Our Project, "Fluorangel" was achieved by using neopixels and C++ coding language to create our wings. The Neopixel is a popular LED-based light module that can be programmed to display a wide range of colors and patterns. By combining the Neopixel with a light sensor, we created a light-sensitive system that automatically turns on when the ambient light level drops below a certain threshold. With this, we created a fun addition to any Halloween costume, light sensored wings!
Fluorangel is a fashionable costume accessory that reacts to darkly lit rooms in order to turn on its colorful blue Neopixels in the center. On the sides of the wings are colorful LEDs that blink to give a dynamic feel. Fluorangel shows the abilities of Neopixels with light sensors. The cool toned color scheme creates an icy aesthetic that goes well with darkness.
We decided on the classic costume of Angel wings. In order to achieve the desired affect of eliminating angel wings, we chose to use Costume Angel Wings purchased from Good will. Since the wings were foam based, sewing into the wings could only be done with a layer of fabric glued onto the wings so we could sew conductive thread from the Floras to the LEDs, Neopixels, and light sensor.
Materials used
• 1 pair of Angel Wings
• Super Glue/Hot Glue Gun
• 4 Neopixels
• 1 Light Sensor
• 2 Adafruit Flora
• 2 Pink LEDs
• 2 Blue LEDs
• Conductive Thread
• Thick Fabric (to sew into)
• Thin Fabric (to sew into the front)
• 2 Rechargeable Battery Packs