in the middle of the paper, the paper cover to the base sit. Followed by two wires (as much as possible fine wire, which have a certain impact on the foot feeling) to remove a small portion of the insulating layer, and then were the two wires to remove the insulating layer where the metal sheet is fixed to the inside of both ends of the (put location is very careful, not by the metal sheet when the two wires can not come into contact with the metal sheet, pressed metal sheet when they have the opposite, its only qualified best measured with a multimeter in order to avoid fixed wire after the discovery put position was not allowed).

Finally, the wire drawn out to switch on the line outside. Such a pressure-sensitive switch on the well. Then in such a way and then make the switch in the other direction. Now only the conductor wires and switches on the keyboard together, and then on the corresponding direction on the dance mat is completed. If able to do so, the switch can also be fixed on the ground or large jaws, so jumped up more feeling.