Project Title:
AI-Powered Holographic Voice Assistant Smartwatch (Simulation & Hardware Integration)
Introduction
Smartwatches are becoming more intelligent with features like fitness tracking, notifications,
and voice commands. In this project, we propose a smartwatch with a voice assistant and
holographic display simulation that can answer any question using AI (like ChatGPT) and
show visuals using a hologram-like illusion. We simulate the system using MATLAB, and
also design a low-cost hardware setup that can be built in the future.
The project includes both simulation and basic hardware design, making it ideal for students.
It also highlights how machine learning, electronics, and voice processing can work together
for future wearable technologies.
Objectives
To simulate a smart voice assistant using MATLAB and AI tools.
To design a basic low-cost hardware setup for real-world implementation.
To display hologram-style visuals on a transparent pyramid screen.
To make the system respond by voice, useful for children, students, and the visually
impaired.
To reduce cost and power use, while showing environmental and social benefits.
Simulation Tools
All steps — voice input, AI communication, voice output, and cartoon animation — are done
in simulation first.
Software Purpose
Audio input/output, logic processing, AI API
MATLAB
connection
Simulation of mic input, amplifier, speaker,
Simulink
control system
Tinkercad (reference) Virtual circuit logic simulation
External AI interaction if MATLAB is
Python
limited
Hardware Setup (Low-Cost)
Component Purpose Approx. Price (BDT)
Main microcontroller with
ESP32 / Raspberry Pi Zero 2000
Wi-Fi
USB Mic / MEMS mic Captures voice input 800
Speaker (Mini) Plays AI's voice reply 500
3.7V Battery / Li-Ion Portable power 2000
Plastic Pyramid Sheet Hologram effect 200
OLED Display (1.3” I2C) Shows visuals in pyramid 1200
Op-amp IC (LM358) Analog mic signal amplifier 50
Wires, resistors, small PCB Circuit building 300
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Machine Learning Use
The voice input is sent to an AI model like ChatGPT via Wi-Fi.
AI understands the meaning of our question using natural language processing (NLP).
It replies intelligently, and the reply is converted to voice.
We use machine learning (pre-trained models like GPT-4) through APIs in MATLAB or
Python.
Environmental Impact
Eco-Friendly Simulation: Less electronic waste by simulating first.
Low Power Design: Ideal for green energy or solar-powered wearables.
Assistive Tech: Helps disabled or elderly people reduce device dependency.
Digital Learning Support: Can provide AI tutoring to rural or underprivileged students.
Saves Screen Time: Voice-based interaction reduces blue light exposure.
Benefits & Applications
For Students: Voice tutor for definitions, study help, and summaries.
For Kids: Show cartoon characters, fun learning holograms.
For Visually Impaired: Speak-only interface, no screen needed.
Wearable AI Tech: Future of smartwatches with natural voice interaction.
Affordable Design: Total hardware budget under 5000 -8000BDT.
Simulation Features (MATLAB)
Feature Description Feature Description
audiorecorder() audiorecorder()
Voice Input command captures Voice Input command captures
user voice user voice
Using MATLAB or Using MATLAB or
Speech-to-Text Speech-to-Text
external API for STT external API for STT
webwrite() connects webwrite() connects
AI Chat to GPT model to get AI Chat to GPT model to get
answers answers
MATLAB text-to- MATLAB text-to-
Voice Output speech or external Voice Output speech or external
speaker module speaker module
Cartoon or 3D Cartoon or 3D
Hologram Visual illusion shown using Hologram Visual illusion shown using
screen reflection screen reflection
Simulated mic signal Simulated mic signal
Op-Amp Preamp boost using simscape Op-Amp Preamp boost using simscape
or MATLAB code or MATLAB code
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Budget Estimate (Hardware Prototype)
Item Total
Microcontroller + Display 3500 BDT
Mic + Speaker 500 BDT
Battery + Charging Circuit 2000 BDT
Other Components 1000 BDT
Total (Est.) 7000 BDT
Conclusion
This project shows how we can combine machine learning, MATLAB simulation, electronics,
and voice technology to build a low-cost AI-based holographic smartwatch. It's ideal for
students, kids, and people with disabilities. Using MATLAB lets us fully simulate the
working system, and later the hardware design can be implemented with simple, affordable
[Link] innovation brings futuristic AI tech closer to daily life — in a wearable, low-cost
form and promotes smart, sustainable development in electronics.
References
1. MathWorks Documentation
“Audio Toolbox™ – MATLAB & Simulink”
[Link]
(For voice recording, playback, and signal processing in MATLAB)
2. OpenAI API Documentation
“OpenAI API: Accessing GPT Models for Natural Language Processing”
[Link]
(Used for integrating ChatGPT/AI assistant with Python or MATLAB)
3. Rahman, S., & Kabir, A. (2021).
"Design and Implementation of a Smart Voice Assistant Using NLP and IoT."
International Journal of Computer Applications (IJCA), Volume 183(17)
DOI: 10.5120/ijca2021921457
(Describes combining NLP and IoT to build a basic smart assistant)
4. Zhou, Y., et al. (2020).
"A Review of Holographic Display Technology."
IEEE Access, 8, 174118–174135.
[Link]
(Covers real-time 3D projection and pyramid holograms)
5. MathWorks Blog – Machine Learning
“Using MATLAB for Voice Recognition and AI Integration”
[Link]
6. Google Cloud Speech-to-Text API
“Speech Recognition APIs for Real-Time Voice Processing”
[Link]
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