  In the rapidly evolving digital technology landscape, community-oriented
wearable computing systems are emerging as a key tool for enhancing
connectivity and interaction within communal spaces. This paper contributes to
this burgeoning field by presenting the development and implementation of a
proximity-based wearable computing testbed designed to forge stronger links
within communities. The testbed exploits Ultra-Wideband (UWB) position sensors,
9-axis motion sensors, edge nodes, and a centralized server, forming a cohesive
network that actively facilitates community interactions and engagements. By
employing anchors and targets within the UWB sensors, the system achieves high
precision in location and distance measurements, laying the groundwork for
various proximity-based applications. Integrating 9-axis motion sensors and
advanced edge nodes further underscores the system's versatility and robustness
in wearable and edge computing. This paper delves into an in-depth exploration
and evaluation of the proposed system's architecture, design, and
implementation processes. It provides a comprehensive analysis of experimental
results and discusses the system's potential impact on enhancing community
networks, along with the future directions this technology could take.
