User:1sfoerster/biofeedback/Pulse Sensor Hacks

Problem Statement
Get pulse sensor working as in put to the arduino.

Starting Point
A pulse sensor was purchased, but the ear clip disappeared. Experiments done by past teams tried to locate the pulse sensor on the ear, the neck and the finger. The finger clip used in hospitals was the most attractive for these reasons: Perhaps an ear clip will be in the final design, but for now need a finger clip.
 * neck placement requires wearing a collar which is uncomfortable
 * ear clip was uncomfortable, and cables to it get in the way of arms and testing

Finger clip Design
Google images has lots of pictures of finger clips. Worked on a finger clip that can be 3D printed.

Next Steps

 * 1) Procure the Parallax microMedic kit (w/ Arduino shield) for $199.00, found here. The kit includes many peripherals for possible use with the project
 * 2) Complete SketchUp schematic for a 3D printer-ready finger clip