Option

Screen-Based Interaction

Stable

1. Component Testing

      All Arduino sensing components were pre-tested to ensure stable performance. This was crucial for a reliable experience once the installation was complete.    

2. Selecting Wiring Zones

      Two areas were chosen for routing the Dupont wires. Holes were drilled into the circular fan frame to allow clean wire passage.    

3. Fixing the Sensing Modules

      The sensing modules were attached at the joint between the fan’s handle and frame using woodworking tape. This position allowed both discreetness and structural stability.    

4. Surface Integration with Modeling Clay

      Modeling clay was applied over the fixed modules to blend them into the form of the circular frame. The technical components were hidden from view, and the silhouette of the fan was preserved.    

5. Surface Shaping and Smoothing

      Once the clay was applied, the surface was carefully shaped and sanded. The goal was to restore the gentle arc of a traditional tuanshan, ensuring both function and form.    

6. Spray Painting

      The entire fan body was coated with spray paint to unify the color and texture, masking the transitions between the original material and the newly added elements.    

7. Final Setup

      The finished fan was suspended in front of a digital screen during the actual exhibition. Before installation, translucent materials were applied directly onto the screen to simulate the texture of a traditional round fan. This approach was ultimately abandoned due to its negative impact on visual clarity.