In this web content, the author shares their experience of creating an LED industrial piercing for their friend’s ear. They explain the process of designing the circuit, drilling holes in the hypodermic needle, and assembling the components. The author highlights the use of off-the-shelf earrings for the battery holder and the challenges they faced during the project. They also mention the possibility of adding end caps to the design but didn’t get around to it. The author concludes by expressing satisfaction with the result despite one LED malfunctioning. They mention that these piercings are not available for sale due to the customized sizing. The source code for the project is provided.
https://mitxela.com/projects/scaffold