Full Blown HCI - Inflatables for Tangible Interaction and Data Physicalization
© Hannes Waldschütz
Project information
submitted by
Hannes Waldschütz
Co-Authors
Jesujuwonlo Adekunle
Gabriela Bautista
Hanna Danilishyna
Varvara Golova
Christoph Hein
Jahin Khushnood
Simisola Mofetoluwa
Pasuta Paopun
Sanaz Yazdanjoo
Mentors
Hannes Waldschütz, Eva Hornecker
Faculty:
Media
Degree programme:
Human-Computer Interaction (Master of Science (M.Sc.))
Type of project presentation
Exhibition
Semester
Summer semester 2023
- Schwanseestraße 143 - S143
(1.OG, Raum 205a)
Project description
In this project, the students explored the design and craft of inflatables for data physicalizations or tangible interfaces. Following a Research-through-Design approach, the students were challenged to create prototypes for tangible interaction and develop them within a small team.
3 Projects emerged and are presented:
• EmbraceMe
EmbraceMe is a research about an inflatable interface to provide users with interactive and personalized comforting hugs, aiming to alleviate stress, anxiety, depression, and loneliness. By responding to the user's emotional state, the device offers tailored and warm embraces, fostering emotional well-being and support.
• InflatoStories
InflatoStories is an immersive experience that combines storytelling with inflatables, bringing the narrative to life through visually captivating interactions. Participants of all ages can actively engage with the evolving story as each inflatable represents a unique story element or character, fostering creativity and ignite imagination.
• Air-Balanced Bites
Air-Balanced Bites is an interactive table that assesses the balance of users' meals and promotes awareness of healthy dietary habits. By using inflatable components and an interactive interface, the physical position of the tabletop is dynamically adjusted, so users can feel and understand the nutritional balance of their meals, empowering them to make informed choices for improved well-being.