Maker Faire Yearbook 2023
Projects
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Rosa Di Scena Luminosa Radiocomandata
Faire: Rome
Maker: Giorgio Liberini
A remote-controlled rose, an integral part of the 'Frantumi' performance by Mizar Tagliavini. This rose illuminates during the show thanks to a NodeMCU and a neopixel matrix. Additionally, it uses micro wireless LEDs as an alternative light source and harnesses a magnetic field generated by an invisible copper coil. The aim is to unite art and science, demonstrating the interdependence between creativity and innovation. We hope to inspire people and bring them closer to theater through science, as well as introduce them to technology through a love for the theater
Isola Ecologica
Faire: Rome
Maker: Avelon Bardhi
"Isola Ecologica" was conceived with the purpose of entertaining children whilst also contributing toward memory development and awareness regarding a very important contemporary theme. The game will consist of 1 board divided into 4 different environments (Beach, City, Park and Countryside), tiles depicting waste, 1 dice and the "Recycling Plant" which will have a digital reader inside to recognize the tiles, and some motorized hatches that represent the waste disposal bins. Each turn, a given player will collect 1 card from the environment rolled by the dice, place it on the reader, and then press the key corresponding to the correct bin, if the guess was right the LEDs will light up green and the trapdoor will open, otherwise the tile will have to be placed back on the board.
ABACHOS – AUTOMATIC BACK HOME SYSTEM – ALIANTE IN GRADO DI RIENTRARE AUTONOMAMENTE DALLA STRATOSFERA
Faire: Rome
Maker: IIS Palmieri-Rampone-Polo
Il programma ABACHOS (Automatic Back Home System) î un innovativo programma didattico che comprende un insieme di attività progettuali finalizzate allâinvio di palloni sonda e relativi payload nella Stratosfera.
I primi esperimenti sono stati svolti nel 2014, da allora numerosi sono stati i lanci, molte le lezioni e le attività . Nel 2022, abbiamo vinto una competizione dell'ESA (Agenzia Spaziale Europea),. Questa vittoria ci ha finanziato un lancio dallo Swedish Space Center (SSC) di Kiruna, in collaborazione con ASI e INGV. Questo progetto ha catturato un video a 360° della Terra dalla stratosfera (si veda https://youtu.be/a5JD3fjg3Zw)
RIVOLUZIONA LA TUA LA COPERTURA INNOVATIVA ED ECOSOSTENIBILE
Faire: Rome
Maker: HAN-GAR SRL
Our vision is to create a green, self-sufficient and exceptionally beautiful sports shed that is a beacon of inspiration for sustainability, well-being and architectural beauty. We want to contribute positively to the environment and the community, offering a place where people can train, socialize and learn, all while living in harmony with nature, a place that inspires and meets the needs of athletes today and for future generations.
SmartVan for Camping
Faire: Rome
Maker: Roberto Pompermaier
Using the Smart Van Box, making your camper or van smart becomes child's play.
A magic box which, in addition to managing the energy produced by the solar panels, will allow you to monitor and control the services of your camper, conveniently from the mobile app. Whether you're on the road or away from your vehicle.
Furthermore, thanks to its sensors and intelligent functions, the Smart Van Box will assist you during all phases of your journey. Taking care of your health and alerting you in case of problems. From the preparation of the trip, to the return home.
PlanetART
Faire: Rome
Maker: FVA - New Media Research
PlanetART, organized by the EU-funded projects GenB and BlueMissionMed, raises public awareness on the green and blue circular economy. The stand is divided into:
1) Green economy: playful program to involve young people on the bioeconomy. Games, workshops, escape rooms, reading of the book "What’s Bioeconomy?" and exhibition of bio-based products. The stand hosts artworks by artists who use residues and biomaterials.
2) Blue economy: the public can interact with the cardboard wall "Our blue treasure", to express their connection with the sea and discover how to mitigate the pollution of seas and waters. The stand features artworks by artists who use recycled plastic collected from the sea.
#P&P2ESPy32
Faire: Rome
Maker: Bruno Luziatelli
From the Pick&Place to the finished board (the #ESPy32). Project that involves the presentation of all phases from the design of the diagram, to the definition of the PCB, by means of CAD, to the creation of the circuit, to the assembly of the SMD components, through the specially created Pick&Place, up to the passage in the oven at controlled temperature for welding and finally testing. Both for educational purposes and for Maker projects. The project could be presented in technical schools.
