Ars Electronica Festival · 2004
Topobo
by Hayes Raffles, Amanda Parkes
🏆 Honorary Mention · Prix Ars Electronica 2004
In 2004, the Prix Ars Electronica jury recognised “Topobo” by Hayes Raffles and Amanda Parkes (Interactive Art) with a Honorary Mention.
What is it like to sculpt with motion? Topobo is a 3D constructive assembly system with embedded kinetic memory, the ability to record and play-back physical motion. By snapping together a combination of passive (static) and active (motorized) components, people can quickly assemble dynamic biomorphic forms like…
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