DEMYSTIFYING THE FUTURE OF THE SCREEN

NATASHA MODY

Project Description

Volumetric display (VD) is a graphical display device that produces three-dimensional objects in mid-air, unlike traditional devices like televisions, movie screens, and cell phones, that simulate depth in two dimensions. Demystifying The Future of the Screen explores the creation of a 3D representation of volumetric display (which is essentially a technology that doesn’t yet exist) using current technologies. It investigates the conceptual possibilities and technical challenges of prototyping a future, speculative, technology with currently available materials. Cultural precedents, technical antecedents, economic challenges, and industry adaptation, all contribute to Natasha’s project. It pedals back to the past to examine the probable widespread integration of this future technology. Natasha fabricated a prototype that simulates a volumetric display experience. The prototype creates an immersive 3D optical illusive experience using only 2D technology, with the use of a holographic display fan.