The project of some makers of Officine Robotiche, in the framework of AssoInnovazione.
SEDIA ROTELLE SALISCALE PIEGHEVOLE ELETTR. BREVET.
Faire: Rome
Maker: ANDREA BELLI
A PROTOTYPE OF A FOLDING ELECTRIC WHEELCHAIR EQUIPPED WITH A WHEEL
( PATENT EUROPEAN EP 3743290 U.S.A. US16961833 )
WHICH TRANSFORMS INTO A GEAR WHEN CLIMBING THE STAIRS, THE ADDRESSES ARE PEOPLE WITH MOBILITY PROBLEMS AND PEOPLE THAT HELP THEM, A SMALL AND FOLDABLE WHEELCHAIR THAT CAN BE EASILY FOLDED AND TRANSPORTED IN THE LUGGAGE RACK OF A CAR, EVEN WITH A SMALL ENGINE CAPACITY
Contenitore Unico di Identita Digitale
Faire: Rome
Maker: One Network Technology S.r.l.
Idea
One Network Technology is an Italian company that is dedicated to the interactive promotion of Italian products in the world, through eco-sustainable initiatives, with the mission of offering innovative solutions based on the simplest form of business digitalization: Augmented Reality, 3D technology and NFC sharing. Our unique product aims to optimize the economic results of companies, while safeguarding the environmental heritage.
Our mission is to offer an innovative and unique solution for the digitalization of SMEs that integrates Augmented Reality, 3D technology and NFC (Near Field Communication) sharing, which can transform the user experience forever.
Innovative Purpose With our technology, we can create virtual objects and interactive communications, using Augmented Reality to insert them into the real context and make the experience more engaging and immersive thanks to 3D vision. NFC allows digital transfer of information and product certifications in a simple and secure way. This technology can be applied to various purposes, such as content sharing, promotion of personal activities or updating of points of sale. Our solution represents a new way of interacting with the surrounding world, which stimulates interest in specific areas or products and improves the user experience.
Board: Project Manager 1 Web Developer 1 Senior Developer 1 Copywriter 1 Communication Manager 1 President of the Study Center 1 Graphic and Videomaker Team 4 Communication Consultants Team Certified by our Study Center 17 Secretariat 2 Our company is driven by innovation and the evolution of communication. We believe that our true value is what you can appreciate in person. For this reason, we do not consider it relevant to communicate to you the identity of our team, but rather to show you the result of our work. We thank you for your understanding.
Scaling Up To assess the market potential of our solution, we used the model that allows us to estimate the total demand, the reachable segment and the obtainable share for our product or service. In addition, we analyzed the following variables that influence our ability to penetrate the market and generate value: • Market need: the degree of need or desire that customers have for our solution and its differentiation from existing alternatives we have discovered that there is no company on the market that could be evaluated today as a true competitor. • Product-market fit: the level of adherence between the features and benefits of our solution and the needs and expectations of customers. • N° of active POCs: the number of proof of concept (Prof of Concept) that we have started with potential customers to demonstrate the validity and effectiveness of our solution was quite reduced as the product is easily adaptable to any type of product. • N° of converted POCs: the number of proof of concept that have turned into contracts or actual orders from customers exceeds 90% of the value of proposals. • N° of active customers: we decided to give the opportunity to a small number of customers who were allowed to use our solution regularly and are satisfied with it, especially because we selected some particular products brought to market by small emerging companies as seen from presentation we sent. • N° of potential active customers: The number of potential customers who have expressed interest in our solution and are in contact with our sales group are unquantifiable since the product is an integral part of Bado’s Voucher 4.0
USE OF AI FOR THE MAPPING OF AGRI-ENVIRONMENTAL XENBIOTIC CONTAMINATION USING TERRITORIAL MICRO-SAMPLING CARRIED OUT BY BEES
Faire: Rome
Maker: FOSAN ETS
Bees play a fundamental role in ecosystems and are present throughout the territory (at our latitude).
