Modular Sensory Platform for Rapid Venue-Scale Immersive Deployment
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Solution Overview
Problem
There is a gap in the art between low-cost, humdrum event enhancements and expensive, highly impactful sensory experiences, requiring a custom design with long lead times and limited applicability to venues of varying sizes.
Innovation Solution
A modular sensory platform comprising standardized deck modules with lift actuators and sensory stimuli, controlled by a platform controller, to create immersive experiences adaptable to different venues and event activities.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If custom-designed sensory platforms with 6DOF motion platforms, VR sets, and special effects are used, then the guest experience is highly impactful and immersive, but the cost is prohibitively expensive, the lead time is long, and the design must be customized for each venue
Solution Approach 1:
The sensory platform is divided into modular deck units that can be independently configured and assembled. Each deck is a standardized module containing sensory stimuli and motion capabilities, allowing the system to be segmented into different configurations based on venue size and event requirements without requiring custom design for each component
Solution Approach 2:
The deck modules are designed as universal, multi-functional units that can be used across different venues and event types. The same standardized deck can serve haunted houses, museums, theme parks, and training facilities by simply changing the configuration and sensory stimuli, eliminating the need for venue-specific custom designs
2Reliability
If custom-designed sensory platforms are procured for each event, then the sensory experience is immersive and impactful, but the lead time is long and the cost is very high
Solution Approach 1:
The deck modules are pre-configured with standardized sensory stimuli and motion systems before delivery to the venue. All necessary components including haptic devices, lighting, audio, and motion mechanisms are pre-installed and tested on the modules, so that upon arrival they can be quickly assembled and deployed without requiring lengthy custom integration periods
Solution Approach 2:
By segmenting the system into pre-fabricated modular decks, the deployment process is divided into rapid on-site assembly operations rather than lengthy custom construction. The standardized interfaces and pre-configured components enable quick setup while maintaining reliable sensory experience delivery
3Productivity
If standardized modular decks are used, then the deployment is rapid and cost-effective, but the ability to create highly immersive and customized experiences is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The modular deck system is dynamically configurable, allowing the same standardized modules to be arranged in different configurations and combined with various sensory stimuli packages to create customized experiences. The system can adapt its configuration based on the specific event requirements while maintaining rapid deployment through standardization
Solution Approach 2:
While the overall system uses standardized modules for rapid deployment, each deck can be locally configured with specific sensory stimuli and motion characteristics appropriate to the desired experience. This allows customization at the local level while maintaining the benefits of standardized modular architecture
Data Source
AI summary
There is disclosed a modular sensory platform for generating an experience for a guest on the platform located on an event floor of a venue. At least one deck module may each include a frame with a bottom side for mounting to the event floor, a side edge bordering the frame, and a standing surface opposite the bottom for supporting the guest. Lift actuators may be positioned along the side edge or under the deck for changing a distance between the event floor and the standing surface according to a lift signal. One or more sensory stimuli each receivable of a stimulus signal may be mounted to the frame and include at least one of a vibration buzzer, a low-frequency transducer, smoke effects, a heater, a water spritzer, air and scent lines, an air blaster and scent emission, a haptic device, fiber optic lighting, LED lighting, and a fog unit.