SAQUIB SARWAR - Physical Computing Artifact

Physical Computing Artifact

Is it possible to design a physical mechanism such that it tells us “yes” for some input configurations while “no” for others? Suppose that input configurations are framed as combinations of simple questions that can have a “yes” or “no” state. If such a mechanism existed and there was a way to have inputs controlled by stimuli from the environment while outputs control actuators, then the system would be able to make decisions based on environmental inputs and interact logically with the environment, by utilizing natural energy and design. Based on this preface, we develop artifacts that are able to make basic computations.

Basic Mechanism

Basic module of the physical computing artifact. A sphere object works as a switch. A rotating gate is used to provide input, zero or one. Based on this concept, we developed physical logic gates

Binary Operation

Connecting these physical logic gates, we developed an Organized System that is capable of adding binary values.

0+0 = 0
Placing the "input gates" to their "0" position, the "switch" sphear ends up in the "0" marked bucket

0+1 = 1
Placing the "input gates" to their position, the "switch" sphear ends up in the "1" marked bucket

Higher Order Computation

By connecting these physical modules, our System is capable of adding higher-order binary numbers.

Physical Computing Artifact Prototype

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