Untangle Chris Aimone - Electric Eyewear and Brain Sensing Headbands That Help You Meditate
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Nov 12, 2018 
Chris Aimone, a prolific electrical engineer and co-founder of Interaxon, dives into the fascinating world of brain-sensing technology. He shares his journey from building early wearable computing devices with Steve Mann to creating Muse, a headband that enhances meditation. Chris discusses the transformative power of meditation, revealing how real-time feedback can help users connect with their emotions, manage anxiety, and improve their practices. Exciting innovations like Muse 2 bring added sensors for a holistic mindfulness experience!
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EEG Moment With Steve Mann's Pants
- Arielle described staring at Steve Mann's pants while an EEG-controlled arpeggio rose with her attention.
- That private, real-time feedback made the invisible workings of her mind instantly visible and memorable.
The Musical Levitating Chair
- The team built a noisy levitating chair that rose via a hardware-store winch and became a resonant musical instrument.
- Chris recalled being frustrated by its imperfect manifestation but delighted that it felt magical and musical.
Packaging The Inner Journey
- Chris realized the core value was packaging the inner-journey of self-discovery, not one-off spectacles.
- He aimed to make that reflection accessible to everyone through a consumer product.