Mission Description
- Context: Voice assistants are everywhere – let’s make a simple one! Construct a Voice-Controlled Light that responds to spoken commands like “Lights On” or “Lights Off.” This can help people who have mobility issues or just make your room feel high-tech.
- Task: Utilize a microphone and a laptop (or external AI service) for speech recognition since the microcontroller alone can’t decode voice. Train or program it to recognize two phrases: one for turning the light on, one for off. When the phrase is recognized, have the computer signal the Junkbot Core (perhaps via USB serial or a connected module). The Junkbot Core then sets an LED (or lamp) on or off accordingly. For example, saying “Jarvis, Lights On” results in the device turning a lamp on; “Lights Off” turns it off.
- Expected Output: A speech-activated lamp. In a demo, when you clearly say the trigger word and command, a second later the LED or light module on your device lights up. Another spoken command turns it off. While a bit advanced (using PC or additional modules for voice processing), this mission demonstrates AI integration and makes the connection to real-world products like Alexa or Siri – all while solving a real problem of hands-free control (useful in situations like turning off bedroom lights from bed).
Student Goal
Utilize a microphone and a laptop (or external AI service) for speech recognition since the
microcontroller alone can’t decode voice. Train or program it to recognize two phrases: one for turning the light on,
one for off. When the phrase is recognized, have the computer signal the Junkbot Core (perhaps via USB serial or
a connected module). The Junkbot Core then sets an LED (or lamp) on or off accordingly. For example, saying
“Jarvis, Lights On” results in the device turning a lamp on; “Lights Off” turns it off.
Mission Information
Status
Open
Deadline
December 31, 2025
Category
School
Grade
G6 — Advanced Integration Missions
Rewards
Recognition, Internships, Prizes
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