Typing/Talking Gag

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For those of you haven't seen my previous posts, I've been working on a new kind of gag/Arduino project. Modelled on a dildo gag, this 3d printed device is studded with buttons in training-relevant locations which the wearer uses to control a screen mounted on the front of the panel. The original plan was to just display a symbol on the forward-facing screen for each button press, but it quickly grew in scope to include 'typing' letters using a custom system of two-button combination codes. The code to display letters is included, along with a chart for remembering 'keystrokes.' I decided to grow the project into a full-featured desktop keyboard (minus numbers) with an additional button (and freedom of movement). I was planning to release this as one big package once the desktop keyboard version was ready, but it may be a while before I finish it. So you are getting two releases: the gag version now and the keyboard version in a week or two. Maybe I'll make a combined zip someday but the contents of this part won't change. This zip includes the models, Arduino code, art, and a guide on how to make it. There is plenty of room for improvement in the design and I'm looking forward to seeing what you all come up with, but what I have here is satisfyingly functional, even if it requires a little modification after printing. The next project is the desktop-mounted 'keyboard' variant which will use the same button section but a different, longer base, mounted to a stand. The keyboard code (unreleased atm) works and will allow this version to function as a real computer keyboard. The wiring guide, parts list, stand template, code, are all done. I just need to finish final assembly, take photos, and test it on my lovely assistant. After that, I'll work on additional Arduino code, maybe a typing game, until I get bored with this particular theme of devices. The next thing will probably be some kind of tilt-sensing collar. other photos: https://imgur.com/a/7F8gFgq