December 21, 2004
Remote Furniture
Computer controlled chair objects
The Remote Furniture , by Noriyuki Fujimura (J), are two chairs that have a tilt sensor and a linear motor, and are connected to a PC running control software.
When someone rocks one of the chairs, the tilt sensor detects the inclination and transmits the data to the other chair through the PC. The motor in the other chair than causes it to rock. The aim of "Remote Furniture" is to create direct and tactile touch. When exhibited in public spaces, the artwork seemed to help remove people's shyness and triggered new funny and tactile ways to communicate. (Posted by Régine Debatty)
Posted by Regine at December 21, 2004 02:45 AM
