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Nirvana Kinetikong Instalasyon sa Tunog by Zhenglong Yang

Nirvana Kinetikong Instalasyon sa Tunog by Zhenglong Yang is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award nga Bronse in Disenyo sa Instalasyon Competition Category.


BronseInstalasyon· 2025

Nirvana Kinetikong Instalasyon sa Tunog

by Zhenglong Yang

A' Design Award nga Bronse Winner in Instalasyon Category

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The Design

About Nirvana Kinetikong Instalasyon sa Tunog

Ang Nirvana naghiusa sa tradisyon ug teknolohiya, nga nagpakita og usa ka matris sa motorisadong Wooden Fish, tradisyonal nga ritwal nga instrumento sa Sidlakang Asya. Ang matag instrumento adunay awtomatikong pamatok nga gi-synchronize pinaagi sa pisikal nga kompyuting, nga nagmugna og ritmikong mga pattern sa tingog. Ang kahusay makapakuha sa panan-aw, nga naghalo sa mga porma nga hinimo sa kamot uban sa mekanikal nga katukma, nagpasiugda sa kabag-ohan pinaagi sa harmoniya tali sa mga ritwal sa miagi ug kontemporaryong kinetikong arte.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award nga Bronse

Nirvana Kinetikong Instalasyon sa Tunog usa ka mananaog sa A' Design Award nga Bronse, usa ka labihan ka prestihiyoso nga pag-ila nga gihatag sa talagsaon nga mga disenyo nga gipaila sa pagkamamugnaon, kaabtik, ug kamatngon. Ang mga mananaog sa Bronse mga hanas kaayo ug makapahibulong nga mamugnaon nga mga artipakto nga nagpamatuod sa dakong kasinatian, imahinasyon, ug kaabtik sa ilang mga tigdesinyo. Gilauman nga ang Nirvana Kinetikong Instalasyon sa Tunog mahimong gipabilhan, gihangaan, ug gihigugma nga butang nga talagsaon ang pagkapropesyonal ug bag-o. Kini nga disenyo nga nakadaog og A' Design Award nga Bronse naglakip sa labing maayong mga praktis sa arte, siyensya, disenyo, ug teknolohiya ug maayo kaayo tungod sa pagtagad niini sa mga detalye. Nirvana Kinetikong Instalasyon sa Tunog nagtagbaw sa mga panginahanglan sa matahom nga paagi, nag-igo sa mga tinguha, nagbihag sa mga pagbati, ug nagdani sa pagkamausisaon.

Behind the Design

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Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties
"Nirvana" is a kinetic sound installation merging Buddhist philosophy with technology, it reinterprets ancient spiritual practices, offering viewers a unique, technology-driven meditative experience that bridges the gap between traditional Buddhism and contemporary art. It features motorized Wooden Fish arranged in a matrix. These traditional instruments, crucial in East Asian Mahayana Buddhist rituals, are synchronized through physical computing.
Dimensions & Packaging
Each panel is 2' (W) by 8' (H).
Tags
Installation, Buddhism, Sound, Immersive, Physical Computing
Production Technology
Realization Technology: Physical Computing
Materials: Solid Wood, Plywood, DC Motor, Sensor, Customized PCB Boards
Design Challenge
The primary challenge was mastering physical computing to synchronize 96 motors for perfect operation. Another hurdle was developing a robust connection mechanism. This required multiple iterations of custom 3D-printed parts to securely grip the Wooden Fish and mallets. The design process involved several rounds of modifications before reaching the final version. Additionally, incorporating CNC technology to cut plywood presented its own set of challenges. These technical obstacles demanded innovative problem-solving, blending traditional craftsmanship with modern fabrication techniques to realize the ambitious vision of "Nirvana."
Inspiration
"Nirvana" is a word from the Buddhist concept of enlightenment and the role of rhythmic sound in spiritual practices. The Wooden Fish, traditionally used to maintain focus during meditation, symbolizes mindfulness and spiritual journey. This project demonstrates how technology can enhance and recontextualize spiritual practices. Merging Buddhist elements with contemporary art and technology invites viewers to contemplate their spiritual journey and the pursuit of inner peace.
Project Duration
The project started in January 2024 in New York, finished in May 2024 in New York, and was exhibited in the ITP Spring Show in May 2024.
Operation Flow
"Nirvana" is an autonomous installation that operates independently of audience presence. The Buddhist wooden fish instruments are continuously struck by motor-controlled mallets, generating an unceasing soundscape. This autonomous operation creates a powerful, immersive environment, drawing the audience into its rhythmic and spiritual essence.
Image Credits
Video Credits: Qinghui Kong

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