Open source “split-flap” mechanical display
Genuine question: what are some practical advantages of a split-flap display over, well... any other kind of dynamic character display?The only two I could think of are:- they don't emit light, so maybe there could be some kind of light-sensitive situation where this would be required (though in that case e-ink would surely surpass it).- the sound passively-alerting those present to updates. It's not obtrusive or attention-getting like a bell or spoken announcement, so only those wishing to notice the updates can listen for the sound, while others can go about their business unperturbed.Anyone know of, or could imagine any others?