Bluewand-A versatile remote control and pointing device

The Bluewand is a small, pen-like device that can be used to control Bluetooth enabled devices by hand-movements. A 6-axis accelerometer and gyroscope system detects the device’s full orientation and movement in space. A Bluetooth wireless link transmits this data to any cooperating device which then executes associated commands or further interprets the device’s movements. Possible applications include remote control of various consumer electronics (TV-set, cell-phone, MP3-player), access control to machines and buildings, a virtual laser pointer, and mobile gaming. Bluewand is especially helpful as input device for a personal area network of wearable devices.