So my aim here is to research/design/prototype a light switch by means of capacitive or non contact sensors, i.e. capacitive touch, microwave... BUT crucially to implement them in the way that I need;
That being seamless with a finished plaster wall, no visible square or display, perhaps just a small inlay or graphic, I'm imagining something like the three parallel lines you'd see on your mobile, copper, black, what ever fits the décor.
I get frustrated with the fact that "smart" home devices, especially light switches, tend not not look very good, so that's where this idea comes in and I'm sure I'm not the only one out there thinking like this!?
To begin, a simple on/off function would be fine as realistically this switch will ONLY be there out of necessity. Other 'smart' functions can be done through voice or other devices.
Once the most suitable means of switching is worked out and its power requirements, the second half of the task will be to design a mount/surface that might be secured to a standard single pattress box, this would have to be securely mounted and I imagine this will lay the foundation to be plastered over and painted.
Anyway, that's my talking out loud done. Hopefully there are some like minded people here who have been tackling similar issues?
That being seamless with a finished plaster wall, no visible square or display, perhaps just a small inlay or graphic, I'm imagining something like the three parallel lines you'd see on your mobile, copper, black, what ever fits the décor.
I get frustrated with the fact that "smart" home devices, especially light switches, tend not not look very good, so that's where this idea comes in and I'm sure I'm not the only one out there thinking like this!?
To begin, a simple on/off function would be fine as realistically this switch will ONLY be there out of necessity. Other 'smart' functions can be done through voice or other devices.
Once the most suitable means of switching is worked out and its power requirements, the second half of the task will be to design a mount/surface that might be secured to a standard single pattress box, this would have to be securely mounted and I imagine this will lay the foundation to be plastered over and painted.
Anyway, that's my talking out loud done. Hopefully there are some like minded people here who have been tackling similar issues?