ml-ball-demo

Overview:

This repo has all the files needed to run a new interactive musical instrument. Currently it doesn't sound very melodic but with some more work it could be a nifty instrument.

Description:

• An arduino nano ble sense, fitted inside of a stress ball, send IMU data via bluetooth.
• A computer receives the IMU data via a python, and redirects it locally via OSC.
• OSC data is fed into Wekinator, which processes into the desired outputs (currently 3, can be modified)
• Max/MSP patch receives the Wekinator outputs and drives the music.

Notice that to power the board using a battery you have to solder the 5V pad.

Rough soft case - could be replace by a 3D printed enclosure.

Big thanks to:

• Kris Winer for the IMU code
• Rebecca Fiebrink's Wekinator
• Python BLE comm tutorial