Multi-Touch Table
After having the opportunity to play with Microsoft Surface first hand I immediately wanted to have one. However after I discovered the hefty price tag for one these tables and the fact that they are not yet available to consumers I decided to build my own. With some help from the great people at NUI Group I am well on my way to completing my new multi-touch coffee table for my living room. The table has been constructed and I am in the process of putting all the final parts together. Stay tuned for updates!
November 8, 2008
To make sure that the webcam actually does its job I've been working on some infrared LED panels. Each panel features 36 940nm infrared LEDs. I've been working on making 4 of these panels.
Here's a panel powered on.
Here's the backside of the same panel.
October 19, 2008
I took a bit of a hiatus from the project to find a new job but the last few weeks i've been back at it. Here's a shot of the projector assembly i've setup for the box.
July 26, 2008
The table has been sanded, stained and polyurethaned. Doesn't she look pretty?
Next on the to do list: paint in the inside!!
July 18, 2008
I just picked up the custom glass I ordered for the table. It looks very great. Simple and sleek. This table is gonna rock!
July 16, 2008
The main construction of the table is complete. I've constructed the box out of plywood and use 2x2's for structural support on the sides. No nails were used around the frame of the table (just a lot of awesome glue).
The big empty space you see on the side is where the access door goes.