Nirvana Instalación Mba'epu Cinética by Zhenglong Yang is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award Brónse in Moĩ Jejapo Competition Category.
BrónseMoĩ· 2025
Nirvana Instalación Mba'epu Cinética
A' Design Award Brónse Winner in Moĩ Category
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The Design
About Nirvana Instalación Mba'epu Cinética
Nirvana ombojoja teko ymaguare ha tecnología, oguerekóva peteĩ matriz Kurupí Yvyra motor rehegua, mba'e juru ymaguare Asia Oriental-gua. Káda mba'e juru oguereko peteĩ onupãha automático oñembojojáva computación física rupive, omoheñóiva mba'epu ritmo rehegua. Pe ñemohenda ohechaukáva oikuaami'a, ombojoajúva forma ojejapova'ekue po rupive ha precisión mecánica ndive, ohechauka innovación moinge porã rupi ceremonia ymaguare ha arte cinético ko'ãgagua apytépe.
The Recognition
About the A' Design Award Brónse
Nirvana Instalación Mba'epu Cinética ohupyty A' Design Award Brónse, peteĩ ñehechakuaa heta prestigioso oñeme'ẽva diseño sobresaliente-pe ojekuaáva creatividad, ingenio ha astucia rupi. Umi ganador Brónse ha'e artefacto hábil ha creativo ohechaukáva experiencia, imaginación ha recurso umi diseñador-pe. Oñeha'ãrõ Nirvana Instalación Mba'epu Cinética ha'eha peteĩ objeto ojehayhúva, admirado ha estimado, profesional ha innovador. Ko diseño ohupytýva A' Design Award Brónse ombojoaju mejor práctica arte, ciencia, diseño ha tecnología rehegua ha iporãiterei detalle rehe. Nirvana Instalación Mba'epu Cinética ombohory necesidad, ohupyty ipotapy, ombovy'a sentimiento ha ohenói curiosidad.
Behind the Design
Press Kit
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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