Body Metrics
Wearable technology puts visitors’ emotional and physical experiences at the center of the museum.
Overview
For the first time, a museum exhibition has the same subject and audience—the visitors themselves. By giving visitors wearable devices as they participate in activities, we were able to provide insights into their physical and emotional reactions to exhibitions.
Services
User Research, Art Direction and Graphic Design, Software Prototyping and Planning, Creative Direction, Interactive and Installation Development
“The whole thing depends on a unique element—you. ”
The Details
Museums often offer a passive, one-size-fits-all experience. We set out to change that by creating a responsive environment that makes every visit unique.
Using cutting-edge technology, we tracked visitors' heart rate, muscle tension, motion, and sound to assess their physical, social, and emotional states in real time. By putting visitors at the center, the Body Metrics experience fosters self-awareness, turning personal reactions into learning moments that resonate throughout The Tech.
“I think it’s safe to say it’s the most technically ambitious exhibit ever attempted at a science museum.”
