Constraints Example 8

River Glow

.. we don't have a river in the gallery
.. safety where water is used, especially with young children about
.. the idea could be utilized in a different context

Constraints Example 7

Kinetic Museum Theatre

.. I think this idea could be used and intergrated into the Ipswich Art Gallery. I could see very few constraints with this project and it would fit into the childrens area of the gallery.
.. The puppets could be a little fragile in the hands of an under 5yr old visitor.

Constraints Example 6

Remapping the Universe

.. technology not developed
.. lighting would be better dimmed
.. although this is not currently possible the idea could be intergrated in different ways

Constraints Example 4

Robotic Chair

.. sufficient space for the chair to dismantle
.. fencing to keep visitors at a safe distance
.. the sound for this exhibit was loud (possibly disruptive in a gallery situation)
.. smooth flooring

Constraints Example 3

The Table - Childhood

.. requires an enclosed area
.. sufficient space to move
.. sufficient space for visitors to move and negotiate with the table
.. non carpeted area

Constraints Example 2

Robotic Eyes

.. the eyes need to face one direction (so position against a wall)
.. the eyes have had an alarming reaction from some viewers
.. high level of finish required to produce a polished product

Constraints Example 1

Touch Sensitive Apparel

.. one size fits all
.. lightweight
.. would there be problems with regard to workplace health and safety (many people putting the garment on)
.. the interaction with this as an art piece is not the best choice.

http://architectradure.blogspot.com/2007/01/touch-sensitive-apparel.html

Link to Examples

More information on each of the examples below can be found by clicking on the green Example Number headings. While not all of these examples are "Ubiquitous Computing Art", the technologies could be utilised in Art.

Example 10

Audio Spotlight


This technology provides sound only when it comes in contact with a solid surface, like a person. This personalised the experience, and meets the ubiquitous computing theme which could be intergrated into an art form.

Constraints: The area required for this technology would need some traffic but not necessarily to much.

Example 9

Sensitive Floor IO Agency


This project uses an interactive video floor projection that reacts to the way people walk on it.

Constraints: the floor as it is could be too expensive to implement. The idea could be utilised.

Example 8

River Glow


This project produces lighting colours on a river, and depending on the condition of the water, allowing a potential swimmer to ascertain if conditions are safe.

http://www.next2006.dk/2006/en/eContent.php This link takes you to many interesting exhibits of ubiquitous computing, although not strictly falling into an art category.





Constraints: we don't have a river, but the idea could be used, but some safety measures would be needed due to the fact that small children may be tempted to enter the water.

Example 6

Remapping the Universe

By clicking on Example 6 you will be able to see the video (Perspective Pixel)


Although this is not strickly art, I felt this is an interesting example of using a computer and being unaware of it, as the technology allows you to use your hands to manipulate the large screen, and the whole interface appears to be the screen itself.
The initial link was at
http://www.pixelsumo.com/

Example 4

Robotic Chair-artists Max Dean and Matt Donovan

The chair is a novel idea of a normal looking wooden chair, which flies apart with a loud bang. The chair then reassembles itself.

Constraints: sufficient space for the dismantling where observers could not be injured due to close proximity.

Introduction

This is the site for subjects for my 7th semester subjects. I am currently part time studing Multimedia at UQ.