Databot Wrist Science
Imagine carrying a complete science lab wherever you go. A small device resting quietly on your wrist, ready at any moment to record sound, check air quality, measure acceleration, or detect changes in light. This becomes possible when Databot is placed into a simple printable mount that turns it into a wearable science tool. The mount holds the device securely and keeps all sixteen sensors ready for action the moment curiosity appears.
With Databot on your wrist, every walk, lesson, or outdoor adventure becomes an opportunity to explore. You can test the environment around you, observe patterns, collect real data, and discover how the world behaves. Today we can try a few experiments and imagine how many new skills and scientific insights this small wearable lab can inspire.
Turn Databot Into a Wrist Sensor Lab
Databot is a small, wireless scientific device packed with 16 sensors. It can measure sound, light, temperature, humidity, air pressure, CO₂, motion, magnetic fields, and more in a single compact unit.
databot pairs instantly via Bluetooth with a smartphone, tablet or Chromebook. Through the free app Vizeey data streams in real time for immediate visualisation, logging and analysis.
databot contains a rechargeable internal battery so it does not require connection to external power while in use. This makes it easy to transform it into a portable wearable sensor device — perfect for field experiments, outdoor studies or everyday data collection on the move.
From Idea to Final Model
The idea for this mount began with a simple observation. Most microcontrollers need an external power source and cannot be used comfortably as portable devices. Databot is different because it already contains an internal rechargeable battery that supports fully autonomous work. This single feature opens the door to wearable science and makes the device far more flexible than typical electronics. Once we realised that databot has everything needed to function on its own, the concept of a wrist mounted laboratory appeared naturally.
After many trials we explored different shapes, angles, and attachment methods to find a design that feels natural on the wrist and holds the device securely. We tested flexible frames, rigid frames, and several strap ideas until we found a solution that keeps the device stable while still feeling comfortable. Once the final version was ready, we uploaded the complete mount to Thingiverse so anyone can download it, print it, and turn their device into a wearable science tool
An idea for experiments
Environmental Exploration
You can walk through different areas of the city and compare air quality values such as CO2 levels, temperature, humidity, and light intensity. Databot on the wrist makes it easy to capture changes as you move from indoors to outdoors or from shade to sunlight.
Motion and Movement Science
You can measure how your arm moves during running, walking, climbing stairs, or doing sport activities. The accelerometer and gyroscope show patterns of motion and help you understand balance, speed changes, and body coordination.
Sound and Noise Mapping
You can study sound levels in quiet rooms, busy streets, parks, or classrooms. Wearing databot on your wrist makes it simple to observe how sound intensity changes during daily activities and how different environments influence noise levels.
Magnetic Field Discovery
You can explore magnetic field changes around household devices, phones, computers, and outdoor areas. The wrist position makes it easy to move naturally and observe how magnetic readings shift around common objects.
Light and Shadow Studies
You can measure how light intensity changes when you rotate your wrist, move under trees, walk behind buildings, or stand near reflective surfaces. This helps you study shadows, shade, and the behavior of light in different places.
Body Interaction Experiments
You can record how your arm position affects acceleration, how temperature changes near skin, and how movement speed influences sensor readings. These simple everyday interactions help children understand data through direct experience.
Built for Portable and Wearable Exploration
The mount is very light and prints quickly, which makes it easy for anyone with a basic 3D printer to create a Databot Wrist Science setup. The design is kept as simple as possible so the device sits firmly on the wrist and stays secure during daily movement. We are grateful to everyone who has already tried the mount, shared feedback, and helped us see how useful a small printable idea can become when the community supports it.
If you have ideas that can improve Databot Wrist Science project or if you would like to help it grow, we would be happy to hear from you. Every suggestion, test, or simple message of support helps us explore new directions and create better tools for learning. Thank you for being part of this journey and for sharing curiosity that inspires new discoveries.