Nano-Scape: experiencing aspects of nanotechnology through a magnetic force-feedback interface

In this paper we describe an interactive system called “NanoScape” which we developed in 2001 for the public exhibition „Science + Fiction“ at the Sprengelmuseum in Hannover. The project was supported by the Volkswagenstiftung Germany and has been on tour through Europe and Asia. The aim of “Nano-Scape” is to let visitors intuitively experience aspects of nanotechnology by interacting with invisible selforganizing atoms through a magnetic force feedback interface. Categories and Subject Descriptors B.4.3 [Input/Output and data communications]: Interconnections (Subsystems) – Interfaces General Terms Design, Experimentation, Human Factors. Keyword Art and Media, Interfaces, Novel Hardware Devices, User Interaction, Edutainment, Interactive Art, Nanotechnologies

• Type: Conference
• Year: 2005
• Where: ACMACE
• Authors: Laurent Mignonneau, Christa Sommerer
• Keywords: ACMACE 2005, Interfaces General Terms, Invisible Selforganizing Atoms, Public Exhibition „Science