The bee carries out its collection and pollination activity in a radius ranging between 2 and 10 km, and is attracted only by plants and clean water, avoiding contact with any waste and/or waste material.
Every day, on average, a worker bee visits up to 7,000 flowers, fulfilling its very important role for the ecosystem.
Any xenobiotic contamination present in the materials collected by bees and derived products are representative of the contamination of the flora and surface waters of the area where the hive is located.
Fosan is starting the creation of a mapping of sentinel hives located throughout the country, in order to monitor the conditions of environmental risk from xenobiotic contamination.
The analytical data referring to the samples taken in the various "sentinel hives" are processed with AI techniques to identify level curves of xenobiotic contamination and related hotspots, and the presumed connections with human activities. With AI, the presumed correlations between the recorded anthropic activities and the levels of contamination of the hive products are identified.
Wayfordesign
Faire: Rome
Maker: Davide Golzio
collection of bijoux jewels created with 3D printing. I use all the printing technologies like fdm sls multijetfusion and I enjoy experimenting and trying recycled and eco-sustainable materials
Bombeer srl
Faire: Rome
Maker: Bombeer srl
Bombeer is a bottom-fermented lager beer, born from the careful selection of the finest varieties of barley, hops and yeast, produced by Birra Castello Spa.
The particular fermentation process gives it a harmonious, soft and enveloping taste.
The slim body and subtle carbonation play in balance, closing with a clean finish that invites a second sip.
Due to its characteristics it is suitable as an aperitif beer and for consumption throughout the meal, even better if in front of a match on TV.
DEENTRA, evitiamo l’estinzione!
Faire: Rome
Maker: Deentra
Deentra developed an innovative business model that allows people to purchase a photovoltaic panel and install it on a company's roof, enabling anyone to produce sustainable energy regardless of where they live. Thanks to the solution companies can benefit from the energy produced at a competitive rate without any upfront investment, while the owners of the photovoltaic panels are remunerated for the energy produced. Deentra's goal is to contribute to the decarbonization of 2000+ companies by 2030.
Custom your padel experience
Faire: Rome
Maker: Reves srls
Reves Padel was born out of the need to go hand in hand with a young, dynamic and constantly evolving sport.
Driven by this passion that we live every day, we have developed a line of rackets that allows any type of player, from those just starting out in this sport to those who are already completely in love with it, to find their unique element.
The innovation of our project lies in creating a racket that is completely customisable. The blade is a blank canvas where the player can decide to customise it in every detail, making his racket unique in design.
The customisation technique we use is studied down to the smallest detail and has been subjected to various stress tests, proving that the print does not lose quality and resolution after every stroke, after every game. Furthermore, the technique we use does not affect the racquet's characteristics, making it perfectly usable for every game, guaranteeing durability, handling and balance.
During the expo, visitors will have the opportunity to try out our products
Lifeshell, una soluzione per i terremoti
Faire: Rome
Maker: CNR IBE - Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche Istituto per la Bioeconomia
LifeShell is a wooden desk capable of resisting building collapses, providing a safe shell.
It is a safe shelter equipped with life-saving accessories, engineered for schools, houses, enterprises.
It is ecological, economic, recyclable and released under the creative commons license.
In 2023 – 2025 a funded project will develop the aesthetic and ergonomic design, we will test the desk impact resistance, we will gather a collection of hints from students on their ideal desk, we will keep sharing the project for free and without patents with a bottom-up and citizen science approach.
Circle Fermenter – Feeding communities
Faire: Rome
Maker: Matteo Cappellari
Circle fits into the free and self-powered cycle of the fermentation community with the desire not only to delight its palate, but to increase its exchanges and visions.
This sanctions a true symbiosis: the community needs Circle for its preparations, Circle needs the community to develop and expand its horizons.
A fermenter that emphasizes the feeling of sharing that food often gives. The nature of such a simple food transformation reflects the open source character of the project, which is designed for digital manufacturing.
ArtHouse Candle
Faire: Rome
Maker: Fabrizio D'Eramo
ART-HOUSE CANDLE is an innovative project about handmade candle making using modern techniques and traditional methods.
Technological tools, such as the CNC milling cutter, are used in the last phases of candle’s creation (decoration or finishing touch), in addition to the classic techniques of engraving, drawing and sculpting.
