Modular Play Instrument for Cognition Research

Early Childhood Cognition Lab · 2019–2020

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A modular research instrument for studying toddler behavior during free play.

I designed a research instrument for the Early Childhood Cognition Lab as part of MIT’s Undergraduate Research Opportunity Program.

Attachment system

I tested 3D-printed threaded attachments for the modular components.

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Main box

I assembled the main box from panels, attached the module connectors, and painted the finished enclosure.

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