Nexdeck: A Modular Control Panel With User-Defined Interfaces


Taşcı A. M., İşci M.

25TH INTERNATIONAL ISTANBUL SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH CONGRESS ON LIFE, ENGINEERING, ARCHITECTURE AND MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES, İstanbul, Türkiye, 23 - 25 Mayıs 2026, ss.1-5, (Özet Bildiri)

  • Yayın Türü: Bildiri / Özet Bildiri
  • Basıldığı Şehir: İstanbul
  • Basıldığı Ülke: Türkiye
  • Sayfa Sayıları: ss.1-5
  • Kayseri Üniversitesi Adresli: Evet

Özet

The increasingly layered nature of processes conducted on digital platforms has increased the need for interfaces that allow users to manage this complexity. The efficiency of time spent in front of a computer is directly related to how quickly application shortcuts, macro definitions, and software switching can be managed. To address this need, the NexDeck control device was designed, following Human-Machine Interface (HMI) principles, to be both simple and highly customizable for the user. The device's core philosophy is to offer an economical alternative to its high-priced industrial counterparts without compromising performance. NexDeck's hardware architecture is shaped by an ergonomic approach that combines physical and digital control elements. This includes a touchscreen control display, durable physical keypads, and precise volume control wheels. This multi-component hardware structure is designed to appeal not only to advanced technical users but also to individuals unfamiliar with complex systems. The NexStudio platform, which serves as the system's software component, allows users to manage all these hardware features through an intuitive interface at no additional cost. Beyond being static software, NexStudio has a flexible structure that can evolve according to the user's work habits. The scenarios created within the platform cater to a wide range of users, from gamers and live streamers to software developers and technical personnel working in industrial settings. For example, a programmer or a streamer can assign a compilation command or a scene transition to a single physical key, minimizing processing time. This optimizes workflow by allowing routine operations to be managed quickly from a single center instead of manually tracking them. During the prototype phase, NexDeck and NexStudio demonstrated full compatibility, and all defined functions were successfully tested. The project's future vision is for the system to expand beyond being a computer peripheral, integrating with smart home systems via wireless protocols such as Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. Furthermore, with the transition to a function library model, a modular ecosystem is planned that allows users to share their custom command sets with the community. This development process aims to transform NexDeck from a static control device into a dynamic digital management assistant.