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This cyberdeck is a… puppet?

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Summary

A unique cyberdeck was built by Natasha Dzurny, housed inside an "Avenue Q"-style puppet, featuring an Arduino UNO Q, a mini Bluetooth keyboard, and a 5-inch HDMI display. This project showcases extreme personalization in hardware design, integrating standard electronics into a custom, interactive puppet enclosure.

  • A cyberdeck was constructed within a custom puppet enclosure, moving beyond traditional hardware aesthetics.
  • The build uses an Arduino UNO Q, a mini Bluetooth keyboard, a 5-inch HDMI display, and a hidden webcam.
  • The puppet's head was crafted from a spherical mold, with an internal frame to mount components.
  • The design allows for hand insertion to operate the puppet's mouth, adding an interactive element.

This project demonstrates how custom enclosures can integrate electronics into highly creative and interactive forms, pushing beyond typical hardware aesthetics for personal expression.

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