HeartWave
HeartWave visualizes pulse activity by converting heartbeats into wave patterns. One or two users can engage with HeartWave by placing their hands on sensors located on the sides of the tank. Each heartbeat activates a magnet momentarily, which pulls a fin and creates a wave. This straightforward interaction becomes captivating as the resulting ripples emanate, overlap, clash, and dissipate.
HeartWave is an interactive installation designed to transform the physiological phenomenon of a heartbeat into a visual and dynamic representation. The system consists of a tank equipped with sensors that detect the heart rate of one or two users. The sensors are typically capacitive or optical, allowing for non-invasive detection of the heartbeats when users place their hands on the designated areas.
Upon detection of a heartbeat, the microcontroller processes the signal and activates a solenoid or electromagnet. This magnetic component is responsible for moving a fin or paddle within the tank. The movement of the fin displaces the water, generating a wave that propagates throughout the tank. The frequency and amplitude of the waves correspond to the user's heart rate, creating a direct relationship between the physiological input and the visual output.
The interaction is designed to be intuitive and engaging, encouraging users to explore the effects of their heartbeats on the water surface. As multiple users engage with the system, the waves generated can interact with each other, leading to complex patterns of interference, which can be visually captivating. The system may also incorporate additional features such as LED lighting synchronized with the heartbeat to enhance the visual experience further.
Overall, HeartWave serves not only as a technological installation but also as a tool for promoting awareness of one's physiological state, creating a unique blend of art and science that captivates the audience through the mesmerizing interplay of water and light.HeartWave visualizes your pulse, turning heartbeats into waves. One or two people can activate HeartWave. To begin, users hold their hands against sensors on the side of the tank. Each heartbeat briefly powers a magnet, pulling a fin and generating a wave. This simple interaction quickly becomes mesmerizing as ripples emanate, override, clash and dissipate 🔗 External reference
HeartWave is an interactive installation designed to transform the physiological phenomenon of a heartbeat into a visual and dynamic representation. The system consists of a tank equipped with sensors that detect the heart rate of one or two users. The sensors are typically capacitive or optical, allowing for non-invasive detection of the heartbeats when users place their hands on the designated areas.
Upon detection of a heartbeat, the microcontroller processes the signal and activates a solenoid or electromagnet. This magnetic component is responsible for moving a fin or paddle within the tank. The movement of the fin displaces the water, generating a wave that propagates throughout the tank. The frequency and amplitude of the waves correspond to the user's heart rate, creating a direct relationship between the physiological input and the visual output.
The interaction is designed to be intuitive and engaging, encouraging users to explore the effects of their heartbeats on the water surface. As multiple users engage with the system, the waves generated can interact with each other, leading to complex patterns of interference, which can be visually captivating. The system may also incorporate additional features such as LED lighting synchronized with the heartbeat to enhance the visual experience further.
Overall, HeartWave serves not only as a technological installation but also as a tool for promoting awareness of one's physiological state, creating a unique blend of art and science that captivates the audience through the mesmerizing interplay of water and light.HeartWave visualizes your pulse, turning heartbeats into waves. One or two people can activate HeartWave. To begin, users hold their hands against sensors on the side of the tank. Each heartbeat briefly powers a magnet, pulling a fin and generating a wave. This simple interaction quickly becomes mesmerizing as ripples emanate, override, clash and dissipate 🔗 External reference