Balanced iPhone holder for mounting on steering wheel

Project Overview

Our client wants us to create a holder for an iPhone that can be mounted on the center of his steering wheel that allows the iPhone to remain level as the client turns the wheel. The client, due to multiple sclerosis, is limited in the amount he can move his head without becoming disoriented, and therefor needs the device to be in the area of the dashboard and steering wheel. The client requires the iPhone to be there because he uses it for maps, directions, the phone, etc. It is our job to make the device both easy and safe to use while driving.

Team Picture

The team from Left to Right: Derek Pitts, Anyi Wang, Nick Schapals, Arun Kousik

Image

The device currently used by the client. This device rotates as he turns the wheel, and our goal is to build a device that will remain stable while turning the wheel.

Files

Final Poster (December 9, 2011)
PDS Version 1.2 (September 16, 2011)
Final Report (December 24, 2011)
Mid-semester Report (October 26, 2011)

Contact Information

Team Members

Nicholas Schapals - Team Leader
Anyi Wang - Communicator
Derek Pitts - BSAC
Arun Kousik - BWIG

Advisor and Client

Prof. Paul Thompson - Advisor
Mr. Jonathan Rubin - Client