Conference Room Laser Pointer System Anna Goncharova, Brent Hoover, Alex MendesSponsored by Dr....
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Conference Room Laser Pointer SystemAnna Goncharova, Brent Hoover, Alex MendesSponsored by Dr. Jeffrey Black
Overview
The project concept was developed for use in large conference rooms, where presentation slides are often projected at multiple screens. If the speaker chooses to use a handheld laser pointer, he or she will only be able to point it at one of the screens.
The goal of this project was to develop a system that detects where the speaker points the handheld laser pointer and replicates the laser beam on a second screen. The location (x and y coordinates) of the primary laser beam are extracted and a secondary laser is directed to the same spot on the screen as the corresponding location where the first laser is directed.
Hardware Overview
Software Overview
Operational Concept
Conclusions
Figure 1: General Hardware Diagram
Figure 3: Relay Circuit
Figure 2: Software Components Diagram
Overall, this project was successful in accomplishing the basic objectives. The system is able to replicate a beam coming from a handheld laser pointer relatively accurately. Another strength of the developed system is the relative inexpensiveness. Most of the components were purchased online for under $50. The total budget of $200 was not exceeded.
Ideally, the only thing required of the user for the system to operate is to turn on the Conference Room Laser Pointer System so that the built-in webcam faces the primary presentation screen and use his or her handheld laser pointer as usual. Presently, a more complex preparation is required of the user. The system must be properly calibrated to allow for the size of the presentation screens, the distance from the screens, and the hue of the primary laser.
Future WorkOverall, this project has the potential to be profitable. To accomplish this, several future directions may be undertaken. The image processing algorithms are an integral part of this project. The code can continue to be improved upon in terms of accuracy and reliability. The project housing can also be improved upon to be more aesthetically appealing and durable. Ultimately, the system should be tested by real users who have little knowledge of the technological workings of the system. This will help further develop and improve the Conference Room Laser Pointer System to make it more effective.
LaptopController
Pan and tilt mount
Servo motors
Relay Webca
m
Image dataOn/off signal
Angle info
Mounted systemWebc
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Computer
Figure 4: System Diagram
Handheld laser pointerReplicated on secondary screen
LaptopIntegrates all system componentsLocates primary laser beamControls servo motorsControls relay
WebcamTransmits primary screen image to laptop
Servo motorsControl and move pan and tilt system
Pan and tilt system Moves secondary laser
Servo motor controllerTransmits information from laptop to servo motors
RelayDisconnects secondary laser as needed
Replicating laserReplicates primary laser
USB cables and hubConnect system
Power suppliesPower system