Finally the backend work is done so we can do ongoing upgrades and improvements to the ScentVR firmware. It works GREAT!
This was the last major software hurdle for release. We are almost ready!
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New Design!
In testing the previous design of power switch just wouldn’t do. We are happy to report a new design update with a very satisfying tactile rocker switch has been implemented. Firmware development and testing is ongoing but we are on track for a release soon. In testing with combat scents, ScentVR works so GOOD! Can’t wait for you all to try it out.
Production Modules and Case Testing
We win! The version of case and modules which will become the production units is also joining the electronics in final testing and rework.
Here is the latest version happily dispensing some outdoor & combat scents on the bench. Couldn’t be happier with the current performance.
The “Parts and Upgrades” page has been updated with v1.1 of the stl files for spare scent modules. Since no units are in the wild yet, no one needs them but I want to make sure people will have all the info and files needed to enjoy their hardware when we begin shipping.
I’m not sure what the future holds for ScentVR but I think we can all have a lot of fun in VR together at least 🙂
Make sure you join our Facebook group & Discord to keep in touch Community – Scent VR
Eric
We did it!
This weekend the first production board rolled out and in to operational testing. The circuit boards were a perfect fit and all parts worked exactly as specified.
After a trip through the reflow oven and some hand assembly we have the first board ready for cleaning and testing!
I did not think it would be possible to hit our first goal of a new years board but we did it. On to smoketesting and prep for first kits to be made available.
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Founders Edition Circuit Boards Off to PCBWay
The main PCB’s (printed circuit boards) have now been sent for fabrication at PCBWAY These will be a special Founders Edition for the first people who purchase the ScentVR hardware. Initial starter pack will come as a 6 scent starter pack you can expand yourself from any source of commercial scents used in air fresheners, candles, soaps or essential oils.
Pretty happy with how it looks. Check it out!
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ScentVR Facebook Group
Our ScentVR Facebook Group is now up for those who would like to join. It is a place for those more comfortable with Facebook than our Discord or Forums. It also give us a place to host/share the Monday night game nights I hope we can use in the future to play together in VR.
Drop by and check it out ScentVR | Facebook
ScentVR for Virtual Reality: Launch Date is NEAR
The hardware is nearly finished for ScentVR launch but the software is finally DONE! The code was completed and entered beta testing this week. The Alpha builds worked quite well but the newest version promises to be exactly what I have been looking for.
The trick to scent is to keep it subtle and the timing must be tight. The algorithm I have implemented creates some truly random functionality while coupled with an overall cycle which will not overwhelm the user and break immersion.
Final PCB design goes out to fab next week so stay tuned
Eric