The Flick Large is an innovative 3D tracking and gesture control board that allows you to interact with your I2C-enabled devices using simple hand movements. Designed for seamless integration with a variety of platforms including Raspberry Pi, BeagleBone, Arduino, and Genuino, Flick Large offers a magical touch-free control experience. Whether you're swiping, tapping, or rotating your hand in the air, Flick Large detects your gestures up to 15 cm away, giving you precise and intuitive control over your projects. With its plug-and-play functionality and comprehensive software support, getting started with Flick Large is quick and easy.

Features

• Compatibility: Works with Raspberry Pi, BeagleBone, Arduino, Genuino, or any I2C-enabled device
• 3D Tracking: Detects gestures in 3D space up to 15 cm away
• Gesture Sensing: Supports swipe, tap, double tap, air wheel, and touch gestures
• Touch and Tap Sensing: Recognizes specific touch points on the board
• I2C Communication: Easily integrates with Raspberry Pi and other I2C devices
• Software Support: Full libraries available with open-source code and a one-line installer
• No Soldering Required: Simple setup and integration
• Dual-Color LED: Orange/green LED for visual feedback
• Level Shifting: Supports 3V3 or 5V0 power and logic signals
• CE and FCC Approved: Fully tested and compliant

Specifications

• Dimensions: 14.8 cm x 10.4 cm x 0.5 cm
• Detection Range: 0 to 15 cm
• Temperature Range: -20°C to +85°C
• Position Rate: 200 positions/sec
• Spatial Resolution: Up to 150 dpi
• Chip: MGC3130 3D Tracking and Gesture Controller
• Proximity and Touch Sensing: Yes
• Compatible with Hillstar Development Kit: Allows for USB connection to PC and firmware programming
• Available Gestures:
  • Swipe: East to West, West to East, North to South, South to North
  • Tap and Double Tap: Center, East, West, North, South
  • Airwheel: Clockwise, Anti-clockwise
  • Touch: Center, East, West, North, South
• Low-Power Design: Energy-efficient operation
• Works Through Case: Gesture detection even when enclosed in a case

Applications of the Flick Large Board:

1. Home Automation: Use gesture controls for smart devices like lights and thermostats, and create interactive displays for information panels or smart mirrors.
2. Robotics: Implement gesture controls for operating robotic arms or drones, allowing intuitive manipulation without physical interfaces.
3. Gaming and Entertainment: Create immersive gaming experiences that respond to hand movements, or develop interactive installations that engage audiences through gestures.
4. Healthcare: Use in touchless interfaces for medical equipment to reduce contamination risks, and develop gesture-based rehabilitation tools for patient exercises.
5. Education: Enhance classroom learning with interactive tools that respond to gestures, or allow students to use gesture recognition in science projects.
6. Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR): Integrate gesture controls in VR/AR applications for improved navigation and interaction.
7. IoT Projects: Enable gesture-based control of multiple IoT devices, simplifying management in smart homes or offices.
8. Accessibility: Develop assistive technologies that allow individuals with disabilities to control devices through gestures, enhancing their independence.
9. Art and Performance: Create gesture-responsive art installations for interactive experiences, or choreograph performances where dancers control music or lighting with their movements.
10. Prototyping and Development: Facilitate rapid prototyping of gesture-controlled interfaces in development projects, speeding up the design process.

Resources:

• Software for the Flick boards is available here on GitHub
• Follow this guide to set up your Flick Large board and case
• Raspberry Pi As Robotic Arm Controller with Flick HAT
• Control your Raspberry Pi Sense HAT using gestures with Flick

Package Includes

• 1 x Flick Large Board
• 1 x Female to Female Jumper Cable
• 1 x Female to Male Jumper Cable
• 3 x Stickers
• 2 x Info Cards