Raw materials are processed following ancient artisan techniques: the materials are melted in bain-marie, adding colours and perfumes. The basic shapes are obtained from handmade molds.
The product has some peculiarities (see the picture below) that make it stand out from other classic candles: the final fragrant wax artwork won't burn; infact it will act as a container of a smaller perfumed candle that will not only emit a pleasant scent, but also serve as a light source. Adding a small amount of water in the bowl will prevent the little candle from burning the container once it reaches the end of the wick. Doing so will preserve the wax artwork, that will last forever.
Il pendolo e la meraviglia
Faire: Rome
Maker: Antonio Ianiero
Since 2012 I have built various machines that shares the common feature to make unexpected and surprising things.
For the Maker Faire Rome events of 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2022, I created an exhibition in my booth showcasing some machines that I called "Thaumachines." The purpose was to popularize the beauty of Science and to inspire visitors to explore the same boundaries between Science, perception, and Art that I once explored myself.
Many of those machines were based on the careful and coordinated use of oscillatory motions.
- Double pendulum
- Multipendulum
- Harmonograph
- Laser sound visualizer
This year, I will present an expanded version of the exhibition by transforming the harmonograph into a mechanical oscilloscope and creating a three-dimensional laser visualization of sounds.
SPOCH – Smart Protection of Cultural Heritage
Faire: Rome
Maker: Fondazione ITS BACT
Human – Machine Collaboration - Industry 5.0, Hi-Tech modular system composed of glove, drone, microscope and APP enhanced with IoT devices and ML Artificial Intelligence to identify the type of degradation and material in the Restoration of Cultural Heritage. Smart Hand (Glove) with carbon frame, digital/electronic camera and microscope, air quality sensor, laser scanner to safely enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the data collection process in the non-invasive preliminary and diagnostic investigation of Architectural Restoration; through Cloud APPs and ML Machine Learning models.
Robot ELIOS
Faire: Rome
Maker: ITI RENATO ELIA
ROBOT ELIOS was designed to help bring new archaeological finds to light, hence its auspicious name. allow you to make a 3D scan of the surrounding environment, detecting a cloud of points, then reworked by a technical software that identifies the possible distance from a possible find, for example, in an unexplored and difficult to access tunnel, then use a very economical detection technology, resulting in a reliable product at a low cost
PicoFlutter – Wearable for Learning Electronics
Faire: Rome
Maker: Alexandra Covor
PicoFlutter is a butterfly-shaped wearable development board for learning the basics of embedded programming. This educational tool is RP2040-powered and includes multiple programmable LEDs, as well as a Qwiic connector for adding sensors. This dev kit is perfect for young learners who want to have fun and create their own wearable technology while also learning about electronics, programming, and Edge ML. The device serves as a tool to connect theoretical concepts with practical applications, fostering innovative thinking and cultivating an interest in STEAM fields.
Nuova Vita al Sottoprodotto Cartone e non solo
Faire: Rome
Maker: APEA REGIONALE CARTONECO RETE IMPRESA SOGGETTO
The CARTONECO "REGIONAL" APEA project aims to achieve symbiosis and sustainable industrial and technological development, in order to implement circular economy processes aimed at all the possible synergies that can be activated in several sectoral areas in order to guarantee the maximum effectiveness of the strategy of development of the APEA.
Starting from FSC certified by-products such as cardboard, MDF and chipboard, new innovative products are created and manufactured, allowing the "residue" to be given a second life.
Infinit Sound Fx – A natural way to control sound effects.
Faire: Rome
Maker: Daniel F. Rosero
Musicians engage with their instruments through a variety of gestures. Some of these gestures serve a practical purpose, like plucking guitar strings or tapping effect pedal switches with their feet. However, others are non-utilitarian and stem from spontaneous bodily reactions to the music's interpretation—examples include jumping or expressive facial expressions.
This project empowers you to leverage these instinctive, natural gestures in real-time, allowing you to use them as intuitive controls for your effects. It provides a user-friendly interface that can be tailored to suit your specific requirements.
PicoLight – Pocket Sized Light for Product Shots
Faire: Rome
Maker: Alexandra Covor
PicoLight is a smaller version of a classic studio light that is useful for playing with colors in low-light shots or for colored shadow photography.
