Flat Light Simulation

As part of 2.s983 (Sports Technology: Innovation and Engineering, taught by Peko Hosoi and Christina Chase), I simulated flat light, a dangerous condition for skiers caused by the refraction of light through clouds and snow in the air. To do this, I designed and assembled a testing apparatus to simulate the conditions in interior conditions. Working with Shred Optics, my team of three and I captured and analyzed images and athlete perceptions using goggles under these simulated flat light conditions. We quantified goggles through image capture and measured athlete perceptions through extended user testing of a variety of goggles.

As the Team Lead and Financial Officer, I organized our team's strategic efforts and led communication with our sponsors, technical advisors, and professors. I also managed our $1000 budget and coordinated our testing schedule with subjects.

Above: a middle-stage iteration shown with goggle lenses mounted. Users rated their vision through each of thirteen contrast-enhancing goggles (left) compared to the baseline lens (right).