Firefly 210 LED Prototype

This prototype of Firefly LED incorporates 210 LED's arranged in 6 rows of 35. The LEDs are inserted into rows of 1/2" Plexi-glass with all of the their anode wires soldered together. Each LED has a small wire hanging from its cathode. The wires hang through the supporting aluminum structure, powered with 3.3V from a computer power supply. On the bottom of each wire is a small, transparent plastic sail, helping them to catch the wind. As wind blows over the piece, the wires are blown into contact with the aluminum frame. The LEDs turn on in varying patterns corresponding to the timing and pressure exerted upon their wire switches.

Ongoing work and references for this project can be found on my blog, here.

Patent Pending