Seven segments, but not as we know them
We've seen many clever reimaginings of the classic 7-segment display, and [Jack's] 'DigiTag' 7-segment display proves there's still room for something new.< /p>
This device 3D printable has a frame that three sliders fit into. These sliders can be adjusted individually, mixing and matching the visibility of colored and uncolored areas, to create numbers from 0 to 9. We have already seen unusual displays inspired by 7 segments, using a motor for the whole number to those requiring one engine per segment, but nothing like this approach.
While this particular design relies on the user to manually "dial" each digit, the resulting key-like assembly (and unique shape of each digit) seems to have some interesting applications: a box design puzzle comes to mind.
If you have any ideas on how this could be used, don't keep them to yourself! Let us know in the comments below.
We've seen many clever reimaginings of the classic 7-segment display, and [Jack's] 'DigiTag' 7-segment display proves there's still room for something new.< /p>
This device 3D printable has a frame that three sliders fit into. These sliders can be adjusted individually, mixing and matching the visibility of colored and uncolored areas, to create numbers from 0 to 9. We have already seen unusual displays inspired by 7 segments, using a motor for the whole number to those requiring one engine per segment, but nothing like this approach.
While this particular design relies on the user to manually "dial" each digit, the resulting key-like assembly (and unique shape of each digit) seems to have some interesting applications: a box design puzzle comes to mind.
If you have any ideas on how this could be used, don't keep them to yourself! Let us know in the comments below.
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