Electronic badge
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An electronic badge (or electronic conference badge, PCB badge) is a wearable gadget with embedded electronics replacing the traditional role of paper badges which were issued on public events, possessing the capability to execute a range of functions far beyond mere visual identification. It began primarily as a security conference badge. Their integration of technology and gamification elements has led to their widespread adoption across diverse domains, such as education, gaming, and technology conferences. The development and innovation surrounding electronic badges have been fueled by the mix of hardware hacking and gamification principles by the pioneering of enthusiasts in the hacker and maker communities. Electronic badges have evolved into versatile tools that facilitate interactive learning experiences and foster networking opportunities at events.
The functionality of electronic badges is driven by merging of mechanical, hardware and software elements. Microcontrollers in the badge performs interactions with various sensors and controlling the display output. Sensors, like accelerometers and environmental sensors, allow badges to react to their environment. Additionally, electronic badges often feature dynamic displays, such as LED matrices or e-ink screens, allowing for the visual communication of information. Putting gamification strategies into play, electronic badges reward learners to accomplish tasks or conquer challenges, creating an environment for skill acquisition and infotainment.
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An electronic badge (or electronic conference badge) is a gadget that is a replacement for a traditional paper-based badge or pass issued at public events.[1] It is mainly handed out at computer (security) conferences and hacker events.[2] Their main feature is to display the name of the attendee, but due to their electronic nature they can include a variety of software. The badges were originally a tradition at DEF CON, but spread across different events.[3]
Examples
editHardware
edit- SHA2017 badge, which included an e-ink screen and an ESP32[4]
- Card10 for CCCamp2019[5][6]
- Electromagnetic Field Camp badge[7][8]
Software
editThe organization badge.team has developed a platform called "Hatchery"[9] to publish and develop software for several badges.[10]
References
edit- ^ White, Mark Alexander (June 20, 2006). "SmartBadge: An Electronic Conference Badge using RF and IR Communications". University of Canterbury.
- ^ "Badgelife: the art of the conference badge". HackSpace magazine. Retrieved November 8, 2019.
- ^ Oberhaus, Daniel (September 18, 2018). "A History of Badgelife, Def Con's Unlikely Obsession with Artistic Circuit Boards". Vice. Retrieved November 8, 2019.
- ^ "Nederlands hackercamp SHA2017 gaat wifi-badges met E-Ink gebruiken". Tweakers (in Dutch). Retrieved November 10, 2019.
- ^ "card10 - Home". card10.badge.events.ccc.de. Retrieved November 8, 2019.
- ^ By (August 29, 2019). "Hands-On: CCCamp2019 Badge Is A Sensor Playground Not To Be Mistaken For A Watch". Hackaday. Retrieved November 10, 2019.
- ^ "EMF Badge". badge.emfcamp.org. Retrieved November 10, 2019.
- ^ By (August 27, 2018). "2018 Electromagnetic Field Badge: It's An Entire Phone!". Hackaday. Retrieved November 10, 2019.
- ^ "Hatchery". badge.team. Retrieved November 8, 2019.
- ^ By (February 20, 2019). "Badge.Team: Badges Get A Platform". Hackaday. Retrieved November 24, 2019.
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