Overview
Dive into a comprehensive tutorial on creating an engaging escape room puzzle featuring rotating stone discs with matching symbols. Learn to design and layout symbols using Inkscape, model puzzle logic with Minizinc, and program an Arduino controller. Explore the entire process, from concept to execution, including CNC routing (or hand-crafting) stone discs, wiring electronics, and coding the Arduino. Gain insights into using free, open-source software like Inkscape, Minizinc, Arduino IDE, and Fritzing. Discover the necessary hardware components, including maglocks, sensors, and magnets. Perfect for escape room designers, puzzle enthusiasts, and makers looking to blend technology with interactive gameplay.
Syllabus
00:00:00 - Introduction and demonstration
00:02:24 - Creating the design and layout
00:08:22 - Modelling the puzzle logic
00:19:13 - Building the prop hardware
00:23:48 - Electronics wiring
00:27:46 - Arduino code
00:36:37 - Wrapup
Taught by
Playful Technology