Christie brings university ‘kinetic wall’ to life
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Jointly delivered and installed in Shinjuku Atrium by Ushio Lighting Inc. and CIMA Co, with planning and direction accomplished by P.I.C.S. Co, the Christie D4K40-RGB delivers big, bright and bold images on the mapping area that includes a ‘kinetic wall’ measuring 16m in width and 8.5m in height. This ‘kinetic wall’ features 180 modular cubes, each measuring 40 cm, that can be programmed to move back and forth individually. Creative expressions ranging from a highly dynamic wall surface, large-scale and 3D projection mapping, as well as data visualisation can be achieved using a combination of video, audio and lighting effects.
A spokesperson from Kogakuin University commented, “There is a characteristic open ceiling space up to the 4th floor of the atrium and it is a place that reflects the ideas of Kogakuin University, which allows members of each faculty to express themselves experimentally, as well as generate new ideas and concepts. This ‘kinetic wall’ is an extension of this creative process, and through the combination of various technologies such as 3D projection mapping, new life and energy can be injected into our renewed campus.”
Explaining why the Christie D4K40-RGB is chosen for this facility, the spokesperson said, “It can produce an astounding depth of detail on each moving cube without any image mismatch, and delivers bright and lifelike images even in well-lit conditions. As well, the D4K40-RGB’s compact design and quiet operation capabilities makes it stand out from the competition. Therefore, we are of the view that Christie’s D4K40-RGB is most suitable for our Shinjuku Atrium.”
Akikazu Dempoya, executive director, Enterprise Japan, Christie, commented, “We are delighted that Kogakuin University has become the first educational institution in Japan to invest in our award-winning D4K40-RGB projector, which has taken large-scale projection to new heights. By introducing 3D projections to augment the moving cubes for this highly innovative ‘kinetic wall’, the various stakeholders involved in this project have demonstrated how high-quality projections can create a highly engaging visual experience.”
