Nirvana Instalasyong Kinetiko ng Tunog by Zhenglong Yang

Nirvana Instalasyong Kinetiko ng Tunog by Zhenglong Yang is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award na Bronse in Disenyo ng Instalasyon Competition Category.

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Nirvana Instalasyong Kinetiko ng Tunog

by Zhenglong Yang

A' Design Award na Bronse Winner in Instalasyon Category

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The Design

About Nirvana Instalasyong Kinetiko ng Tunog

Pinagsasama ng Nirvana ang tradisyon at teknolohiya, na nagtatampok ng matriks ng mga mina-motor na Wooden Fish, tradisyonal na instrumentong ritwal ng Silangang Asya. Bawat instrumento ay may awtomatikong panghampas na naka-synchronize gamit ang physical computing, na lumilikha ng mga ritmikong pattern ng tunog. Nakakaakit sa paningin ang kaayusan nito, na nagsasama ng mga anyong yari sa kamay at mekanikong katumpakan, na nagpapakita ng inobasyon sa pamamagitan ng harmonya sa pagitan ng mga sinaunang ritwal at kontemporaryong kinetikong sining.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award na Bronse

Ang Nirvana Instalasyong Kinetiko ng Tunog ay nagwagi ng A' Design Award na Bronse, isang lubhang prestihiyosong pagkilalang iginagawad sa mga natatanging disenyong nakikilala sa pagkamalikhain, katalinuhan at talas ng isip. Ang mga nagwagi ng Bronse ay mga likhang lubhang mahusay at kapansin-pansing malikhain na nagpapatunay sa malawak na karanasan, imahinasyon at pagkamaparaan ng kanilang mga tagapagdisenyo. Inaasahang ang Nirvana Instalasyong Kinetiko ng Tunog ay isang lubos na pinahahalagahan, hinahangaan at minamahal na bagay na kapansin-pansing propesyonal at makabago. Ang disenyong ito na nagwagi ng A' Design Award na Bronse ay nagsasama ng pinakamahuhusay na kasanayan sa sining, agham, disenyo at teknolohiya, at mahusay dahil sa pansin nito sa detalye. Ang Nirvana Instalasyong Kinetiko ng Tunog ay kahanga-hangang tumutugon sa mga pangangailangan, humahaplos sa mga hangarin, bumibighani sa damdamin at umaakit sa pag-uusisa.

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