Mobiumata (a concatenation of Möbius strip and cellular automata)
Mobiumata is an interactive art installation featuring 1,500 LED cells in a Möbius strip, combining AI and design. Users can control LED behavior through physical switches, enhancing engagement and creativity.
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Mobiumata is an interactive art installation featuring 1,500 LED cells arranged in a Möbius strip, created by Chris Price for a Scott Logic conference booth. The project combines elements of artificial intelligence and interactive design, utilizing "smart" LEDs that simplify color control through a single data pin. The design allows for easy addressing of LEDs based on their distance from the controller, enhancing the overall efficiency of the system. The Möbius strip shape was chosen for its organic appearance and suitability for LED animations, which are visually enhanced on curved surfaces.
The interactive aspect of Mobiumata is inspired by cellular automata, specifically Elementary Cellular Automaton (ECA), allowing users to select rules that dictate the behavior of the LED display. The installation includes physical controls for user interaction, such as switches for rule selection and a button to adjust the display speed. The construction involved metalworking techniques to create the Möbius strip and repurposing items from IKEA for the base and control box.
On the software side, the project employs Rust programming, utilizing an async runtime to manage the LED display and WiFi connectivity for remote control. The final implementation allows for dynamic visual patterns and user engagement, showcasing the intersection of art, technology, and interactivity. The project highlights the creative potential of combining simple rules with complex visual outputs, inviting attendees to explore the emergent behavior of the system.
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