Tuesday, January 25, 2011

Sensors and Actuators








Why I Want to Get Physical

My name is Austin and, I want to get physical. Who doesn't? I enjoy long walks on the beach, constructing visual stories through camera movement, sunsets, and creating beautiful lighting. And also- I like getting physical.

Some people say getting physical is something you shouldn't do with your computer, but I'm a very physical being, and I have needs. I'm tired of gentle platonic taps on the keyboard, and staring from afar at data on a screen. I want to grasp my computer, feel the data, and take our relationship to the next level of intimacy.

Thursday, January 20, 2011

What is Physical Computing?

It's the act of making the digital tangible. It uses technology to help us explore and understand the real world in different ways. It is the art of user experience. It is the process of crafting an experience for all the senses.

Here are some examples of work that I respect:


Reactable:


Dubai Synchronized Fountains:
Not interactive, but a digital orchestration of a physical experience.