Sensi-Stitch

The image features four distinct patches and their corresponding embroidery reproduction. From left to right, the patches include: the Attack Squadron VA-65 Patch depicting a snarling tiger; the Fighting Squadron 18 (VF-18) Insignia Patch showing a devil in a fiery scene; the Apprentice Petty Officer First Class Rating Badge with an eagle above chevrons and an infinity symbol; and the Postal Clerk Third Class Rating Badge displaying an eagle above a postal insignia and chevrons. Each patch is paired with its embroidery prototype, highlighting the tactile designs.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

This project aims to create digital embroidery tactile patches that can be used as educational tools for vision-impaired individuals. By focusing on the occupation patches and liberty patches—this project will provide a tactile learning experience that highlights historical and cultural aspects of naval life.

  • Occupation Patches: These patches represent various roles on a ship, with each design indicating a specific job or rank. They were crucial in identifying an individual’s duties and responsibilities.
  • Squadron Patches: These patches were sewn onto the backs of the sailors jackets and used to show what missions or flights groups they belonged to. 

Team Name

SensiStitch – Our team chose this name as it merges the core elements of our project: touch sensitivity and embroidery.

GROUP INFORMATION 

GROUP Members 

Tami Altschuler; Ph.D. Rehab Sciences at NYU, Speech-Language Pathologist at NYU Langone Medical Center

Yuanqing Li; M.S. Integrated Design & Media at NYU Tandon

*Kianna Eddy; B.S. Integrated Design & Media at NYU Tandon

Project Mentors 

Stefanie Koseff; Adjunct Professor at NYU Tandon, Tactile Fabricator 

Amy Hurst; Associate Professor at NYU Tandon, Director of Ability Project

Meeting Time 

Thursdays at 7:00pm-8:00pm

OVERVIEW OF SIGNIFICANT ACHIEVEMENTS 

  • Feb. 20th, Embroidery Machine Training
  • Feb. 26th, Intrepid Museum Visit
  • Apr. 5th, Touch Tour Observation
  • Apr. 27th, User Tasting at the Intrepid Museum

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