Into the wind (bubble) 

Inspired by the surroundings observation in everyday life, “Into the Wind” started as an experiment to reproduce a natural process in natural space, based on technological technique and human perception. The main focus of this project is the wind, a simple natural force flowing between us. We cannot see it yet we can experience its existence, feel its movements and watch its breath life into grass and pollen. This installation invites the viewer to replicate the wind by triggering special mechanisms with their breath. Mainly, ‘Into the Wind’ consists of an interpretation of the blowing bubbles process. Shapes and forms of bubbles are varied depending on how viewer blows, as they observe the whole process and mechanism, thanks to the work transparent structures. Into the Wind is designed to mimic nature, turning breath into wind by computer programming. The wind then activates and moves parts of the mechanisms. The results are different every time, making each interaction unique. The project also encourages audience to experience and question the processes. Are they observers or are they part of the mechanism?
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Software

Into the Wind : Bubble 
First off, the user is perceived by an ultrasonic sensor on the interaction station which then trigger the water pump to pump up the bubble solution on to the double line robe. Then the motor start spinning to pull the rope apart creating a square surface of bubble. At this point, the user will be encouraged to blow into the blow switch by lighting up the “Blow” text in the station. After the user blow into the blow switch, the fan will start to flow and an enormous bubble will be formed. All of this is controlled by a single controller, an arduino.

Hardware

The cubical structure is reinforced by steel beams as its core then wrapped by clear plastic sheaths on each side. The floor of the cube is layered by wooden planks. Next to each cube, an interaction box is placed at the optimal height for user interaction. Each structure distinction is as follow.
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Exhibition
" Into the wind " Interactive Installation Art at Wonderfruit Festival 2015 Siam Country Club, Pattaya, Thailand​

​" Into the wind " at LAB/ART Interactive Installation Exhibition at Tadu Contemporary Art, Bangkok, Thailand

" Into the wind " at FILE Festival, Sao Paulo, Brazil

" Into the wind " at chiang mai design week 2019, Chiang mai, Thailand
​Special Thanks

​MakerStation