»Let's Knead« is an interactive application in which clay is used for interaction between humans and computers. The computer suggests various shapes to be kneaded by the user. The kneaded figures are recognized and evaluated via a webcam and a neural network. The neural network is based on the datasets from Google Quickdraw and acts as a neutral referee. The game can be played solo or against another player. The goal of this research project is to explore how clay, as a tactile input medium, influences the gaming experience and whether the fun of the game can be increased by adding a competitive element.

Learn more about the project in the showcase.

// Tools: Processing, ml5.js , Bricks (HTML, JavaScript & CSS)

// Hardware: Webcam