Sheriff YeeMax

Test run

Inspiration

As a Computer Science major, many of us can relate to experiencing back pain as a result of poor posture. The common scenario involves long hours spent hunched over our computer screens, diligently working on our projects at our desks. To address this issue and improve our well-being, we'd like to introduce a new sheriff to town, Sheriff YeeMax.

What it does

Sheriff YeeMax is a unique hardware device solution designed to safeguard our posture. It uses camera sensors to detect poor posture and prompts a "yeehaw" sound until posture improves. This playful and proactive approach serves as a reminder to prioritize our physical well-being and maintain proper posture throughout our computing endeavors.

How I built it

We first investigate the most effective approaches to deploy machine learning on a Raspberry Pi while also conducting thorough research on the Teachable Machine. We delve into the practical use of "TensorFlow.js" models, utilizing a camera for side-object detection, and employing ultrasonic sensors for distance measurement between surfaces. Each of these steps contributes to a comprehensive understanding of machine learning, its real-world applications, and its potential on a Raspberry Pi platform.

Challenges we ran into

We have to deal with algorithmic recognition difficulties while managing an extremely high workload within a limited timeframe. Another challenge we ran into is the limited equipment and making our website react to our posture.